The temporary waste management site established at Hidden Valley following Tropical Cyclone Fina will remain open longer to support ongoing clean-up efforts.
The site will stay open to the public until 6pm on Sunday 7 December 2025.
Residents from any local government area can drop off green waste only at the Hidden Valley Raceway carpark (171 Hidden Valley Road) between 7am and 6pm daily.
The public is reminded that domestic and household waste will not be accepted. Domestic waste is being collected by local councils per normal kerbside collection processes.
Access to the site is by vehicle only, and drivers are asked to follow all traffic management and signage in place to ensure safe and efficient access.
To support commercial operators undertaking large scale clean-up work, the temporary site will remain open for commercial green waste disposal until 6pm Friday 19 December 2025.
This extension aims to assist both residents and commercial operators as recovery operations continue.
Residents are reminded that Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility is open and accepts General Waste Only.
Archer Waste Management Facility (Palmerston) is open to the public.
Litchfield Council Waste Transfer Stations are open and operating as normal.
Normal rubbish bin collections by councils are operating as normal.
Residents are reminded that residential green waste left on verges will not be collected by local council.
