of the waste we collect is kept out of landfill: reused, rehomed or recycled.
Landfill is the last resort, not the first stop.
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Sorted by material
Every collector gets the nearest drop-off for each material (cardboard, polystyrene, mattresses, green waste, e-waste and metal), so it goes to recycling, not the tip.
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Reuse first
Furniture and household items that still have life in them are rehomed or donated before anything is recycled.
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Documented
Every job comes with a record of where your waste went: reused, recycled or landfill.
$1,500
Illegal dumping guarantee. If waste is illegally disposed of by a collector via this platform, we will cover any costs and fines you incur, up to $1,500 AUD.
Post job for free. Choose best quote. Pay after pickup.
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Post a job for free
Snap a photo to create a listing. Add what's there, your suburb, a date and a time window: 5am – 8am, 8am – 12pm, 1pm – 3pm or 3pm – 5pm. Collectors send quotes in seconds. Your suburb is shown so that collectors can locate you. No address is shared until you accept a quote.
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Choose best quote
Compare prices and reviews of different collectors. Tap any collector to see their star rating and the jobs they've completed. Choose the one that suits you best.
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Pay after removal
Message each other securely. Pay digitally after your junk removal, not before.
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Responsible recycling
Where possible, waste is recycled, reused or redistributed. Your collector gets the nearest drop-off for each material.
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Register
Sign up with your ABN, waste carrier licence, vehicle and registration, area and contact details. We verify your identity, waste carrier licence and insurance before you can quote.
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Browse jobs and quote
See every open job near you on the jobs page. Filter by distance, price, size, time window and material, then send your price.
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Win the job
When a customer books you, you get a job pack: the address, time window, what's there, and the nearest drop-off for each material: cardboard, polystyrene, mattresses, green waste, e-waste, metal and general waste.
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Do the job, build your rating
Collect in the booked window and dispose at licensed facilities. Every completed job and star rating shows on your profile, so good work wins more work.
7 key factors impacting rubbish removal prices
The main factors that affect how much you pay for rubbish removal:
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Size of load
Larger loads increase the price.
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Weight
Heavier loads increase the price.
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Fridges and mattresses
These cost more to dispose of.
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Sofas and upholstered items
Upholstered items can contain POPs (persistent organic pollutants), which need special disposal and increase the price.
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Reusable, resaleable or valuable items
Items that can be reused, redistributed or rehomed will reduce the price.
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Time slot and pickup day
Narrow, out-of-hours and urgent time slots are available.
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Access and loading time
Awkward access and more complex loading can be accommodated (e.g. apartment complexes, stairs).
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Add photos and details when you post. The more collectors know, the more accurate your quotes.
What we can't take*
Every customer confirms their job has none of these before posting:
Asbestos
Explosives and ammunition
Poisons and chemicals
Gas bottles and fuel
Paint and solvents
Medical and clinical waste
*This can vary between states and territories.
Questions
How much does it cost to post a job?
Nothing. You only pay the price you accept from a collector.
What if I only get one or two quotes?
You can book any quote you've received, or wait for more. We aim for 3 but it depends on how many collectors cover your area that day.
How are collectors checked?
We verify every collector's identity, driver's licence, vehicle registration and insurance details before they can quote. Collectors are rated by customers and by Rubbish.com.au based on their recycling performance.
Do I have to share my phone number?
No. You can message collectors on the platform without disclosing personal details.
Who can see my address?
Your suburb is shown so collectors can locate you for quoting. No address is shared until you accept a quote and engage the collector.
What if my waste gets dumped illegally?
If waste is illegally disposed of by a collector via this platform, we will cover any costs and fines you incur, up to $1,500 AUD.
Where does my rubbish go?
Collectors get the nearest drop-off for each type of material with every job, so recyclable items can go to the right place instead of straight to landfill.
