Waste and Recycling

Summerhill Waste Management Centre

Summerhill Waste Management Centre is a solid waste landfill and resource recovery facility open to domestic and commercial customers.

Collection Services

Waste collection is one of our community's most valued services, so we work hard to get it right for you.

Service Issues

If your bin was missed on collection day, or is damaged, please let us know.

Service Requests

Find out how to arrange for new kerbside bins or upgrade your existing service.

Bulk Waste Service

Our on-demand bulk waste service helps you dispose of items too big for your kerbside bins, such as mattresses, old furniture and broken appliances.

Problem Wastes

Some wastes, such as chemicals, e-waste and sharps, don't belong in your kerbside bins. Free services are available to recycle or safely dispose of them.

Waste and Recycling A-Z

Unsure what to do with a particular waste item? Check our handy A-Z guide for advice.

Waste Education

Learn more about waste reduction and recycling in the home, school or community.

Litter and Illegal Dumping

Litter is an eyesore that pollutes our environment and can harm wildlife. Find out what you can do to help.

News and Events

Find out about the latest waste initiatives and events.

City of Newcastle acknowledges that we operate on the grounds of the traditional country of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples.
We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing relationship with the land, and that they are the proud survivors of more than two hundred years of dispossession.
CN reiterates its commitment to address disadvantages and attain justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this community.