Waste Management Policy 2025

We are reviewing our Waste Management Policy.

As the Rural City of Wangaratta continues to expand both in urban and rural areas, waste and recycling volumes are increasing. Higher demand for waste services, growing pressure on street and household bins, and the need to reduce landfill reliance make it clear: our community and Council must work together to embrace a more sustainable, clear, and responsive Waste Management Policy.

The updated policy reflects changes introduced since the previous Waste Management Policy, most notably the Victorian Government’s rollout of standardised household waste and recycling services across the state. For Council, this has included the introduction of a kerbside glass collection service.

This policy review is an opportunity to ensure that our waste management approach reflects evolving community needs, changing environmental standards, and operational realities. To support a sustainable future, Council must continue responding to evolving state policies and regulations in waste management.

Reviewing the draft & providing feedback

Your feedback is crucial as Council undertakes a review of its current Waste Management Policy 2025.

The Draft Waste Management Policy 2025 is located in the sidebar under 'documents'.

To leave feedback complete the short survey below before 29 August 2025.

All submissions received during the consultation period will be carefully considered before Council prepares a revised draft Waste Management Policy. This draft will be presented at the Council meeting in late September for endorsement.

For more information on this project contact: Sean Ginnivan - Waste Management Coordinator by email on waste@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

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