Transfer Stations

Cassowary Coast Regional Council provides seven convenient Waste Transfer Stations to make it easier for you to recycle and dispose of waste properly.

Each Waste Transfer Station has its own opening hours. To find the hours for your nearest location, select a station below. On public holidays, stations follow Sunday hours, except for Good Friday and Christmas Day when they are closed.

Waste Transfer Station Locations, Opening Hours and Available Facilities

Stoters Hill (Innisfail)

Opening Hours:

Monday to Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Phone Number: 4061 7393

This facility includes a weighbridge, transfer station, active landfill, recycling and tip shop. Items may be donated to the Tip Shop at the discretion of the Station Attendant; otherwise, standard fees and charges apply. A gold coin donation is required for item collection.

It receives domestic, commercial and limited regulated waste.

Stoters Hill Waste Transfer Station Map(PDF, 127KB)

Recycling is available at this facility for the following products:

  • Green waste
  • Motor oil
  • Car batteries
  • Tyres
  • LPG bottles
  • Fire extinguishers
  • E-waste
  • Ferrous metal
  • Non-ferrous metal
  • Car and motorbike bodies
  • Fertiliser bags
  • Drum muster containers
  • Cardboard
  • Aluminium cans
  • Glass
  • Plastic
  • Tip shop products
  • Household batteries
  • Spring mattresses
  • Wet paint
  • Fluorescent light bulbs

Tully

Operating Hours:

Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (unchanged)

Phone Number: 4068 3910

This facility includes a weighbridge, transfer station, active landfill, recycling and tip shop.
It receives domestic, commercial and limited regulated waste.

Tully Waste Transfer Station Map(PDF, 132KB)

Recycling is available at this facility for the following products:

  • Green waste
  • Motor oil
  • Car batteries
  • Tyres
  • LPG bottles
  • Fire extinguishers
  • E-waste
  • Ferrous metal
  • Non-ferrous metal
  • Car and motorbike bodies
  • Fertiliser bags
  • Drum muster containers
  • Cardboard
  • Aluminium cans
  • Glass
  • Plastic
  • Tip shop products
  • Household batteries
  • Spring mattresses
  • Wet paint
  • Fluorescent light bulb

Mission Beach

Operating Hours:

Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Saturday and Sunday: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Phone Number: 1300 763 903

This facility receives domestic and minimal commercial waste. This Transfer Station does have a tip shop. Items may be donated to the Tip Shop at the discretion of the Station Attendant; otherwise, standard fees and charges apply. A gold coin donation is required for item collection.

Recycling is available at this facility for the following products:

  • Green waste
  • Motor oil
  • Car batteries
  • Tyres
  • LPG bottles
  • Fire extinguishers
  • E-waste
  • Ferrous metal
  • Non-ferrous metal
  • Cardboard
  • Aluminum cans
  • Glass
  • Plastic
  • Household batteries
  • Wet Paint
  • Fluorescent light bulbs

Bells Creek (El Arish)

Operating Hours:

Tuesday and Thursday Hours: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Saturday Hours: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Closed all other days

Phone Number: 1300 763 903

This facility receives domestic and minimal commercial and limited regulated waste.
Recycling is available at this facility for the following products:

  • Green waste
  • Motor oil
  • Car batteries
  • Tyres
  • LPG bottles
  • Fire extinguishers
  • E-waste
  • Ferrous metal
  • Non-ferrous metal
  • Fertiliser bags
  • Cardboard
  • Aluminium cans
  • Glass
  • Plastic
  • Household batteries
  • Spring mattresses

Cardwell

Operating Hours:

Monday, Wednesday and Friday Hours: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday Hours: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Closed all other days

Phone Number: 1300 763 903

This receives domestic and minimal commercial waste. Free mulch is available for collection on Monday 7:00am to 9:30am.
Recycling is available at this facility for the following products:

  • Green waste
  • Motor oil
  • Car batteries
  • Tyres
  • LPG bottles
  • Fire extinguishers
  • E-waste
  • Ferrous metal
  • Non-ferrous metal
  • Car and motorbike bodies
  • Cardboard
  • Aluminium cans
  • Glass
  • Plastic
  • Household batteries
  • Fluorescent light bulbs

Murray Upper

Operating Hours:

Saturday Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Closed all other days

Phone Number: 1300 763 903

This facility receives domestic and minimal commercial waste.
Recycling is available at this facility for the following products:

  • Motor oil
  • Car batteries
  • Tyres
  • LPG bottles
  • Fire extinguishers
  • E-waste
  • Ferrous metal
  • Non-ferrous metal
  • Cardboard
  • Aluminium cans
  • Glass
  • Plastic
  • Tip shop products

Hull Heads

Operating Hours:

Sunday Hours: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Closed all other days

Phone Number: 1300 763 903

This facility receives domestic and minimal commercial waste.
Recycling is available at this facility for the following products:

  • Green waste
  • Motor oil
  • Car batteries
  • Tyres
  • LPG bottles
  • Fire extinguishers
  • E-waste
  • Ferrous metal
  • Non-ferrous metal
  • Cardboard
  • Aluminum cans
  • Glass
  • Plastic

Site Conditions

We aim to provide a safe facility for use by all within the community and take everyone’s safety very seriously. That is why we have a set of site entry conditions at all Waste Transfer Stations in the Cassowary Coast region.

Site entry conditions are as follows:

  • Wear suitable enclosed footwear. Bare feet, thongs, crocs or sandals are not permitted
  • Compliance with signage and requests of site staff is mandatory at all times
  • Children must be supervised at all times
  • Smoking is prohibited on site
  • Animals must remain in vehicles at all times

Failure to comply with these conditions could result in refusal of entry.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to drop off waste at a Waste Transfer Station?

Many recyclables can be dropped off for free, but general waste, mixed waste and certain recyclable items may incur a fee under Council’s user-pays model. Fees help cover the cost of managing waste responsibly. Check the Fees and Charges(PDF, 94KB) page for details.

What types of waste can I bring to a Waste Transfer Station?

You can drop off household waste, green waste (like branches and grass clippings), recyclables (paper, cardboard, plastics, and metals), and some bulky items like furniture and mattresses. Some items may have disposal restrictions, so check ahead before visiting. Visit Recycle Mate website to find out what items you can recycle or download the Recycle Mateapp!

Can I drop off hazardous waste like oils or paint?

Yes, hazardous waste such as, oils and paint are accepted at Waste Transfer Stations. However not all Waste Transfer Stations can accept hazardous waste. See above to see what your closest Waste Transfer Station accepts. If you would like to dispose off chemicals, you can register a collectioned with ChemClear.

Is mulch always available for collection?

Mulch is produced from green waste dropped off at Waste Transfer Stations and is offered free to domestic customers at select locations and times throughout the year. Availability may vary, so check with your local station for updates.

Mulch

Do I need to separate my waste before bringing it to the station?

Yes, separating recyclables, green waste, and general waste before arrival makes the drop-off process quicker and ensures that materials are disposed of correctly. Separating your waste could also save money. Visit Recycle Mate website to find out what items you can recycle or download the Recycle Mateapp!

 

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