I noticed a need to simplify how disposal fees are calculated for different locations in Australia. To help with this, I built a tool that automates the process, saving you the hassle of manual data collection.
You can try the calculator below. I’d love to hear your thoughts or feedback—feel free to send me a message.
[author]Yarrawonga Tip Fees Calculator
Estimate your drop-off cost using the published fee list for Yarrawonga.
Last verified: 6 Jan 2026.
Add items to your load
Volume helper (for m³ items)
Use this if you’re unsure about cubic metres.
Your total
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Important rules (Yarrawonga)
- Domestic waste only. Household waste in excess of 2m³ and any construction, demolition and commercial sized loads are to be taken to Cobram Landfill.
- All sites accept EFTPOS only.
- Green mulch is available for free. Collected at own risk.
- Acceptance of waste is determined by the site operator.
- Illegal dumping can be reported to Moira Shire Council.
Not accepted (EPA-related restrictions)
- Liquid waste (except motor oil)
- Dead animals
- Industrial food waste
- Hot ashes
- Hazardous/toxic substances
- Night soil or sewage
- Grease trap waste
- Medical or clinical waste
- Asbestos
- Fly ash
If you’re heading to the Yarrawonga Resource Recovery Centre, this calculator helps you estimate your cost before you leave home. Add what you’re dropping off (general waste, green waste, concrete, mattresses, tyres, and more) and you’ll see a total straight away.
This page uses the official Moira Shire Council fee schedule, plus key rules like the 2m³ household limit and what items aren’t accepted.
How this Yarrawonga tip fees calculator works
The calculator is built for real-life loads, not just one item.
- Pick a waste type (for example: General waste, Green waste, Concrete, Mattress, Tyres).
- Choose the correct rate when needed (like Resident vs Non-resident).
- Enter the amount:
- m³ for volume-based items (general waste, green waste, concrete)
- items/tyres for per-item fees
- Click Add to total and repeat for the rest of your load.
If you add electronic waste, the calculator shows a range total (because council lists e-waste as $2.50–$12 per item).
Important rule: domestic waste only (and the 2m³ limit)
Moira Shire’s resource recovery centres are for domestic/household waste only. If your household waste is in excess of 2m³, or if you have construction/demolition materials or commercial sized loads, council directs you to Cobram Landfill instead.
That’s why the calculator shows a warning when your total m³ goes above 2.
Quick guide to estimating m³ (cubic metres)
Many tip fees are charged per m³, so here’s a simple way to estimate:
- m³ = length × width × height
- If it’s not full, multiply by your fill percentage:
- 50% full = × 0.5
- 80% full = × 0.8
Example:
A trailer that’s 1.83m × 1.22m × 0.5m at 80% full:
- Volume = 1.83 × 1.22 × 0.5 × 0.8 ≈ 0.89 m³
Use the calculator’s Volume helper to do this without manual math.
What’s free (easy ways to reduce your cost)
Moira Shire lists several items as free, which can reduce your landfill cost if you separate your load properly. For Yarrawonga, this includes things like:
- Mixed recycling for residents (plastics/cans/paper/cardboard)
- Glass
- Organics (household food & gardening)
- Scrap steel
- Car batteries
- DrumMUSTER chemical containers (triple-rinsed)
- Motor oil under 20L
(Availability and acceptance can still depend on the operator and contamination.)
A simple tip: split landfill and recycling before you arrive. It’s usually the fastest way to save money.
Items not accepted (EPA-related restrictions)
Council states it will not accept items such as:
- Liquid waste (except motor oil)
- Dead animals
- Industrial food waste
- Hot ashes
- Hazardous/toxic substances
- Night soil or sewage
- Grease trap waste
- Medical or clinical waste
- Asbestos
- Fly ash
If you’re unsure, don’t guess—check before you unload.
Opening hours, closures, and payment
Yarrawonga Resource Recovery Centre opening hours: Everyday 8am–3pm.
Council also lists closures on:
- Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day, ANZAC Day, Good Friday
- and on Catastrophic and Total Fire Ban days
Payment: council states all sites accept EFTPOS only.
Mulch note
Council notes green mulch may be available for free, collected at your own risk.
FAQ
How much is a trailer load at Yarrawonga tip?
It depends on what’s in it and how many cubic metres you have. Add your items in the calculator (especially m³-based items) to estimate your total.
What if I’m over 2m³?
Council says household waste over 2m³ and construction/demolition or commercial sized loads should go to Cobram Landfill.
Is recycling free?
For Yarrawonga, council lists resident mixed recycling as free, and a commercial mixed recycling fee of $12.00.
Why does e-waste show a price range?
Because council lists e-waste as $2.50–$12 per item, without a single fixed price for every item type.
Final note
This calculator is designed to be fast and practical, but council states the site operator determines acceptance of waste materials.
If you spot a fee change please contact me on yourtipcalculator@gmail.com