From 1 July 2025, waste levies in NSW have risen as part of state government efforts to encourage recycling and cut landfill use. These charges apply to every tonne sent to landfill – which means your July invoice may look noticeably higher than June’s.
While you can’t change the waste levy rises themselves, you can change the amount of waste you send to landfill. That’s where the real opportunity lies – to reduce your costs, improve recycling performance, and gain more value from your waste services. At Wanless, our goal is to help you waste less, recycle more, and keep your waste costs lean and transparent.
New South Wales – Metro Levy Area Up 4%
In NSW, the metropolitan levy has risen from $164.20 to $171.20 per tonne – an increase of just over 4%. While smaller than Victoria’s hike, the impact is still notable for high-volume businesses.
Avoiding contamination fees through better waste sorting and aligning bin collections with actual usage are simple but effective steps. Every tonne diverted from landfill means less levy paid.
Turning a Fixed Cost Into a Variable One
Waste, like insurance, is a necessary business cost – but unlike insurance, you have a direct influence over how much you pay. The less you send to landfill, the less levy you’re charged.
At Wanless, we make that process simple: right-sizing your bins and collections, helping your team sort waste more effectively, and giving you transparent, proactive advice so your waste is always managed ethically and sustainably.
If your July invoice came as a shock, let’s talk. A quick waste health check could reveal ways to save straight away – without cutting corners on compliance or sustainability.