From 1 July 2025, waste levies in Victoria 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.
Victoria – Metro and Regional Rates Up 31%
Victoria has seen the sharpest increase, with the metropolitan rate rising from $129.27 to $169.79 per tonne – a jump of more than 31%. The intent is clear: encourage businesses to embrace recycling and resource recovery over landfill. For organisations sending large volumes to landfill, this change can significantly impact monthly waste bills.
If you’re feeling the pinch, reviewing bin sizes and pickup schedules, and ensuring recyclables and organics are separated from general waste, can quickly bring those costs down. Our tailored waste audits are designed to uncover those savings.
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.