Local Government waste and recycling services

Partnering with councils to deliver sustainable and community-focused waste management
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About

Trusted by Local Government Associations (LGAs) across Australia for more than 50 years

Cleanaway partners with over 140 municipal councils and Local Governments Associations (LGAs) to deliver reliable, affordable and sustainable waste management services.

From metropolitan hubs to regional and remote communities, we understand the unique waste challenges councils face, and we have the expertise to solve them.

We don’t just collect waste. We help councils build cleaner, more efficient communities through solutions that meet current needs and future growth.

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Expertise

Smart technology for smarter service

Cleanaway invests in technology that improves service reliability, transparency and sustainability for local governments. Our digital systems and advanced infrastructure give councils real-time insight into their waste performance while helping communities achieve greater diversion from landfill.

Smart fleet management
GPS-enabled vehicles with onboard cameras provide live tracking, route optimisation and service verification.
Digital reporting and analytics
Transparent dashboards showing collection data, contamination trends and diversion performance.
Bin tagging and RFID technology
Enables tracking of bin usage and contamination to target education and reduce repeat issues.
Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs)
Advanced sorting technologies, including optical scanners and AI robotics, improve recycling efficiency and material purity.
Organics and Resource Recovery Facilities
Turning food and green waste into high-quality compost, and converting waste into renewable energy.
Cleanaview portal
(Optional) Secure digital access for reporting, collection data and performance insights for council partners.
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Our services

Our nationwide services to councils backed by decades of experience and infrastructure

Kerbside collection and processing for general waste, recycling, glass, and organics

Hard, bulk and hazardous waste collection services and drop-off event support

Rollout and management of new waste streams, including FOGO (Food Organics, Garden Organics)

Planned routes for improved efficiency

Community engagement and waste education programs to reduce contamination

Resident-facing portals for service requests and education

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For you

Partnering for sustainable outcomes

We work with councils across the country to deliver cost-efficient, responsible and safe waste management services. Our efforts contribute to creating and supporting more sustainable communities, and helping Australia build a more circular economy.

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Our promise

Why choose Cleanaway

  • Expertise in servicing municipal and local governments contracts nationwide - metropolitan hubs to regional and remote communities

  • Scalable waste solutions to meet your LGA’s needs

  • A partner in building circular economies and sustainable communities

  • Transparent reporting and a commitment continuous service improvement