Waste Management
Kerbside Collection Service
The District Council of Orroroo Carrieton kerbside waste and recycling collection system consist of two bins:
140 litre bin for rubbish for landfill (Red lid) - collected weekly on Mondays
240 litre bin for recycling (Green lid) - collected fortnightly on Thursdays
Waste Management
Council provides many waste disposal services in our small community.
Wheelie bins are provided to all township properties for a weekly collection of household garbage and recycling for an annual fee.
Additional bins can be requested for an annual charge.
(These bins are the property of the Council and must remain on the property they are allocated to)
Orroroo Transfer Station
Commencing on 1st July 2026, Council has transitioned to open the Orroroo Transfer Station on Sunday's only for a three month trail period.
The Depot can be made available after hours for a charge of $68.00 (in accordance with Council's Fees & Charges Policy) by contacting the Council office on 08 8658 1260.
All persons using the dump facility are required to sort their 'waste' and deposit it into the designated areas. At the Orroroo Transfer Station the depot operator will assist you in identifying the correct areas. The depot operator has the right to refuse any waste not sorted. Waste will only be received from the Council district, and the depot operator may ask for proof of residence.
Asbestos are not permitted to be deposited.
The Cardboard facility at Fifth Street adjacent to the Council Depot is now closed. Residents are now required to take their cardboard to the Transfer Station.
Waste Reduction Tips
KESAB Waste Reduction Information
Further Information
Please contact the District Council of Orroroo Carrieton on 08 8658 1260 or email council@orroroo.sa.gov.au