Mattress Disposal in Wollongong: Fees, Recycling and Your Options

Standing in your bedroom staring at that old mattress, you're faced with a problem: it's too big for the bin, too awkward to move yourself, and you're not even sure where it's supposed to go. Sound familiar? Mattress disposal stumps many Wollongong residents, but it shouldn't. From free Council pickups to professional collection services, this guide covers every option available for getting rid of your old mattress responsibly. And we'll help you work out which one makes the most sense for your situation.



Why You Shouldn't Send Mattresses to Landfill

Mattresses contain valuable materials that can be reused or recycled. Metal springs and coils, foam padding, fabric upholstery, and timber frames can all be recovered and repurposed. Wollongong has established recycling pathways that ensure mattresses are processed properly rather than taking up space in landfill. By choosing one of the local recycling options, you're keeping bulky waste out of landfill and supporting the circular economy.



Option 1: Free Council Household Cleanup

The Wollongong Council offers each household two free cleanup collections every year, and you can include up to two mattresses in each collection. Mattresses collected through this service are sent to local recycling facilities, so you can be confident your old mattress won't end up in landfill.

Best for: Residents with just one or two mattresses who aren't in a rush and can wait for a scheduled collection.

Limitation: This service requires advance booking through the Wollongong Waste website, and collection dates may be several weeks away depending on demand in your area.

To book your free household cleanup, visit the Wollongong Council website and look for the household cleanup booking system.

Option 2: Council Waste Depot Drop-Off

If you need your mattress gone immediately and can transport it yourself, you can take it directly to the Wollongong waste depot. The current fee is $48.50 per mattress (including GST), and your mattress will be sent to appropriate recycling facilities.

Best for: People who have access to a trailer or ute and want immediate disposal without waiting for a scheduled pickup.

The Wollongong waste depot is located at Whytes Gully Waste and Recycling Facility. Check the Council website for current opening hours before making the trip.

Option 3: Retailer Take-Back Programs

Some mattress retailers in Wollongong offer take-back services when you purchase a new mattress. This service may be free or fee-based depending on the retailer. Before agreeing to any retailer disposal service, we recommend confirming that your old mattress will be recycled rather than sent to landfill.

Best for: People buying new mattresses who want the convenience of having the retailer handle disposal during delivery.



Option 4: Professional Rubbish Removal Services

If you need your mattress collected but don't require a skip bin for other waste, professional rubbish removal services can handle mattress pickup and ensure proper recycling. At Bin Master Wollongong, we offer professional rubbish removal for situations where skip bin hire isn't necessary. This is particularly useful when you have just one or two mattresses and prefer the convenience of having them collected rather than waiting for Council pickup or transporting them yourself.

Best for: People who want faster service than Council cleanup but don't have the ability or desire to transport mattresses themselves, and who don't need a full skip bin.

Contact Bin Master for a quote on rubbish removal services for your mattress and other waste disposal needs. We service all of Wollongong and the Illawarra with prompt, professional collection.

Option 5: Skip Bin Disposal During Larger Projects

If you're already considering hiring a skip bin for renovations, moving house, estate clear-outs, or major decluttering, mattresses can be added to your skip bin for disposal. At Bin Master Skip Bins Wollongong, we accept mattresses in our bins for an additional fee of $110 per mattress. This fee covers the extra charges we incur at waste facilities for mattress processing.

While this isn't the cheapest option for disposing of a mattress on its own, it's the most convenient solution when you're managing multiple types of waste simultaneously. Rather than making separate arrangements for your mattress whilst coordinating skip bin delivery for other rubbish, everything can be handled in one go.

Best for: People already hiring a skip bin for other waste who want to streamline their disposal and avoid multiple trips or bookings.

We offer same-day delivery across Wollongong and the Illawarra, with skip bins ranging from 2 cubic metres to 25 cubic metres to suit projects of any size.

Choosing the Right Option for Your Situation

Here's a quick guide to help you decide:

Just 1-2 mattresses and can wait a few weeks? Book a free Council household cleanup. This is the most economical option and still ensures your mattress gets recycled.

Just mattresses and need them gone now? Either drop them at the Council depot yourself ($48.50 each) or contact Bin Master for rubbish removal if you can't transport them.

Disposing of mattresses alongside renovation waste, moving house rubbish, or estate clean-out items? A skip bin makes sense for overall convenience. You can include mattresses with your other waste rather than coordinating multiple disposal methods.

Buying a new mattress? Ask your retailer about their take-back program and confirm they recycle.

Get Help With Mattress Disposal in Wollongong

Whether you need rubbish removal for a few mattresses or a skip bin for a larger project that includes mattress disposal, Bin Master can help. We understand that mattress disposal is often just one part of a bigger clean-up, renovation, or move, and we're here to make the waste management side as simple as possible.

Our rubbish removal service offers convenient collection for mattresses and other bulky items when you don't need a full skip bin. For larger projects, our skip bins accommodate mattresses alongside your other waste, with sizes from 2 cubic metres to 25 cubic metres available.

We offer same-day delivery across Wollongong and the Illawarra, competitive pricing, and a straightforward booking process. Contact us today for a free quote and let us know what you need to dispose of. We'll recommend the best solution for your specific situation.