Home News New costs for household waste collection As a third bin is added in line with a state government mandate, Wellington Shire plans to change the frequency that red-lidded general waste bins are collected, from weekly to fortnightly. Photo: Wellington Shire Council News New costs for household waste collection Erika Allen 21/04/2026 FacebookXEmail The average household garbage and waste charge is set to rise by $59.60 from July 1, under Wellington Shire Council's […] Let's Stay Connected There’s no better way to stay connected with your local community than with a digital subscription to the Gippsland Times. Please subscribe or login to access all content. Username Password Remember Me Forgot Password Latest News Prepare for the Biggest PJ Day 11/06/2026 Children and young people across Gippsland are being invited to wear their pyjamas with purpose this September, as A Better Life For Foster Kids... Gardiner grants for dairy communities 11/06/2026 Remote water dip-tanks boost aerial firefighting 11/06/2026 Looking for Friends of Maffra Show 10/06/2026 End of the line for V/Line career 10/06/2026