Knox Council Checking In on How You Manage Household Waste
Recent local data shows that Knox residents continue to manage their household waste responsibly. Our community diverted 71% of waste away from landfill during the recent reporting periods. This strong result reflects ongoing recycling habits, composting efforts and low contamination levels across the municipality.
Moreover, residents helped turn more than 2,600 tonnes of food and garden waste into usable compost every month. These efforts improve soil health and reduce the environmental pressure placed on Knox transfer stations. They also demonstrate a genuine community commitment to reducing waste and protecting the local environment.
However, Knox Council now wants to understand how residents are managing their waste at home. This information will guide future service planning, affordability frameworks and long-term waste strategies.
Council Wants Your Feedback Through the Have Your Say Portal
Council is inviting all residents to share their experiences with the current waste services. This includes thoughts about collection schedules, bin sizes, service affordability, landfill reduction and ideas for new waste options.
The process of consultation runs from the 10th of November to the 7th of December, giving households plenty of time to contribute. Your views will help shape future decisions and influence how the Knox Council decides on how to manage waste in the future.
👉 Share your feedback here:
https://haveyoursay.knox.vic.gov.au/WasteService
Why Your Feedback Matters
Knox is performing well, yet community needs continue to evolve. Families are generating different volumes of waste. Some households require additional green waste support. Others want stronger food-waste programs or improved recycling education.
Because these needs vary, Council depends on accurate community feedback to develop balanced solutions. It also ensures waste services remain affordable while still meeting environmental goals.
How to Take Part
It only takes a few minutes to complete the survey.
Residents are encouraged to review their current waste habits.
Reflect on collection timings and service reliability.
Consider affordability and their household needs.
Suggest improvements or new waste solutions.
Submit feedback before the 7th of December.
A Community That Continues to Lead by Example
Knox has become a leader in responsible waste reduction. Residents are composting more than ever, recycling the right items and keeping contamination levels low. These habits have helped reduce landfill dependency and contribute to a cleaner and greener city.
Now, Council hopes to use your feedback to improve services further and to support future sustainability initiatives.
👉 Have your say today:
