This map shows the areas eligible for the free kerbside debris collection, including the Waterline areas of Coronet Bay, Corinella, Tenby Point and Grantville, and inland areas such as Krowera, Glen Alvie and Woodleigh.
Residents in the most severely storm impacted area of Bass Coast can benefit from an additional kerbside debris collection.
The eligible areas are highlighted on a map released by Bass Coast Shire Council.
The Council, in partnership with Emergency Recovery Victoria, has announced a free kerbside collection service for storm waste following the February storm event.
This is the last opportunity to have free waste collection and aims to assist residents in clearing storm debris safely and efficiently.
The collection period will run from April 22 to 29, providing residents with a convenient opportunity to dispose of storm-related waste.
Emergency Recovery Victoria contractors will be collecting storm debris directly from the kerbside, eliminating the need for residents to transport the waste themselves.
To participate in the free kerbside collection, residents in the eligible areas are encouraged to place storm waste neatly on the kerbside. Unlike other collection initiatives, there is no need to call and register for this service.
In addition to the kerbside collection, Bass Coast Shire Council is offering free storm waste disposal at the tips until April 30 for residents who prefer to transport their waste personally.
Bass Coast Mayor Cr Le Serve encourages residents to reach out to neighbours if they require help in getting their storm waste to the kerbside.
"This joint initiative not only helps in cleaning up our communities but also fosters a spirit of solidarity and support among neighbours which we have seen over the past couple of months." Cr Le Serve emphasised.
Residents are reminded to ensure that only storm-related waste is placed for collection and to follow any guidelines provided by Council for safe and efficient disposal.
The guidelines are available on the council's website: www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/about-council/news-listing/media-release-free-kerbside-collection-of-storm-waste-in-bass-coast-shire
For any enquiries or further information, please contact the Council's Emergency Management Team.
