Discover how Tidy Up assisted the Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup to responsibly remove and dispose of e-waste.
Client Overview
When the Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup needed to safely dispose of more than 24m³ of e-waste at their regional transfer station, they turned to a trusted name in waste removal—Tidy Up.
After landfill bans on electronic waste came into effect in July 2024, many regional Local Government Associations (LGAs) found themselves storing growing piles of e-waste with no clear path to compliant recycling.
Tidy Up, a local family-owned rubbish removal company, stepped in with a smart, sustainable solution tailored to the Shire’s needs. Backed by a proven track record of supporting other LGAs with reliable waste management, Team Tidy brought the expertise needed to deliver a smooth and efficient removal service.
The Challenge
Since the e-waste landfill ban took effect, regional councils across Western Australia have struggled to move stored materials to accredited recycling facilities—especially when the nearest option is hundreds of kilometres away. Without the right labour, vehicles and equipment, e-waste piles up, taking up valuable space at transfer stations and posing environmental risks.
The Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup faced this exact issue: 24m³+ of mixed e-waste sitting idle at their facility with no clear logistics or labour plan to remove it safely.
Tidy Up's Solution
Tidy Up deployed a convoy of three 8m³ tipper trucks, a telehandler with purpose-built attachments and six trained staff to the site. Every piece of e-waste—from broken TVs and printers to old computers—was hand-loaded by their experienced crew to ensure safety, and to minimise damage.
The telehandler played a key role, handling heavy and awkward items with precision and care. Once loaded, the e-waste was transported directly back to Perth and delivered to one of Tidy Up’s vetted, local e-waste recycling partners—ensuring compliance and environmental responsibility at every step.
- Three 8m³ tipper trucks.
- A telehandler equipped with multiple attachments.
- Six skilled personnel trained in safe e-waste handling.
Results & Impact
- 24m³ of e-waste successfully removed in one day
- Zero landfill – 100% diverted to trusted recycling facilities
- Transfer station space reclaimed and ready for better use
- Positive environmental impact with reduced carbon emissions
By managing both the logistics and the labour, Tidy Up delivered an e-waste removal service that was both fast and efficient. For the Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup, Tidy Up met their waste removal obligations and ensured a healthy CO2 offset was achieved.
Takeaways for Regional LGAs
This case proves what’s possible when the right team and tools are in place. Tidy Up is proud to offer this turnkey e-waste solution to regional councils across WA. Whether it’s one-off collections or ongoing support, they are ready to help.
