About the levy

About Queensland's waste levy

General information about the Queensland waste levy costs and who it applies to.

Search the map to see if you are in Queensland’s waste levy zone.

Levy rates apply to certain types of waste disposed of in Queensland.

Some waste may be exempt from the levy, either by automatic exemption or by approval.

Information about levy exemptions for waste after a disaster, including floods and bushfires.

Learn more about the waste levy provisions under the amendment Act and amendment regulation.

Find out what funding and grants are available to assist with waste and resource recovery.