Requirements for operators in the levy zone

Since 1 July 2019, the way waste is disposed of in Queensland has changed.

Operators of waste disposal sites located within the levy zone are required to pay a levy on waste disposed to landfill.

The Department of Environment, Science and Innovation (the department) is responsible for administering Queensland’s waste levy.

This is a summary of how to meet your obligations under the waste levy. Refer to the Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011 (the Act) and the Waste Reduction and Recycling Regulation 2011 (the Regulation) or a full list of obligations and requirements.

Important dates for the levy that may apply to your site and operations

30 June in each year

• Annual volumetric survey to be carried out.

31 July in each year

• Annual volumetric survey results to be submitted to the department.

30 June 2024

• Install a weighbridge for sites required to hold an Environmental Authority for the disposal of less than 5,000 tonnes of waste in a year.

Requirements for operators in the levy zone

In this guide:

1. Weighbridge requirements and measurement of waste
2. Volumetric surveys
3. Monthly summary data return
4. Monthly detailed data return
5. Record keeping
6. Resource recovery area (RRA)
7. Levy payment (to the state)
8. Levy exemptions and discounts

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