About Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility

Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility

Location
Shoal Bay Access Road (off Vanderlin Drive) Karama 

 08 8930 0471

Opening Hours

Monday - Sunday*: 7.00 am - 5.45 pm**

*Except Christmas Day.

**No vehicles accepted after 5:45 pm daily. This is to make sure everyone can smoothly get in and out before our gates strictly lock at 6pm.

Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility Stage 2 expansion

• From July 2025 until approximately December 2025, the northern expansion of the Stage 2 waste cell at Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility will take place.
• While construction activity will increase the number of heavy vehicles travelling on Shoal Bay Access Road during the works period, residential access to the facility will not be impacted. Residents may, however, notice greater activity in other areas of the site. 
• As always, road users are encouraged to take extra care while driving in and around the facility and to observe posted speed limits. 

Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility (SBWMF) is the home of waste management and recycling for Greater Darwin. SBWMF is the only licenced landfill in the Greater Darwin Area and includes best practice lined landfill cells, a waste transfer station, a recycling facility and resale shop, a garden organics waste processing facility and a renewable energy facility. Shoal Bay receives over 180,000 tonnes of waste per annum and operates in a unique tropical environment under an environmental protection licence.

Since 2016 significant upgrades have been implemented to ensure environmental compliance and the long term capacity of SBWMF, which has a forecast operating life to 2047.

Our aim is to reduce the volume of material entering the landfill at SBWMF by encouraging the separation of materials that can be reused or recycled to support a circular economy. 

Find out more about our renewable energy facility.

Safety at Shoal Bay

At City of Darwin, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and efficiency at our facilities. Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility plays a vital role in our city's waste management infrastructure, and we depend on the cooperation of our visitors to ensure its smooth operation.

When using the Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility, we kindly request that you:

1. Adhere to Safety Guidelines: Please observe all posted signs and follow the instructions of staff on-site. These rules are in place to ensure your safety and the safety of others.
2. Drive Responsibly: Safe and careful driving is essential within the facility, which is under the authority of the Traffic Regulations 1999. Please adhere to all posted speed limits and be aware of other vehicles, pedestrians, and staff. Only licensed drivers can operate vehicles in this area.
3. Protect your Passengers: Please don’t allow passengers to ride in the trailer or ute tray; seatbelts should always be worn while in a moving vehicle.
4. Sort Your Waste: The correct sorting of waste helps us operate more efficiently and sustainably. Please sort your waste according to the clearly marked categories at the facility.
5. Respect Others: Please be patient and treat staff and other patrons with respect. Any form of abusive or threatening behaviour is not tolerated.
6. Protect Our Environment: Please ensure all waste is disposed of properly in the designated areas. Littering within the facility or the surrounding areas is strictly prohibited.

Reviva Reuse Shop (previously known as the Trash and Treasure Shop)  

The Reviva Reuse Shop is the first stop for Darwin residents before disposing of unwanted items at the Transfer Station. The Reuse Shop focuses on giving unwanted items a second chance to keep them out of landfill and reduce waste.

The Reuse Shop is operated by Resource Recovery Australia (RRA), a not-for-profit social enterprise and registered charity. Its #WASTE2WAGES mission creates jobs for people facing barriers to work, reduces landfill, and fosters community engagement.

Drop by the Reviva Reuse Shop before heading to the Transfer Station. The friendly team will help you decide if your items can be repurposed or resold. And while you’re there, you might just discover a pre-loved treasure waiting for a new home!

Location
Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility, Shoal Bay Access Road (off Vanderlin Drive), Karama     

Contact 
(08) 7918 2523 

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Items Accepted

The following items will be accepted at the Reviva Reuse Shop, pending an inspection to assess their quality:

Furniture

• Chairs, sofas, and couches
• Tables (dining, coffee, side)
• Dressers, bookshelves and cabinets
• Bed frames and headboards
• Office furniture (desks and filing cabinets)
• Storage bins or baskets

Household Goods

• Kitchenware (pots, pans, plates, bowls and utensils)
• Glassware, mugs, and cups
• Working kitchen appliances (toasters, blenders, coffee makers, microwaves) Test & Tag will be conducted on all electrical items
• Bedding (blankets, comforters and pillows) - Must be stain-free
• Towels and linens - Must be stain-free
• Decorative items (vases, lamps and art pieces)

Clothing and Accessories

• Clean, unripped clothing (all seasons, for all ages)
• Shoes and boots
• Handbags, purses and wallets
• Scarves, belts and hats
• Jewellery (worn or vintage)
• Hats and gloves

Electronics

• Working electronics (TVs, radios, speakers, clocks, computers, printers, mouse and keyboards)
• Cell phones and tablets
• Working power tools and hardware - Test & Tag will be conducted on all electrical items

Books and Media

• Books (novels, cookbooks and children’s books)
• CDs, DVDs and vinyl records
• Board games and puzzles
• Art supplies and craft materials

Home Improvement Items

• Paint, wallpaper and paint supplies
• Light fixtures
• Flooring materials (tiles and rugs)
• Plumbing and electrical supplies
• Pavers, bricks and blocks
• Gardening equipment

Sporting Goods and Outdoor Items

• Bikes, scooters, and skateboards including electrics
• Camping gear (tents, sleeping bags and backpacks)
• Exercise equipment (weights, yoga mats and treadmills)
• Outdoor furniture
• Sports equipment (balls, gloves and rackets)
• Barbecues
• Garden tools and supplies

Miscellaneous

• Children toys and games 
• Musical instruments
• Event and seasonal decorations (Christmas, Easter, Valentine, Weddings)
• Pet accessories
• Suitcases

Recyclable Items

• Mobile phones
• Household batteries
• Car batteries 
• Home print ink cartridges
• E-waste
• Whitegoods (fridges, freezers, aircons, washing machines, dryers and microwaves)  

Credit: Resource Recovery Australia
 

Shoal Bay Mulch 

Shoal Bay Mulch receives and recycles green waste materials and offers mulch products for purchase.

The Mulch Centre

Location
Via the Shoal Bay Access Road, through the entrance and weighbridge 

Contact
0449 677 604 (Office)

0493 423 020 (Site Operator)

Accepted Green Waste Items

Shoal Bay Mulch accepts the following green waste:

• grass clippings
• general garden clippings
• palm fronds
• tree branches
• tree trunks

Contaminated Loads

Please ensure your greenwaste load is not contaminated with:

• wire or nails
• plastic string, ties or other non-organic material
• organic waste from food production or processing.

Contact Shoal Bay Mulch for further information.