240L Cardboard Recycling Bin
240L

240L Cardboard Recycling Bin

Standard wheelie bin for office paper and small cardboard boxes. Weekly or fortnightly collection.

Flexible terms: Month-to-month agreement with 30 days notice to cancel. Multi-bin discounts applied automatically at checkout.

Fast delivery: Standard delivery within 5-7 business days. Express delivery available for urgent requirements.

Price doesn't include GST. If you get multiple services we'll knock some money off - you'll see that in your cart.

About the 240L Cardboard Recycling Bin

Our 240-litre cardboard and paper recycling bin is the ideal solution for offices, retail stores, and small businesses generating regular volumes of cardboard packaging and office paper. Featuring the distinctive yellow lid for easy recyclables identification, this standard wheelie bin keeps your cardboard and paper waste separate from general refuse, helping you reduce landfill levies and meet EPA sustainability requirements.

Recycling cardboard delivers significant cost savings compared to general waste disposal. In NSW, landfill levies are $147 per tonne, while cardboard recycling typically costs 60-70% less. Australian paper mills and Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) process recycled cardboard into new packaging materials, newsprint, and paper products, creating a circular economy that reduces environmental impact and supports local manufacturing.

The 240L capacity is perfect for businesses generating 5-15kg of cardboard and paper weekly. To maximize bin capacity, flatten all cardboard boxes before disposal and keep materials clean and dry. Contaminated or wet cardboard cannot be recycled and will result in rejected loads. Our fortnightly collection schedule suits most offices and retailers, with weekly service available for higher-volume generators.

Technical Specifications

dimensions1065mm (H) x 580mm (W) x 730mm (D)
weight15kg (empty)
materialUV-stabilized HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)
colorYellow lid (recyclables identifier)
wheel TypeHeavy-duty 200mm diameter wheels
capacity240 litres / 0.24 cubic metres
load CapacityUp to 120kg when full

Ideal For These Businesses

Office buildings and professional services
Retail stores and shopping strip businesses
Warehouses with packaging materials
E-commerce fulfillment centers
Distribution facilities and logistics companies
Schools and educational institutions

Waste Guidelines

What Goes In

  • Clean corrugated cardboard boxes (flattened)
  • Office paper and printer paper
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Paper packaging and bags
  • Cardboard packaging and cartons
  • Telephone books and catalogs
  • Envelopes (windows acceptable)
  • Shredded paper (contained in paper bag)

Not Accepted

  • Wet or food-contaminated cardboard
  • Waxed or plastic-coated cardboard
  • Pizza boxes with grease stains
  • Carbon paper or thermal paper
  • Plastic packaging or bubble wrap
  • Styrofoam or polystyrene
  • Laminated paper or foil-lined packaging
  • Tissues or paper towels

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I recycle cardboard separately from general waste?
Recycling cardboard saves significant money on landfill levies ($147/tonne in NSW) while supporting Australian paper mills and reducing environmental impact. Cardboard recycling costs 60-70% less than general waste disposal, and keeps valuable materials in the circular economy. Many councils and EPA authorities now require businesses to separate recyclables, with penalties for non-compliance.
Do I need to remove tape and labels from cardboard boxes?
No, small amounts of tape, labels, and staples are acceptable. Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) have screening processes that remove these contaminants during recycling. However, do remove large plastic strapping, metal bands, or excessive packaging materials. The key is to flatten boxes to maximize bin capacity and keep cardboard dry and uncontaminated by food or liquids.
Can I recycle shredded paper in this bin?
Yes, shredded paper is accepted but must be contained in a paper bag or cardboard box to prevent it blowing around during collection and processing. Loose shredded paper creates problems at MRFs and can contaminate other recyclables. If you generate large volumes of shredded paper, consider a dedicated confidential paper destruction service with secure chain of custody.
What happens to recycled cardboard in Australia?
Cardboard collected in your yellow-lid bin goes to Australian Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) where it's sorted, baled, and sent to paper mills. Australian mills like Visy and Amcor process recycled cardboard into new packaging, boxboard, and paper products. Some high-quality office paper is also exported to Asian mills. Recycling one tonne of cardboard saves 17 trees, 26,500 litres of water, and reduces CO2 emissions by 1.1 tonnes.