Short answer? 👉 nah… not really
You might look at it and think: 👉 “she’ll fit in the red bin if I break it up”
And yeah… technically… if you absolutely destroy the thing… you might get parts of it in there.
But that’s where it starts getting stupid.
You’d Have to Completely Pull It to Bits
We’re not talking about just taking the lid off. You’d be:
- stripping the frame
- pulling burners out
- separating panels
- snapping bits to make them fit
And even then… it still might not go in properly. Depends how big the bloody thing is.
What if you have more than just a bbq have a look here might give you some ideas and other things we pickup.
And Now You’ve Made a Bigger Mess
Instead of one BBQ… you’ve now got:
- greasy metal everywhere
- ash falling out
- rust flakes all over the place
All over your driveway. All over your hands. All over everything.
The Yellow Bin? Forget It
This one’s easy. 👉 no chance
They reject yellow bins for the wrong plastic in a Coke bottle.
So what do you reckon happens when they see a BBQ hanging out the top? 👉 instant reject
Red Bin Reality
Even if you jam it in the red bin… there’s still a good chance it won’t get taken.
Because:
- it’s too heavy
- lid won’t close
- bits sticking out
- not what the bin’s for
And when that happens? 👉 they just leave it there
What Happens When Your Bin Gets Rejected
You come home thinking it’s gone… and the bin’s still full.
Now you’ve got:
- a full bin
- BBQ bits jammed inside
- no space for anything else
And you’re waiting another week. Sometimes longer if it keeps getting rejected.
Council vs Reality
On paper, bins are simple. In real life? Not so much.
They’re strict on:
- weight
- contamination
- lid closing
- what’s actually allowed
So trying to sneak a BBQ in there? 👉 yeah… good luck with that
What Actually Works
At some point people realise: 👉 this isn’t worth it
Breaking it up is a mess. The bin won’t take it. The yellow bin’s useless.
So they just get it gone. No cutting. No mess. No stuffing around.
Still Thinking About Free Options?
If you’re trying to get rid of it without paying… fair enough — most people go down that road first.
Get It Sorted
You can keep messing around with bins… or just get rid of it properly.
Scroll up, choose your option, and get it sorted.
FAQs
Can I put a BBQ in the red bin?
Not really. Even if you break it up, it’s often too heavy or bulky and may not be collected.
Can a BBQ go in the yellow recycling bin?
No. BBQs will contaminate the recycling bin and it will likely be rejected.
What happens if my bin gets rejected?
It won’t be emptied, and you’ll be left with a full bin until the next collection.
Can I break a BBQ up to make it fit?
You can try, but it creates a mess and still doesn’t guarantee it will be collected.
Why are BBQs not accepted in bins?
They’re too large, heavy, and made from mixed materials that aren’t suitable for bin collection.
What’s the easiest way to get rid of a BBQ?
Most people choose to have it picked up from their property.
Can I pay later for BBQ removal?
Yes — Afterpay is available at checkout if you have an account.
