From October 12 to 25, green waste can be disposed of for free at Stawell, Halls Gap and St Arnaud transfer stations.

The trial is offered to Northern Grampians Shire residents only.

Only green waste from residential properties will be accepted free of charge.

Proof of residence will be required before entering and green waste fees will apply to businesses or residents acting on behalf of businesses.

Green waste consists of lawn clippings, small prunings from shrubs and trees, leaves, garden weeds.

No large tree branches, stumps, building timber or construction materials will be allowed.

Stawell Transfer Station is open from 1pm-5pm on Tuesday and Thursday, 10am-12pm on Friday and 10am-5pm on Saturday and Sunday.

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