Nambour waste precinct project

The Nambour waste facility is being upgraded with construction and improvements to be completed in the next 3 years.

Guided by the Sunshine Coast Resource Recovery Strategy, we are working towards our goal to be a zero net emissions organisation by 2041. Aiming for a cleaner, greener future and a sustainable Sunshine Coast.

One of the ways we are doing this is to move towards a circular economy approach to waste management. This is where products and materials keep circulating in the economy for as long as possible.

Project scope

The Nambour waste precinct is being upgraded to sustainably manage our region’s future waste and move towards a circular economy.

More than $83 million of work is underway. Included are:

a new state-of-the-art Materials Recovery Facility, also know as a MRF (sounds like murf) - now complete
a new resource recovery centre and landfill improvements - currently underway.

A signalised traffic intersection has been installed at Cooney Road and Nambour–Bli Bli Road for the safety of all road users.

Construction work on the precinct has begun. Redirections may be in place and we thank you in advance for your patience. Please follow onsite signage and traffic control for your safety and the safety of our construction team.

Nambour tip temporary closure

The Nambour Resource Recovery Centre (commonly known as the Nambour tip) will be temporarily closed from Monday 28 July to Sunday 7 September 2025, reopening Monday 8 September 2025.

We ask customers to please use the Buderim or Caloundra waste facilities while Nambour is closed.

This closure will allow for construction of a new access road to connect new and future infrastructure within the site, including a temporary resource recovery centre until a new facility is built and the expanded landfill.

We appreciate your understanding and apologise for any inconvenience caused during this important upgrade.

Frequently asked questions - Nambour tip closure

When is the Nambour tip closure happening?
From Sunday 27 July to Sunday 7 September 2025. The Nambour tip will reopen Monday 8 September 2025.

When will the Nambour tip reopen?
The Nambour tip and resource recovery centre will reopen on Monday 8 September 2025.

Where can I take my waste while Nambour is closed?
Please use the Buderim or Caloundra waste facilities. Find out Buderim and Caloundra location and opening hours.

Why is the Nambour Tip and Resource Recovery Centre closed?
The Nambour tip and resource recovery centre is closed for construction of a new access road and infrastructure upgrades to improve long-term waste management.

What is the circular economy and how does this upgrade support it?
A circular economy focuses on reusing, recycling, and reducing waste. The upgrade helps keep materials in use longer and reduces landfill reliance.

Where can I dispose of waste while Nambour is closed?
You can visit the Buderim or Caloundra waste facilities during the closure period.

Will my household bins still be emptied during the closure?
There will be no disruption to your kerbside bin collection. All household bins will still be emptied during the closure of the Nambour tip.

Materials recovery facility (MRF)

At the MRF mixed recycling from yellow-lid bins are taken to be sorted and separated into recyclable fractions:

paper and cardboard
differing grades of plastic, glass, steel and aluminium.

These materials are then ready for manufacturers to make new products.

The new MRF is now open and operational. The project involved construction of a new building, fitted out with latest technology sorting equipment. The new MRF is a state-of-the-art-facility with better optical sorting capacity and more capabilities. This means more types of product can be recycled and the quality of the recycled material will improve.

Resource recovery centre

At the Resource recovery centre (RRC) visitors will be able to separate their recyclable household items and materials to reduce waste going to landfill.

Items to go to the RRC include material that can’t go in your yellow-lid kerbside recycling bin:

mobile phones
paint
batteries
white goods.

The RRC at Nambour will be upgraded and expanded for a more streamlined and better experience for our community.

A temporary resource recovery centre will be available during construction on on the new facilities. This will help to ensure minimal impact to customers.

Once construction of the new RRC begins, wait times may increase. Signage will be in place to advise of any impacts. As an alternative, please use Buderim or Caloundra resource recovery centres.

Cooney Road and Nambour–Bli Bli Road intersection upgrade

The intersection at Bli Bli and Cooney Road has been upgraded to improve traffic flow and safety. The work included upgrading and widening the existing intersection, and installing new traffic signals, designated right turn lanes, road islands, and drainage infrastructure.

Where to from here

Future plans for the Nambour precinct also include options for a:

second-hand market or tip shop to contribute to the reuse economy
landfill gas to energy plant. The plant would generate power and prevent greenhouse gas emissions being released into the atmosphere.