Murrindindi Shire Council is pleased to announce it has successfully completed construction of a new landfill cell at the Alexandra landfill site, increasing capacity for waste disposal and extending the life of the landfill for another 30 years.
The new cell, or waste storage unit, allows Council to handle more waste locally, providing cost-effective waste management services within Murrindindi Shire, rather than transporting waste to other areas. This expansion was necessary due to population growth and new industry development.
This important project aligns with our Waste and Resource Recovery Strategy, and alongside the introduction of a four-bin kerbside collection service next year, and community's efforts in reducing landfill waste, means Council is well placed to achieve the goals of a circular economy. The new cell was constructed according to strict environmental and construction standards to prevent contamination and ensure the new landfill is safe and efficient.
A public tender process in July 2023 resulted in Goldsmith Civil & Environmental Pty Ltd being awarded the contract for construction, and Bajwa Enviro Consult Pty Ltd being awarded the contract for testing and audit services.
Council would like to thank the project partners for their dedication and hard work in delivering this critical infrastructure project.
Once Council has obtained Environment Protection Agency approval to use the new landfill cell, Council will begin the process of capping the old landfill area. Capping is a multi-stage project that includes a barrier layer to prevent water from entering the landfill, a gas collection system and a topsoil and vegetation layer to protect the cap, which will reduce soil erosion and improve the appearance.
