SPEEDIE NEWS
July 2025 Levy Increase Targets Landfill Reduction and Recycling
From 1 July 2025, Victoria will see a significant increase in the landfill levy, with metropolitan rates for municipal and industrial waste rising from $129.27 to $167.90 per tonne. This move is part of the state government’s broader effort to align with waste disposal costs in other jurisdictions, such as New South Wales and South Australia.
The levy increase is designed to incentivise better waste management practices, reduce reliance on landfill, and stimulate investment in recycling and resource recovery infrastructure. Regional and rural landfill sites will also see adjusted rates, maintaining the current structure that reflects the differences in transport and disposal costs across the state.
In support of these changes, the Victorian Government is investing in a range of environmental initiatives, including:
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$44 million for the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) to strengthen enforcement and crack down on illegal dumping;
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$15 million to support circular economy projects through Recycling Victoria;
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$7.5 million to continue grant programs that assist charitable recyclers in managing illegally dumped goods.
These measures contribute to the state’s goal of diverting 80% of waste from landfill by 2030, helping to build a more sustainable and circular economy.
For further details on the levy and how it may affect your operations, visit epa.vic.gov.au.
As part of our ongoing commitment to transparency, we’re actively keeping our customers informed in the lead-up to this annual adjustment. We encourage you to connect with your waste management consultant to explore recycling opportunities that could help reduce both environmental impact and associated costs.
Your July 2025 invoice will reflect the landfill levy increase and rising industry operating costs.
If you haven’t arranged a waste audit yet, there’s still time - it’s a valuable step toward improving efficiency and minimising expenses. Please contact our team at sales@speediewaste.com.au for your assessment.
