Temporary Closure of Boggabri Waste Facility

Published on 07 February 2024

Boggabri Waste Transfer Station is temporarily closed due to the discovery of suspected asbestos-containing materials, which were possibly dumped over the weekend.

In response, the Council’s Waste Manager, in collaboration with the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA), has erected signage and fencing and initiated an investigation to ascertain the extent and nature of the contamination.

A HAZMAT team completed their containment works yesterday evening, ensuring that the site was safe for the EPA to commence their investigation. The timeframe for resolving this situation is evolving and updates will be communicated as soon as possible.

Residents of Boggabri are advised that although the asbestos has been contained and does not pose an immediate risk, the site is closed to the public and to refrain from entering for safety reasons during the investigation.

Alternative waste disposal options have been provided, including a temporary general waste facility on Tip Road for Boggabri residents, and the Baan Baa facility on the Kamilaroi Highway for residential bulk waste disposal. Kerbside collections will continue as scheduled.

For any enquiries, particularly those related to the classification of small residential waste, residents are advised to contact our Customer Service Team on 02 6799 6866 or visit: https://www.narrabri.nsw.gov.au/Resident-Services/Rubbish-and-Recycling

Narrabri Shire Council would like to express its appreciation for the community's patience and cooperation during this period, emphasising the council's commitment to reopening the Boggabri Waste Facility while prioritising the health and safety of all community members.

Further updates will be communicated via the Narrabri Shire Website and social media pages as new information arises.

Asbestos can pose a risk when not disposed of appropriately. Information about safe disposal is available here: https://www.asbestos.nsw.gov.au/removal-and-disposal/how-to-safely-remove-asbestos/disposal-of-asbestos-waste