The Benaraby Landfill site, activated in 1989 to cater for waste disposal in our region, has been master-planned to facilitate 12 cells.    

Cell 1 and Cell 2 are filled and closed, Cell 3a constructed in 2021, is filling fast and approaching the end of its expected five-year life-span.    

Capacity forecasts in mid-December 2024 indicated Cell 3a is 45 per cent full. Considering our region’s waste disposal data, Cell 3a is predicted to reach capacity by June 2027. 

Cell 3a was designed to be filled to the height of the adjoining Cell 1. A piggyback liner system now needs to be installed between the two cells to prevent potential contamination of ground water and soil and to ensure leachate from waste is captured in the Cell 3a leachate management system.   

What to expect  

If visiting, or passing by Benaraby Landfill, you may notice increased work activity occurring.    

Please be mindful of works occurring, of increased traffic through entry gates and on roads within the facility and follow any signs or directions.