Council services, events and regular programs have been impacted by measures to help slow and prevent the spread of COVID-19.
The Cessnock Local Government Area has been declared a disaster zone following the March 2021 flood. If you were adversely impacted by the event, you may be eligible for support.
The Cessnock Waste Management Centre (CWMC) is a waste landfill that is licensed by the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA). Our waste service aims to deliver sustainable waste management and achieve a 70% diversion of waste from landfill.
Find out about the Centre and important things to know before visiting us.
Information on the location and accepted items at the Community Recycling Centre and stations for problem waste.
The Cessnock Waste Management Centre operates in accordance with an Environment Protection Licence administered by the NSW Environment Protection Authority.
Find out how to safely dispose of your asbestos waste at the Cessnock Waste Management Centre.
Find out how to safely dispose of deceased animals and bulk meat at the Cessnock Waste Management Centre.