Burdekin Shire Council Secures Funding Boost for Resource Recovery In

Published on 16 July 2026

Burdekin Shire Council is pleased to announce the successful funding support of up to $343,520 (excl. GST) from the Queensland Government’s Resource Recovery Boost Fund (Stream 1 – Small Projects) to deliver critical upgrades to local waste and recycling infrastructure.

The funding will include the construction of a dedicated resource recovery shed, improved storage bays for recyclable materials, and the acquisition of equipment to support processing and handling which will enhance the Shire’s capacity to manage and recover recyclable materials more efficiently.

Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort said the funding would help strengthen Council’s waste management capabilities and deliver long-term benefits for the community.

“This investment allows Council to improve how we manage and sort recyclable materials, supporting more sustainable practices across the Burdekin,” Mayor Dalle Cort said.

“It’s about building infrastructure that helps reduce waste, improve recovery rates and ensure we are operating as efficiently as possible for our community.”

In addition, Burdekin Shire Council is a regional partner in a successful Stream 2 – Major Projects application led by Townsville City Council, alongside Hinchinbrook Shire Council, Mackay Regional Council and Re-Group Pty Ltd.

This project will deliver significant upgrades to the Townsville Material Recovery Facility, enabling the bulking, transport, storage, de-baling and processing of increased waste volumes from across North Queensland. Works include the installation of optical sorters, glass management equipment, balers and expanded external storage areas.

$4,540,212 has been allocated to upgrade the Townsville recycling facility, increasing processing capacity, improving material quality, and enabling the facility to manage additional recyclable waste from regional partner councils.

Mayor Dalle Cort said the regional collaboration would deliver broader benefits beyond the Burdekin.

“Partnering on this major project ensures our region is better equipped to manage recycling into the future,” Mayor Dalle Cort said.

“It highlights the importance of working together across local governments to deliver smarter, more efficient waste solutions for our communities.”

These projects are proudly supported by the Queensland Government’s Resource Recovery Boost Fund.