Skip bins in Kellys Plains

In short: Skip bin hire in Kellys Plains, south of Armidale. Sizes for acreage, sheds and homes, access tips, the Long Swamp Road tip and council rules.

Kellys Plains is a rural-residential area about 11 km from Armidale's centre by road. Here's what to know about getting a skip onto an acreage block.

Last updated: 24 October 2026

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Skip hire in Kellys Plains

Kellys Plains is mostly larger lifestyle blocks rather than suburban streets. Jobs are often shed clean-outs, old fencing and iron, storm-damaged trees and house clear-outs. A 6–9 m³ skip suits most acreage clean-ups. Clean green waste on its own is usually cheaper than mixed waste.

Access

Long driveways, gates, cattle grids and soft ground can all affect delivery. Choose a firm, level spot the truck can reach without crossing wet paddocks, and mention access in the form.

Nearest tip

The Armidale Waste Management Facility and transfer station is at 108 Long Swamp Road. Council lists it as open Monday to Friday 7:30am to 5pm and weekends and public holidays 12pm to 5pm (last entry 4:45pm). It's cashless and closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, New Year's Day and Anzac Day.

Council rules

On your own land, a skip generally doesn't need approval. See the permit guide for roadside placement.

Get a quote

Tell us your street or nearest cross-street, the size you think you need and what's going in. We pass it to one local skip bin operator who services Kellys Plains, and they come back to you with a price and delivery day. It's free and there's no obligation to book. Start your quote.

Where this information comes from

Council rules, hours and fees change. Check with the council or facility before you rely on them.

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