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A 12m³ general waste skip bin in Melbourne costs from $867 today, including delivery, collection and up to 7 days' hire. We find you the lowest price for your suburb.

About 4.2 × 1.7 × 1.8m 48 wheelie bins Up to 1.8t

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The 12m³ Skip Bin at a Glance

A 12m³ jumbo skip suits demolition clean-ups, major renovations and commercial jobs. It holds about four times as much as the popular 3m³.

Size, about
4.2 × 1.7 × 1.8m
Length × width × height
Holds about
48 wheelie bins
or 10 to 12 trailer loads
Weight allowance
Up to 1.8t
General or green waste
Truck access
5.5m overhead
3m wide driveway or street

What Fits in a 12m³ Skip Bin

  • Strip-out waste from a major renovation or extension
  • A commercial clean-out: old shelving, fittings and packaging
  • A whole house of furniture and belongings
  • Light demolition waste such as timber framing and plasterboard

When Another Size Is Better

  • A typical home job. Most households never need more than a 9m³.
  • Bricks or concrete. Heavy waste needs a small heavy waste bin.

Heavy Waste and Loading

General waste includes up to 1.8 tonnes in this size. Timber framing and plasterboard add up quickly, so choose Mixed Heavy if your load is heavier than household rubbish.

Keep these out of every bin: asbestos, paint, chemicals, gas bottles, batteries and e-waste. Mattresses and tyres can go in as paid extras, added in your quote.

12m³ Skip Bin Prices

Today's lowest prices for a 12m³ bin. Every price includes delivery, collection, up to 7 days' hire and our booking fee.

Melbourne
from $867
General waste
Sydney
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Brisbane
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12m³ Prices by Waste Type in Melbourne

Waste type Lowest 12m³ price
General Waste from $867
Green Waste Quote
Soil and Dirt from $1,020
Concrete and Bricks from $1,020
Mixed Heavy Quote

Prices vary between suburbs, so your quote may be a little higher. See every size on our skip bin prices page.

Not Sure It's the Right Size?

Compare the sizes either side. If you are between two, size up: a second bin costs more than a bigger one.

Bin size Holds about Melbourne from
10m³ skip bin 40 wheelie bins, 1.5t $714
12m³ this page 48 wheelie bins, 1.8t $867
15m³ skip bin 60 wheelie bins, 2.25t $1,224

Every size from 2m³ to 30m³ is in our bin sizes guide.

Delivery and Placement

Where it fits

At about 4.2m long and 1.7m wide it usually sits on a building site, in a large yard, or on the street with a council permit. Put it on a flat, firm surface, not soft grass or new pavers.

Permits

No permit on your own property. On the street, footpath or nature strip, your council needs to issue one first. Find your council's rules from our Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane pages.

12m³ Skip Bins: Common Questions

How much is a 12m³ skip bin?
A 12m³ general waste skip bin costs from $867 in Melbourne today, including delivery, collection and up to 7 days' hire. In Sydney and Brisbane the price depends on your suburb, so get an instant quote for your address.
How big is a 12m³ skip bin?
About 4.2 × 1.7 × 1.8m (length × width × height). It holds about 48 wheelie bins of waste, or 10 to 12 trailer loads. Exact sizes vary a little between suppliers.
How much weight can a 12m³ skip bin take?
A 12m³ general or green waste bin takes up to 1.8t. Soil, concrete, bricks and mixed heavy waste are booked as heavy waste bins, so choose the waste type that matches your load.
What fits in a 12m³ skip bin?
Strip-out waste from a major renovation or extension. A commercial clean-out: old shelving, fittings and packaging. A whole house of furniture and belongings.
What access does the truck need for a 12m³ skip bin?
A Hook-lift truck delivers this size. It needs about 5.5m of overhead clearance, a driveway or street at least 3m wide, and about 3m of space behind the bin to tilt it off.
Do I need a permit for a 12m³ skip bin?
Not if the bin sits on your own property, such as the driveway. If it goes on the street, footpath or nature strip, your council needs to issue a permit first. Your council's page on our site explains how.

About This Page

  • Prices checked 14 October 2026. Prices are read live from our suppliers' current price lists, so they are today's prices, not estimates. Your quote confirms the exact price for your suburb and dates.
  • Sizes are typical. Dimensions and capacities are for a standard Australian 12m³ bin and vary a little between suppliers.
  • Booking patterns come from our own bookings of 12m³ bins.
  • Who we are. HireSkipBins has helped Australians book skip bins online since 2016 and is rated 4.9/5 from 2,100+ 5-star reviews. About us · Contact · 1800 931 772
  • Reviewed by Amy at HireSkipBins on 1 October 2026.

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