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A 8m³ general waste skip bin in Melbourne costs from $572 today, including delivery, collection and up to 7 days' hire. We find you the lowest price for your suburb.

About 3.7 × 1.6 × 1.65m 32 wheelie bins Up to 1.2t

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The 8m³ Skip Bin at a Glance

An 8m³ skip is the biggest bin most homes ever need. It suits a full house clean-out, a renovation across most of the house, or a big load of bulky, light waste.

Size, about
3.7 × 1.6 × 1.65m
Length × width × height
Holds about
32 wheelie bins
or 7 to 8 trailer loads
Weight allowance
Up to 1.2t
General or green waste
Truck access
5m overhead
2.8m wide driveway or street

What Fits in a 8m³ Skip Bin

  • Clearing out a three bedroom house
  • A renovation across most of the house: kitchen, bathroom and flooring
  • Bulky, light waste: old furniture, cardboard, timber and garden waste
  • A big tree job: branches cut into lengths and hedge trimmings

When Another Size Is Better

  • Heavy waste. A full 8m³ of soil or concrete would be far too heavy to lift, so use a smaller heavy waste bin.
  • Ongoing building work. For a construction site, a 10m³ or 12m³ means fewer bin swaps.

Heavy Waste and Loading

The walls are about 1.65m high, so loading over the side is hard work. Use the door end if your bin has one, and lay flat items first so bulky ones stack on top.

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.

8m³ Skip Bin Prices

Today's lowest prices for a 8m³ bin. Every price includes delivery, collection, up to 7 days' hire and our booking fee.

Melbourne
from $572
General waste
Sydney
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Brisbane
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8m³ Prices by Waste Type in Melbourne

Waste type Lowest 8m³ price
General Waste from $572
Green Waste from $561
Soil and Dirt from $755
Concrete and Bricks from $663
Mixed Heavy Quote

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

What Our Bookings Tell Us About 8m³ Bins

Most common loads
General Waste, Mixed Heavy, Soil and Dirt
Busiest months
February, December, April

Mixed heavy loads, general waste mixed with bricks, tiles or concrete, are among the most common in 8m³ bins. If your job includes any demolition, choose Mixed Heavy rather than General Waste so the weight is covered. Book a few days ahead in February to get the dates you want. This comes from our own bookings of 8m³ bins over the last two years.

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
6m³ skip bin 24 wheelie bins, 900kg $429
8m³ this page 32 wheelie bins, 1.2t $572
9m³ skip bin 36 wheelie bins, 1.35t $643

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

Delivery and Placement

Where it fits

At about 3.7m long it needs most of a single driveway, plus good overhead clearance for the truck. Check for carports, gutters, trees and overhead wires. 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.

8m³ Skip Bins: Common Questions

How much is a 8m³ skip bin?
A 8m³ general waste skip bin costs from $572 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 8m³ skip bin?
About 3.7 × 1.6 × 1.65m (length × width × height). It holds about 32 wheelie bins of waste, or 7 to 8 trailer loads. Exact sizes vary a little between suppliers.
How much weight can a 8m³ skip bin take?
A 8m³ general or green waste bin takes up to 1.2t. 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 8m³ skip bin?
Clearing out a three bedroom house. A renovation across most of the house: kitchen, bathroom and flooring. Bulky, light waste: old furniture, cardboard, timber and garden waste.
What access does the truck need for a 8m³ skip bin?
A Marrel truck delivers this size. It needs about 5m of overhead clearance, a driveway or street at least 2.8m wide, and about 2.5m of space behind the bin to tilt it off.
Do I need a permit for a 8m³ 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 8m³ bin and vary a little between suppliers.
  • Booking patterns come from our own bookings of 8m³ 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 Moe at HireSkipBins on 1 October 2026.

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