Free green waste drop off will be offered at four local tips to help locals prepare for the upcoming fire season.
Transfer stations at Lardner, Neerim South, Erica and Trafalgar will offer the free service to Baw Baw Shire residents later this month and early December.
"Council's annual free green waste disposal service is back and right on time to help you with your spring-cleaning activities," mayor Michael Leaney said. "Now is the best time to act for the upcoming summer season."
Whilst it's wet now, Cr Leaney said the potential of fires over summer was always present and one of the best protections was having a property clear of leaf litter, long grass and with a reduced fuel load.
"If you've been putting it off, now's the perfect opportunity to get rid of any excess tree branches and debris you may have gathering on your property," he said. "Take advantage of this free service to dispose of your green waste and have a good clean up."
Each household is eligible to dispose up to three cubic metres of acceptable green waste, with proof of residency required.
Ratepayers will need to provide a copy of their rates notice and tenants will need to provide a utility bill as well as their driver's licence.
Drop off dates and times for the free green waste drop off service are:
Lardner Transfer Station: 10am to 4pm on Sunday, November 27; Friday, December 2; Saturday, December 3 and Sunday, December 4.
Neerim South Transfer Station: 10am to 4pm on Sunday, November 27 and Friday, December 2.
Erica Transfer Station: noon to 4pm on Sunday, November 27 and Monday, November 28.
Trafalgar Transfer Station: 10am to 4pm on Sunday, November 27; Monday, November 28; and Saturday, December 3.
Acceptable green waste that can be dropped off includes tree debris, branches, foliage and general green waste.
The maximum size limit for a large branch, log or stump is 30cm round and one metre long. No large tree stumps will be accepted.
The transfer stations will have additional staff to accommodate for the additional drop offs during these dates.
Residents looking to dispose of residual waste or recyclables are encouraged to plan their visit on alternative dates to avoid delays.
For further information, visit bawbawshire.vic.gov.au/Resident-Information/Environment-Recycling-and-Waste/Free-Green-Waste-Disposal-Days-2022