Pallet Recycling
Pallet Recycling in Australia
What to do with old pallets — recycle, sell, repair or donate. Options for businesses and individuals across Australia.
Sell to pallet recyclers
Grade A pallets in good condition can earn $5–$20 each. Contact local recyclers or list on Pallet Hubs marketplace.
Free pallet collection
Many pallet recyclers will collect large volumes (50+ pallets) for free, especially in metro areas. They refurbish and resell, so they value quality.
Drop-off at recycling depots
Timber pallet recyclers operate in all major capital cities. Drop off is typically free or low cost for timber.
Repair & refurbish
Grade B/C pallets can be repaired if structurally sound. Repairers replace broken boards, set nails and refinish. Refurbished pallets sell for $10–$25.
Council green waste
Untreated timber pallets can go into council hard waste or green waste collections in most areas. Check with your local council first.
Creative reuse
Pallets are widely used for DIY furniture, garden beds, shelving and art. Online marketplaces like Marketplace and Gumtree often list free pallets.
By State — Recycling Options
Environmental Impact of Pallet Recycling
Australia's pallet industry is estimated to use 300,000+ tonnes of hardwood timber annually. Recycling and refurbishing extends pallet lifespan and significantly reduces this demand.
Refurbishing a Grade B pallet uses approximately 90% less timber and 85% less energy than manufacturing a new one. The economics and sustainability case for recycling are both strong.
Pallet timber that cannot be refurbished is typically chipped for mulch, biomass fuel or particleboard production — diverting it from landfill.
Have pallets to sell or dispose of?
List them on Pallet Hubs marketplace or find a recycler near you.