Why Choose Tiny Tins for Skip Bin Hire in Wollongong & Illawarra?
The Illawarra’s most-reviewed skip bin company. 5.0 stars. 200+ reviews. Family-owned since 1999.
There’s no shortage of skip bin companies around the Illawarra. You’ve probably already Googled a few, compared some websites, and maybe even called around for quotes. So how do you figure out which one’s actually going to show up when they say they will, not hit you with hidden fees, and leave your driveway in one piece?
We’d like to make that decision a bit easier. Rather than give you the usual marketing spin, here are 15 honest reasons why our customers keep choosing Tiny Tins and why you might want to as well.
1. We’re genuinely family-owned and you’ll deal with us directly.
Tiny Tins is run by Adrian and Karlie, right here in Unanderra. When you call us, you’re not going through a call centre or a franchise head office, you’re talking to the people who own and operate the business. We’ve been doing this since 1999, which means we’ve been delivering bins around the Illawarra for over 25 years.
That matters because when something needs sorting out, a change to your delivery time, a question about what can go in the bin, or a last-minute booking, you get someone who actually has the authority to help. No runaround.
2. Our Google reviews speak for themselves.
We don’t just have a good rating. We have a perfect 5.0-star rating from over 200 Google reviews. That’s not a handful of reviews from mates — that’s hundreds of real customers across Wollongong, Shellharbour, and Kiama who’ve taken the time to say something positive about their experience.
You don’t maintain a 5.0 rating at that volume unless you’re consistently getting the basics right: showing up on time, being upfront about pricing, and making the whole process painless.
3. We can get into tight spots other companies can’t.
This is a big one for anyone living in the older suburbs around Wollongong, Thirroul, or the coastal villages. Narrow driveways, low-hanging trees, steep access, and unit complexes are all common around the Illawarra and most skip bin trucks simply can’t fit.
Our smallest delivery truck is roughly the size of a four-wheel drive. It was purpose-built for exactly these situations. If you’ve been told by another company that they can’t deliver to your property, give us a call. There’s a good chance we can.
4. We offer same-day and next-day delivery.
When you’re mid-renovation, clearing out a deceased estate, or juggling tradies on a construction site, timing matters. We offer same-day and next-day delivery across our entire service area from Coledale to Gerringong, subject to availability.
We know some companies quote a two-to-three day wait as standard. Our depot in Unanderra means we’re centrally located to reach anywhere in the Illawarra quickly, so you can keep your project moving.
5. We’re available on Sundays and public holidays by arrangement.
Most skip bin companies in the Illawarra shut down on Sundays. We don’t, not completely, anyway. If your project needs a bin delivered or collected on a Sunday or public holiday, just let us know when you book and we’ll make it happen.
This is especially handy for people doing weekend renovations, construction sites with tight deadlines, or event clean-ups that can’t wait until Monday.
6. Eight bin sizes, so you’re not paying for space you don’t need.
We carry eight skip bin sizes from 2m³ to 12m³, plus skip bags for smaller jobs. That means whether you’re clearing out a single room or gutting an entire house, there’s a bin that fits your job and your budget.
Not sure what size you need? Call us and describe your job. We do this every day and we’re pretty good at matching the right bin to the right project. We’d rather help you get the right size upfront than have you pay for a bin that’s too big or need a second drop-off because it was too small.
7. We cover the entire Illawarra, Coledale to Gerringong.
Our service area spans three local council areas: Wollongong City Council, Shellharbour City Council, and Kiama Municipal Council. That’s over 70 suburbs from the northern beaches down to Gerringong, including Wollongong CBD, Dapto, Shellharbour, Kiama, Thirroul, Corrimal, Albion Park, and everywhere in between.
Because we’ve been servicing these suburbs for over two decades, we know the streets, the access challenges, and the local council requirements. That local knowledge means fewer surprises on delivery day.
8. We’re upfront about pricing — no hidden fees.
One of the most common complaints people have about skip bin companies is unexpected charges. “Overweight fees,” “prohibited items surcharges,” “environmental levies” — all tacked on after the bin’s been collected.
We tell you the price upfront, explain exactly what can and can’t go in the bin, and don’t spring anything on you. If there’s likely to be an issue, say you’re mixing heavy masonry with general waste, we’ll flag it before you book, not after we’ve weighed the bin at the tip.
We also accept phone payment, and on-site Eftpos so you’ve got flexible options for how you pay.
9. We handle five different waste types, properly.
Not all waste is the same, and different materials have different disposal requirements and costs. We accept general waste, green waste, mixed heavy waste, masonry (hardfill), and dirt/soil/sand/clay — each with clear guidelines on what’s included.
We’ll help you figure out which waste type applies to your job so you get the right bin at the right price. And if your clean-up involves a mix of materials, our mixed heavy waste bins are designed for exactly that.
10. We’ve won actual awards for what we do.
In 2025, Tiny Tins was recognised with three industry awards:
These aren’t participation ribbons. They’re recognition from independent bodies that we’re doing something right and doing it consistently.
11. We’re serious about recycling and keeping waste out of landfill.
We don’t just dump everything at the tip. Where possible, we sort and divert recyclable materials away from landfill. Metals, clean timber, concrete, and green waste are all separated and sent for recycling or reprocessing.
We also run recycling education sessions at local childcare centres, teaching the next generation about reducing waste. It’s something Adrian and Karlie are personally passionate about, and it’s part of how we try to give back to the Illawarra community.
12. We know what Wollongong Council requires, so you don’t have to.
Placing a skip bin on a public road or nature strip in Wollongong requires a council permit. Different councils have different rules and getting it wrong can mean fines or having your bin removed.
We deal with Wollongong, Shellharbour, and Kiama councils every week. We can advise you on whether you need a permit, how to apply, and how to position your bin so it complies with local regulations. For most residential jobs where the bin fits on your driveway or property, no permit is needed and we’ll let you know either way.
13. Skip bags for the smaller jobs.
Not every job needs a full skip bin. For smaller clean-ups — a garden tidy, clearing out a shed, or post-party rubbish — our 900 × 900 × 900mm skip bags are a flexible, affordable option. We deliver them, you fill them at your own pace, and we collect them when you’re ready.
It’s the kind of option most skip bin companies don’t offer, and it’s perfect for jobs where a 2m³ bin would be overkill.
14. Our bins have wheelbarrow access doors.
This sounds like a small detail, but anyone who’s tried to heave heavy rubble or soil over the side of a skip bin knows how much difference a door makes. Our bins feature rear-opening wheelbarrow access doors so you can wheel material straight in at ground level.
It’s safer, faster, and your back will thank you, especially on construction and renovation jobs where you’re dealing with bricks, concrete, or heavy green waste.
15. You’ll know which truck is ours.
Our fleet is hard to miss. The Tiny Tins trucks are wrapped in bold, colourful graffiti-style artwork that our customers (and their kids) love. It’s become a bit of a local icon around the Illawarra.
More importantly, it reflects who we are, a local business that doesn’t take itself too seriously, but takes the job seriously. We’re professional, reliable, and we get the work done. We just happen to do it in trucks that make people smile.
