From the early 1990s, it became apparent that the existing landfill at Long Swamp Road in Armidale would reach capacity early in the 21st century. The decision was made to build a new landfill on a site 12km east of Armidale. This would be a landfill only and not open to the public. This would allow the existing waste services infrastructure to be available for sorting, recycling and organics processing within easy access for the community. Environmental issues with the previous landfill in Guyra require extensive rehabilitation. Both Armidale & Guyra’s waste is now being taken to the Regional Landfill on Waterfall Way, after the sorting process at Long Swamp Road.