The Council runs a weekly kerbside rubbish and recycling collection and a fortnightly green waste collection service in the District.
The standard bins are 60 litre for residual waste and 240 litre for greenwaste, with a 60 litre crate for recyclables.
- The 60 litre bin for residual waste can be upgraded to a 120 litre bin for a one-time charge in the year that you make the change, and in subsequent years, this additional charge is incorporated into the rates for the property.
- Lost, stolen and damaged bins, and recycling crates, can be replaced for a small charge.
- Please refer to the “Residual Refuse Bin Charges” section of the
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Kawerau Council Fees and Charges
document for the current charges.
Recycling System
Commercial properties only receive the recycling crate and greenwaste bin if requested.
Residents are responsible for their crates and will need to pay for replacements if they are lost or stolen.
Transfer Station
The District’s Transfer Station is situated at 294 River Road and is every day from 12 noon to 4pm, excluding Christmas day.
Contact the Transfer Station kiosk for any inquiries, phone (07) 323 9035.
Fees for non recycled items – 2023
Bags |
$5.50 ($16.00 max) |
Cars |
$16.00 |
|
All other vehicles (including trailers) |
$16.00 + $260.00/ tonne |
Fees for recycled items – 2023
Bags |
$3.20 ($10.00 max) |
Cars |
$10.00 |
|
All other vehicles (including trailers) |
$5.50/m 3 ($5.50 min) |
Greenwaste
The large 240 litre greenwaste bin is collected fortnightly on the same day as your residual waste and recycling, but only on every alternate week.
To ensure your greenwaste is collected, do not load with soil/concrete/bricks or put any food waste or general rubbish contaminants in your bin.
Please ensure your Greenwaste bin is less than 80kgs in weight to be collected.
Frequently Asked Questions
I need another recycling crate. How do I get one?
Each additional or replacement crate has a one-off charge of $10. These can be purchased from the Kawerau Council Office on Islington Street.
Do I need to separate my recyclables?
Only to the extent that greenwaste goes into the 240 litre greenwaste bin and is collected every fortnight, while all other recyclables go into the recycling crate and are collected every week.
What is the note I found in my recycling crate?
A note left in your recycling crate means the item(s) are not currently recyclable. Non-recyclable items include ceramics, cloth and other items including disposable nappies. It may also mean that the recycling has been placed out for collection in a way that makes it unsafe or contains dangerous materials for the contractor (for example, broken glass).
What is the sticker I found on my greenwaste bin?
A sticker left on your greenwaste bin indicates that there has been a contamination found or that the bin is overweight and cannot be lifted by the truck. You will need to either remove the contamination/reduce the load and put the bin out again (or contact Council for an extra collection) or take the contents of the bin to the Transfer Station for disposal yourself – standard charges will apply. If the bin has been removed owing to contamination, you must contact the Kawerau District Council Office on 07 306 9009.
What do I do with my paper and cardboard boxes?
Paper and flattened cardboard boxes should be placed in your recycling crate with heavier items such as glass jars on top to reduce the risk of it blowing away.
What plastics can I recycle?
Only plastics graded 1 and 2 are recyclable and can be placed in your recycling crate. Look for a triangle (usually on the bottom) with a number in it. If you see a triangle with a number from 1 or 2 in it, pop it in the crate. Please clean any products from your plastics before placing them in the crate. All other plastics need to be put into your rubbish bin.
Can I recycle plastic bags?
Yes, these can go in the recycling crate. Unfortunately, it is not always possible to recycle them, but we will continue to collect them and investigate a permanent solution.
Can I recycle or dispose of my unwanted electronic waste? (computer screens, old computer components, etc)
Yes, but not through the kerbside recycling service. To dispose of electronic waste in Kawerau, please take them to the Transfer Station. A small fee will apply for the disposal of these items.