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Find out about rubbish and recycling collections, the Southern Landfill, and dealing with hazardous and liquid waste.
Search for your street's collection days. Find assisted collections and central business district info.
Find out how to prepare your rubbish and recycling for collections, and find out what is and isn't recyclable.
We use wheelie bins, bags, and crates for collections, depending on the collection type and your location.
More than just a landfill, come and check out our second-hand goods, garden products and recycling centre.
Find out how to reduce waste in your home, your community and in your business
The Solid Waste Management and Minimisation Bylaw came into effect on 25 January 2021 and provides a new approach to managing Wellington’s waste.
Learn more about Wellington's sewerage, wastewater and trade waste.