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Have your say on proposed changes to Auckland’s waste rules
Have your say on proposed updates to Auckland Council’s Waste Bylaw. Public consultation is now open to Aucklanders.
10 surprising things you can recycle at Auckland’s community recycling centres
Here are 10 surprising things you can recycle or reuse at your local CRC instead of sending them to landfill.
Queensland fruit fly – Mt Roskill
On 7 January 2026, a single male Queensland fruit fly (Bactrocera tryoni) was found in a backyard surveillance trap in the suburb of Mt Roskill in Auckland.
8 ways to a waste-less Christmas and a festive glow up
This Christmas, give your home and your celebrations a glow-up that’s good for the planet and your bank balance.
Get on board – waste-wise tips for boaties
Auckland Council is appealing to boaties and leisure craft users to be waste-wise on the water this summer to conserve our oceans and coastlines.
Important update
Coloured sand recall: What Aucklanders need to know
MBIE is providing support after suppliers issued a national recall of several children's coloured play sand products as tests have found low levels of asbestos. Here’s what Aucklanders need to know about safe disposal.
End of Windows 10 support prompts call to recycle tech responsibly on International E-Waste Day
Ditch your old devices the right way this International E-Waste Day.
Consultation opens soon on proposed fortnightly rubbish collection trial in parts of Auckland
Aucklanders will have the chance to share their views on a proposed six-month trial of fortnightly kerbside rubbish collections.
New round of funding for zero waste projects opens next month
Auckland Council is encouraging Aucklanders to take action on waste with the return of the Wast.e Minimisation and Innovation Fund
Swap your trash for treasure: Reuse, repurpose and save this spring with Community Recycling Centres
Aucklanders clearing out unwanted items from their homes and gardens this spring are being encouraged to give them a second lease of life, while helping their community.
Renovation tips to save money and reduce waste
Here are our top tips for minimising waste during renovations.
Give old items a new life: book your inorganic collection
Bookings for the next 12 months of inorganic collections are now open.
Students rebuild derelict houses using construction and demolition waste
An industry training programme is equipping the next generation of builders and tradespeople with the skills to reuse and repurpose materials – and save them from landfill.
Check out storm materials for your DIY project
If you’re about to dive into some DIY, check out the materials from storm-damaged homes that are available at your community recycling centre.
Blaze sparks wake-up call: Auckland Council urges industry vigilance on battery disposal
Due to the Lithium fire fallout, Auckland Council says industry must play by the rules
Rodney moving to council rubbish collections
Rodney residents will have council rubbish collections funded by residential property rates from 1 September 2025.
