Please note, all charges are GST inclusive unless indicated otherwise.
Bin Collection Fees
| Option | Compost (Weekly) | Recycle (Fortnightly) | Rubbish (Fortnightly) | Cost per year in Rates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 140 litre | 140 litre | 140 litre | $313.00 |
| Standard | 240 litre | 240 litre | 140 litre | $313.00 |
| Large | 240 litre | 240 litre | 240 litre | $408.00 |
The small and large options are available on application.
Extra Bin Fees
When extra bins are required (e.g. an extra recycle or rubbish bin for businesses, an extra compost bin for properties with large gardens), these are available on application and will be invoiced pro-rata in the first year. Following years will be charged on rates.
| Bin type | Compost | Recycle | Rubbish |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | $121.00 | $78.00 | $149.00 |
| Large | $143.00 | $89.00 | $214.00 |
Replacement Bins
| Bin Type | Compost | Recycle | Rubbish |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 |
| Large | $110.00 | $110.00 | $110.00 |
Non-compliant Bin Returns
Return of bins after removal for non-compliance will attract a $75.00 fee per delivery.
Transfer Station After Hours Opening Fees
| Days | $ |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 100.00 |
| Saturday, Sunday, Public Holidays | 150.00 |
Transfer Station Charges
Geraldine, Temuka, Timaru (for non-permit users)
All Vehicles Charged by Weight : t = Tonne
- The Council recovers on behalf of Central Government a Waste Levy of $11.50 per tonne. This is incorporated into the fees.
- 1 Fee is set by Waste Transformation Limited. Timaru District Council acts as collection agent.
- Free drop-off facilities for recyclable materials are provided at Council transfer stations.
| Type | Charge per Tonne | Minimum Charge |
|---|---|---|
| Rubbish | $220.00 / t | $10.00 |
| 1 Timber Only (Currently at Timaru, Geraldine and Temuka pending) | $200.00 / t | $10.00 |
| Sand, Soil, Clay | $10.00 / t | $10.00 |
| Organic | $76.00 / t | $10.00 |
| Recyclable - Commercial recycling delivered to the Materials Recovery facility | $51.00 / t | $10.00 |
| Public Weigh | $10.00 |
Pleasant Point (no weighbridge)
- The Council recovers, on behalf of Central Government, the Waste Levy of $11.50 per tonne. This is incorporated into the fees.
- Truck loads not accepted at Pleasant Point
- i All volume based charges for waste include a waste levy charge
- ii Mixed loads with timber must contain 25% timber waste by volume, not including sheet timber. Approval by Transfer Station operator required
| Type | Car /Small Hatchback | ALL OTHER VEHICLES Including Station Wagon or Double Cab Ute The charge is by measured volume (i.e. load m3 = (X x Y x Z)) |
|---|---|---|
| iRubbish | $10.00 | $33.00 / m3 Minimum fee $10.00 |
| iiTimber only | $10.00 | $25.00 / m3 Minimum fee $10.00 |
| Sand, Soil, Clay | $5.00 | $10.00 |
| Garden | $10.00 | $9.00 / m3 Minimum fee $10.00 |
| Recyclable | Free | Free |
Special Waste Streams
- The Council recovers on behalf of Central Government a Waste Levy of $11.50 per tonne. This is incorporated into the fees.
- Customers may apply to the Council for permits for the delivery of the following goods. Criteria apply.
Key: t = Tonne
| Permit Type | Description of Materials | Cost of Permit | Cost of Materials |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organics Permit | Delivery of organic materials to the Compost Facility | $50.00 | $66.00 / t Minimum fee $10.00 |
| Polystyrene Permit | Delivery of clean packaging polystyrene to the Materials Recovery Facility | $50.00 | $5.00 / woolsack $10.00 / m3 |
| Landfill Access Permit (LAP) Waste Category | Delivery of waste to Redruth Landfill | $50.00 | Waste: $184.00 / t Minimum fee $38.00 Sorted Timber: $165.00 / t Minimum fee $30.00 |
| Landfill Access Permit (LAP) Cleanfill Category | Delivery of cleanfill to Redruth Landfill | $50.00 | Concrete: $7.00 / t Minimum fee $10.00 Slurry: $9.00 / t Minimum fee $10.00 Other cleanfill: as notified |
| Waste Manifest: Required for Special or Hazardous Waste | Waste Manifest Application processing fee (per application) | $25.00 | $220.00 / t Minimum fee $10.00 |
| Waste requiring burial | Actual cost + service fee Minimum fee $120.00 |
Recycling Services
Escrap
| Description | 2019/2020 |
|---|---|
| Computer Screens | $10.00 |
| Televisions | $15.00 |
| Photocopiers - small & medium (0.1 - 0.5m3) | $25.00 |
| Photocopiers - large (> 0.5m3) | $45.00 |
All other miscellaneous electronic items accepted at no charge for households only.
Commercial deliveries (schools, organisations, businesses) please contact Council.
Mice, cellphones GPS units and digital cameras free for commercial deliveries.
Tyres
| Description | 2019/2020 |
|---|---|
| Car / 4x4 / Light Truck | $5.00 |
| Heavy Truck | $15.00 |
| Tractor | $70.00 |
| Per tonne | $650.00 |
Compost Sales
As set by Waste Management NZ Limited.
| Quantity | 2019/2020 |
|---|---|
| 20 L Bags – Premium | $5.00 |
| Standard per tonne - Minimum charge $20.00 | $100.00 |
| Premium per tonne - Minimum charge $24.00 | $120.00 |
- Bags available at all transfer stations
- Bulk compost available at Timaru, Geraldine and Temuka Transfer Stations
Last updated: 16 Dec 2019