Please note, all charges are GST inclusive unless indicated otherwise.
Extra Bin Fees
The small and large options are available upon application.
Extra Bins - It is likely that there will be situations where people will require extra bins (limits will apply - contact Council if required - up to two sets per property). For example, an extra recycle or rubbish bin for businesses, or an extra compost bin for properties with a large garden. This option is available on application and will be invoiced pro-rata in the first year, after which costs will be charged on rates.
| Description | Compost 2025/26 (GST incl.) | Recycle 2025/26 (GST incl.) | Rubbish 2025/26 (GST incl.) | Glass 2025/26 (GST incl.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard 140L | $315.00 | $210.00 | $577.50 | $210.00 |
| Large 240L | $380.00 | $260.00 | $787.50 | $260.00 |
Replacement Bin Fees
| Description | 2025/26 (GST incl.) |
|---|---|
| Standard 140L | $210.00 |
| Large 240L | $260.00 |
Bin Sets Including Delivery
| Description | 2025/26 (GST incl.) |
|---|---|
| Standard 140L | $750.00 |
| Large 240L | $950.00 |
Bin Reinstatement Fee
| Description | 2025/26 (GST incl.) |
|---|---|
| Return of bins after removal for non-compliance. | $150.00 |
Geraldine, Pleasant Point, Temuka & Timaru Transfer Station Charges (for non-permitted users)
A Waste Levy of $74.75 per tonne is recovered by Council on behalf of Central Government. This is incorporated into the fees.
Key: t = Tonne
| Description (all vehicles charged by weight) | Charge by Tonne 2025/26 (GST incl.) | Minimum Charge 2025/26 (GST incl.) |
|---|---|---|
| Rubbish | $375.00 / t | $21.00 |
| Sand, Soil, Clay * | $15.00 / t | $16.00 |
| Brick, Blocks, Concrete) ** | $250.00 / t | $16.00 |
| Organic | $115.50 / t | $16.00 |
| Recyclable ^ | $90.00 / t | $15.00 |
| Public Weigh | $16.00 |
* Sand, Soil, Clay not currently accepted at Pleasant Point Transfer Station.
** Bricks, blocks and concrete can no longer being stockpiled and are going to landfill.
^ Applies to recycling delivered to the Materials Recovery Facility only.
Free drop-off facilities for recyclable materials are provided at all transfer stations.
Special Waste Streams
A Waste Levy of $74.75 per tonne is recovered by Council on behalf of Central Government. This is incorporated into the fees.
Key: t = Tonne
Waste Materials Requiring Permits
Criteria apply for the delivery of the following goods. Customers may apply to Enviro NZ for the following permits.
| Permit Type | Description of Materials | Cost of Permit | Cost of Materials (GST incl.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organics Permit | Delivery of organic materials to the Compost Facility | Set by EnviroNZ | $113.00 / t Minimum fee: $16.00 |
| Landfill Access Permit (LAP) Waste Category | Delivery of waste to Redruth Landfill | Set by EnviroNZ | Waste $335.00 / t Minimum fee: $50.00 |
| Landfill Access Permit (LAP) Clean fill Category | Delivery of clean fill to Redruth Landfill | Set by EnviroNZ | Sand, soil, clay $15.00 / t Minimum fee $16.00 Slurry $250.00 / t Minimum fee $16.00 Hardfill: bricks, blocks, concrete $250.00 / t Minimum fee $16.00 Other clean fill as notified |
| Waste Manifest | Required for Special or Hazardous Waste | $375.00 / t Minimum fee $30.00 | |
| Cover | Recreational Guidelines - testing and approval required, along with Waste Manifest approval | $105.00 / t | |
| Decramastic Tiles | $375.00 / t Minimum fee $16.00 | ||
Recycling Services
ESCRAP
| Description | 2025/26 (GST incl.) |
|---|---|
| Computer Screen | $18.00 |
| Televisions and Microwaves | $20.00 |
| Photocopiers - small - medium (0.1 - 0.5m3) | $35.00 |
| Photocopiers - large (> 0.5m3) | $60.00 |
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 deliveries. | |
| Child car seat | $8.00 |
Tyres - Subject to Legislative Requirements
| Description | 2025/26 (GST incl.) |
|---|---|
| Car / 4x4 / Light Truck | $10.00 |
| Heavy Truck | $30.00 |
| Tractor | $100.00 |
| Per tonne (must be de-rimmed or per tyre charge applied) | $885.00 |
Transfer Station Administration Fees
| Description | 2025/26 (GST incl.) |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday after hours opening. Actual cost charged if exceeds minimum | $157.50 Minimum fee |
| Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays after hours opening. Actual cost charge if it exceeds minimum | $210.00 Minimum fee |
| Drive off Administration Fee | $52.50 |
| Delivery of non-compliant materials. Actual cost charged if it exceeds minimum. | $157.50 Minimum fee |
Last updated: 07 Jul 2025