Please note, all charges are GST inclusive unless indicated otherwise.
Sections 12 and 150 of the Local Government Act 2002.
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 2026/27 (GST incl.) | Recycle 2026/27 (GST incl.) | Rubbish 2026/27 (GST incl.) | Glass 2026/27 (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 | 2026/27 (GST incl.) |
|---|---|
| Standard 140L | $210.00 |
| Large 240L | $260.00 |
Bin Sets Including Delivery (New)
| Description | 2026/27 (GST incl.) |
|---|---|
| Standard 140L | $464.12 |
| Large 240L | $605.85 |
Bin Reinstatement Fee
| Description | 2026/27 (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 $80.50 (GST incl) 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 2026/27 (GST incl.) | Minimum Charge 2026/27 (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 $80.50 (GST incl) 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 2026/27 (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 | No longer accepted as Scrap Metal - Rubbish rate now applies | $375.00 / t Minimum fee $16.00 | |
Recycling Services
ESCRAP
| Description | 2026/27 (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 | 2026/27 (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 | 2026/27 (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: 01 Jul 2026