New Zealand waste collection calendar
Waste Collection Calendar
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This week
Thursday (9 July)
Put out Red + Yellow + Food
- Red — General waste — Landfill rubbish bag or red wheelie bin
- Yellow — Recycling — Paper, cardboard, cans, and plastics 1–7
- Food Scraps — Kitchen scraps for compost collection
Next week
Thursday (16 July)
Put out Red + Blue + Food
- Red — General waste — Landfill rubbish bag or red wheelie bin
- Blue — Glass — Glass bottles and jars (no lids)
- Food Scraps — Kitchen scraps for compost collection
Bins out by 7am on collection day. Schedules shown are sample council patterns — check your council's official calendar for your exact street.
Never miss bin day again
Each New Zealand council runs its own kerbside collection schedule. This tool shows which bins — rubbish, recycling, or green waste — are due this week and next for your area, so you can put the right wheelie bin out on the right night.
Collection days can change on public holidays. If your area uses a private contractor or rural drop-off, check your council website for the official timetable.
Frequently asked questions
What bins do NZ councils collect?▾
Most urban councils collect general rubbish (red or black bin), mixed recycling (yellow or blue bin), and often food scraps or green waste (green bin). Exact colours and accepted materials vary by council.
Why is my bin day different from my neighbour?▾
Councils split streets into collection routes. Nearby streets may be on different weeks for recycling vs rubbish, especially in larger cities like Auckland and Christchurch.
What happens on public holidays?▾
Bins are often collected one day later during holiday weeks. MyNZ highlights upcoming holiday changes where council data is available — always confirm on your council’s website for Christmas and New Year.
How do I find my council bin rules?▾
Select your town on MyNZ to load the matching council profile, then visit your council website for accepted items, extra bags, and rural collection points.
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Information is indicative only. Confirm official details with your council, school, or MetService where required. Return to MyNZ home.