Public consultation on fortnightly rubbish pilot coming soon

“Every year Aucklanders send over a million tonnes of rubbish to landfill. The proposed trial is a chance for trial participants to help us explore new ways to reduce waste and protect our environment. By sharing your views through the consultation, you’ll help shape the future of Auckland’s waste services as we move towards a more sustainable Tāmaki Makaurau.” Justine Haves, General Manager Waste Solutions, Auckland Council

Auckland Council is considering running a six-month pilot of fortnightly rubbish collections, but wants public input first.

Other councils across NZ have moved to fortnightly, including Hamilton and Tauranga where household kerbside waste to landfill has reduced by about half. Recent audits show roughly half of what’s in Auckland rubbish bins could be recycled or reprocessed instead of going to landfill.

If the six-month-long trial goes ahead, ratepayers in the selected areas would receive a reduction on their rates (depending on the size of their bin).

Consultation on the proposed trial runs from 13 to 31 October 2025. Feedback can be given online, at in-person drop-in sessions, or through feedback forms available at libraries and local board offices.

All feedback will be presented to the relevant committee of the Governing Body (Mayor and Councillors) in December 2025, who will then decide whether the trial should go ahead.

Read more here: https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2025/10/consultation-opens-soon/