Due to staffing shortages today, we’re unable to complete rubbish and recycling collections from Closeburn Road onwards to Glenorchy. As a result, Glenorchy’s collections are postponed until tomorrow (Saturday 19 July)

Rubbish & Recycling

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We're on a journey to become a zero waste district. Here you'll find everything you need to know about how to reduce your waste, use the recycling service and other waste services in the Queenstown Lakes District.

A-Z Rubbish & Recycling Directory

Navigate through our comprehensive A-Z Rubbish and Recycling Directory, to find out what belongs in your kerbside bins and where other unwanted items can be dropped off for reuse, recycling, or safe disposal.  

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