Illegal dumping in Gisborne reaches record high

Wednesday 10 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 10 Dec 2025, 5:49pm

Illegal flytipping in Gisborne has reached a record 1,200 tonnes over the past year. Rubbish left outside the city's waste management transfer station has cost ratepayers $570,000 as of October. The dumping has affected local streets, beaches, and parks.

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1. NZ HeraldWed 10 Dec 2025, 5:00pm

   Gisborne flytipping surges nearly 55% - and it’s being dumped at a surprising location (opens in new tab)

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2. RNZWed 10 Dec 2025, 5:49pm

   Gisborne flytipping surges 58% - and it's being dumped at a surprising location (opens in new tab)