Rotorua to introduce new kerbside organic waste collection in 2026

Wednesday 8 January 2025 · 5 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 8 Jan 2025, 8:24am

In this story Rotorua Lakes Council

Rotorua Lakes Council will begin weekly food and green waste collection from July 2026, while general rubbish pick-ups will reduce to fortnightly. The new service, provided by Smart Environmental, is expected to increase annual rates by just under $25.

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1. NZ HeraldWed 8 Jan 2025, 5:02am

   Rotorua kerbside rubbish collection: Locals weigh in on new waste plan (opens in new tab)

2. RNZWed 8 Jan 2025, 7:01am

   Rubbish or 'a good idea'? Rotorua residents weigh in on kerbside collection changes (opens in new tab)

   Also on Waikato Times (opens in new tab), Stuff (opens in new tab)

3. 1NewsWed 8 Jan 2025, 8:24am

   Rotorua residents weigh in on kerbside collection changes (opens in new tab)