Rubbish Disposal & Recycling

In Nelson & Tasman there are various options for disposing of your rubbish.  In the inner city and more built up areas you can either have your rubbish collected by a private company or take your rubbish to a waste refuse centre yourself. 

Rubbish Collection & Recycling - Nelson

Rubbish Collection & Recycling - Tasman

* In Nelson & Tasman New Zealand, you will pay to dispose of your rubbish it is not included in your council rates.

The address of your home or business may determine who can collect your rubbish/which businesses operate in this area, check with the following providers to see which companies collect from your address and find out how much they charge for this service.

Can Plan

Nelmac

Smart Environmental

Waste Management

Rural properties in Nelson & Tasman may be outside the current collection areas, you can take your rubbish directly into a waste refuse centre.  Charges apply and these vary depending on whether you are in Nelson or Tasman and the volume of rubbish you are disposing of - check the above links for more information.