Recycling facility fires are costing the council a further $48,000 a year. The most recent audit of Auckland’s kerbside refuse bins in 2023 revealed 71% of bins contain electronic waste.

Rubbish truck fires caused by batteries are costing Auckland ratepayers tens of thousands of dollars a year, and the problem is getting worse. Auckland has already had at least 13 rubbish truck ...

Since April 2024, the council has been collecting garden waste fortnightly using 240 litre wheeled bins - replacing their previous bag service. Introducing wheelie bins in the Forest was seen as ...