Some council services will be unavailable over the Christmas and New Year break.
Check if you need to apply or order before Friday 19 December 2025.
How to get rid of fire extinguisher
Alert - critical warning
This is a hazardous item.
You cannot put this item in your rubbish or recycling bin.
Take fire extinguishers to a transfer station.
Yellow fire extinguishers or Halon extinguishers are illegal to possess and use on a fire as they contain emissions that harm the ozone layer.
For all other extinguishers and to find a fire extinguisher servicing agent, see fireprotection.org.nz.