North Shore – Rubbish and recycling bin options and charges

​Rubbish bins in service

Price of rubbish tags

Pricing may vary by area and between retailers. These are the recommended retail prices (RRP).

*Shown at the top of the bin, on the inside (some bins will display the capacity either on the top edge near the lid, or on a sticker on the side).

Where you can buy bin tags

You can buy bin tags from your local supermarkets and selected convenience stores, libraries and service centres.

Food waste

Food scraps bins are currently available on the North Shore in selected streets in Takapuna, Northcote and Milford.

Food scraps bin charges

The annual charge for a food scraps bin is pro-rated based on the month the bin was ordered:

Price of food waste bin liners

Pricing may vary by area and between retailers. These are the recommended retail prices (RRP)

You can use Auckland Council bin liners in your food scraps kitchen caddy to keep odours at bay.

Our compostable liners are not compulsory. However, if you use bin liners, only Auckland Council bin liners will be accepted. You can line the kitchen caddy with newspaper or paper towels.

Where you can buy food waste bin liners

Bin liners are available to purchase at your local supermarkets in Papakura and selected Countdown supermarkets on the North Shore.

Bin liners are also available at Auckland Council service centres and libraries.

Recycle bins in service

Recycle bin dimensions

• 360-litre bins: 1100mm high, 848mm wide, 848mm deep
• 240-litre bins: 1060mm high, 730mm wide, 730mm deep
• 120-litre bins: 930mm high, 545mm wide, 545mm deep

​Recycling bin charges

The annual charge for a new or additional recycling bin is pro-rated based on the month the bin was ordered.

New recycling or food scraps bin: full year