Rubbish collection is a user pays service with Council's bag service being one option alongside various private collection options.

Tauranga City Council Rubbish Bags

Council's rubbish bags are  prepaid pink stickered black bags which are available from all supermarkets

Conditions for collection of Council Rubbish Bags

Must be:

• placed at the kerbline (or edge of seal where there is no kerb) by 7.30am on collection day 
   
• visible, placed well clear of obstacles such as letter boxes, poles and trees
   
• securely tied or fastened
   
• weigh less than 15kg
   
• if a dog attacks the bag before it is collected, it is the responsibility of the contractor to pick up loose rubbish from the bag
   
• please do not put used oil packs, hot ashes or liquids in rubbish bags
   
• please wrap sharp objects before placing in the bag to prevent injury to collectors

No collection of Rubbish Bags from private ways

See the Who will collect your Rubbish and Recycling page more information on other Kerbside collection options.