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Nelson & Marlborough

See regional updates for Whakatū (Nelson) and Te Tauihu-o-te-waka (Marlborough), including collection days for public holidays, transfer station information, and FAQs.

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Christmas & New Year Public Holiday Collection Changes

  • Christmas Day — Thursday 25 December No collections. All services will move to Friday, 26 December.
  • Boxing Day — Friday 26 December Normal collections.
  • New Year’s Day — Thursday 1 January Limited collections in City and Hills Areas only. All other collections will take place on Friday, 2 January.
  • Day after New Year's Day — Friday 2 January. Normal collections.

What's available in Nelson?

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General Waste Wheelie Bins

Strong, lidded bins to keep your household waste contained and collected reliably. Learn more.

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General Waste Skip Bins

Ideal for renovations, cleanouts or moving. Choose the right skip size for any job. Learn more.

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Garden Waste Skip Bins

Perfect for garden projects. We collect your green waste and turn it into compost. Learn more.

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Cleanfill Waste Skip Bins

Easy-to-load skips for concrete, bricks, tiles, and other construction materials. Learn more.

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Garden Waste FlexiBin

Perfect for garden projects. Fill at your own pace and book a collection when ready. Learn more.

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General Waste FlexiBin

Strong, disposable bags for DIY, cleanouts, and renovations — fill and book collection. Learn more.

Working together for a cleaner Te Tauihu

From sponsoring local charities to improving the safety and sustainability of every collection, WM New Zealand is proud to serve Nelson and Marlborough — keeping the region beautiful for generations to come.

 The team regularly get involved in local clean-ups and environmental initiatives, helping to protect the natural beauty of Whakatū and ensure public spaces remain safe, tidy, and cared for by the community.

The WM New Zealand Nelson whānau joined the festive fun at the annual Nelson Santa Parade, spreading Christmas cheer throughout the city.

The team were proud to represent WM and celebrate the season alongside customers, suppliers, and locals. Their bright smiles and energy captured the spirit of the day — a wonderful way to thank the community for their ongoing support and wrap up another busy year.

The Nelson team also rolled up their sleeves to take care of their surroundings, including a clean-up along the Whakatū bypass and the local railway reserve.

After a quick health and safety briefing, “Scott the train” helped transport volunteers and collected waste back to the yard, where the team enjoyed a shared lunch together — a great example of teamwork, environmental care, and local pride in action.

Supporting our local community

We’re proud to back the people and causes that make our region stronger. Because waste isn’t the only thing we care about reducing — we’re here to make a positive impact for people too. WM New Zealand sponsors community organisations, including:

Mentoring young people across Nelson and Tasman

Raising funds and awareness for men’s health alongside Gibbons Naylor

Supporting compassionate end-of-life care in our community

Nelson & Marlborough Case Studies

WM New Zealand is proud to support local businesses and projects across Te Tauihu that are driving real change in how waste is managed. From Scott Construction’s Te Āwhina Marae project, which achieved 48% waste recovery through education, collaboration, and recycling, to innovative plasterboard recovery solutions with Winstone Wallboards, our partnerships in Nelson are helping to power a more sustainable, circular construction industry.

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Te Āwhina Marae

Scott Construction’s Te Āwhina Marae project achieved 48% waste recovery through education, collaboration, and recycling.

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Winstone Wallboards

A Solution for plasterboard recovery

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A solution for the construction industry in Nelson

Partnering with local companies to power the circular economy.

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