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Do you have a loose scrape metal hanging around that you've been meaning to get rid of? Pop along to our free scrap metal drop-off to safety disposed of that unwanted metal!

We will be holding one-off collections throughout our communities to provide residents with convenient and accessible options to dispose of hazardous waste.

The goal is to reduce the environmental and health risks associated with abandoned scrap metal and raise awareness about the benefits of recycling and environmental responsibility.

No registration required! 

Where?

We have a large district and not all drop-off locations will suit everyone. Please be patient - it will take some time, but we are working hard to hold these events in all corners of the district.

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  • Do you have a loose scrape metal hanging around that you've been meaning to get rid of? Pop along to our free scrap metal drop-off to safety disposed of that unwanted metal!

    We will be holding one-off collections throughout our communities to provide residents with convenient and accessible options to dispose of hazardous waste.

    The goal is to reduce the environmental and health risks associated with abandoned scrap metal and raise awareness about the benefits of recycling and environmental responsibility.

    Learn more

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FAQs

No, participation is free. This event is organised to promote environmental sustainability and community involvement.

This is funded by funding from by Ministry for the Environment, who have placed funds into our Waste Minimisation Fund. This is used to fund waste minimisation initiatives throughout our district.

Learn more about the Waste Minimisation Fund

All households/residential ratepayers in the Waikato District Council area, you just need to be willing to travel (if applicable).

No, this is for residential ratepayers only.
We accept aluminium, steel, copper, brass, stainless steel, and iron. Items such as appliances, tools, car parts, and pipes are also welcome. 

We do not accept items containing hazardous materials such as paint cans, propane tanks, electronics, or batteries.

Please check with local hazardous waste facilities for proper disposal of these items.

While the metal doesn’t need to be spotless, we request that you remove dirt, grease, and non-metal attachments like plastic or wood where possible.
There is no specific weight limit, but please ensure that the items can be safely transported to the event and unloaded.
This event is a Council initiative, so payments will not be provided. However, your contributions help support recycling efforts and reduce landfill waste.
We can accept items with minor attachments like wires, but we encourage you to remove them beforehand to streamline the recycling process.
All collected metal will be transported to a recycling facility where it will be processed and reused for manufacturing new products.

Last updated 17 March 2025, 10:35 am

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