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EVENTS CALENDAR

WasteMINZ regularly hosts events designed to connect members and improve the overall knowledge across the sectors.

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CONFERENCE

Join us at the industry event of the year to delve into these topics and learn how to best advocate for your sector and become a change-maker.

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WEBINARS

Our webinars are thoughtfully designed to bring members together, providing valuable insights and opportunities for professional growth

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WORKSHOPS & NETWORKING

We run workshops, networking and other events for our members to learn, network and connect with each other.

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MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS

With over 1500 members ranging from small operators through to councils and large companies.

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OUR MEMBERS

Our members represent a broad cross section of the industry, from small operators through to councils.

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MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

Find out more about our members in our Membership Directory

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THE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF OUR SECTORS

Explore new research into the economic contribution of the waste, resource recovery and contaminated land management sectors. 

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OUR GUIDELINES

WasteMINZ has produced guidelines to provide best practice advice to the waste industry, producers, consumers and advertisers.

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OUR PROJECTS

Learn more about the significant projects WasteMINZ is working on, including soil reuse, battery disposal and more, and find educational info and resources. 

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SECTOR GROUPS
 
 
 
 
 
Read about the work our Sector Groups and Working Groups do, and how they are structured. 
 

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News

23 April 20262 min read

Councils call for fairer, more effective waste system ahead of election

Local government waste officers are calling on political parties to commit to a fairer, ...
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22 April 20261 min read

WasteMINZ + ALGA announce finalists for 2026 Awards for Excellence

The future of waste minimisation, resource recovery, and contaminated land and ...
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13 March 20262 min read

New report: New Zealand wasting billions by landfilling reusable soil

New Zealand throws away millions of tonnes of reusable soil every year, but a new report ...
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16 December 20251 min read

Waste services should be recognised as essential

When disasters strike, huge amounts of rubbish and debris pile up fast. If it’s not ...
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23 October 20252 min read

Soil: The hidden giant in construction waste 

Construction and demolition (C&D) waste makes up around 70% of material sent to ...
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12 September 20254 min read

Reducing household food waste: Behavioural approaches and insights

Food waste isn’t just about what's left on the plate—it’s a global issue with ...
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02 September 20253 min read

From shoreline to solution: Inside Sea Cleaners’ mission to restore Aotearoa’s waterways

After more than two decades on the water, Sea Cleaners remains a driving force behind one ...
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07 July 20254 min read

Tackling plastic pollution in New Zealand: Challenges and opportunities in waste management

Plastic pollution has emerged as one of the most pressing environmental issues worldwide, ...
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25 June 20253 min read

Empowering communities: Building capability in resource recovery with Tonkin + Taylor

This article is sponsored by our Conference 2025 Platinum Partner, Tonkin + Taylor As ...
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12 June 20253 min read

New research shows waste efficiency good for New Zealand’s economy

New WasteMINZ research shows waste efficiency is as good for New Zealand’s economy as it ...
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