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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 about the great work that we're doing across the sector

Policy & advocacy

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Small battery environmental scan
Small battery environmental scan

We are aiming to understand the challenges facing the small battery sector - from manufacturing to disposal. 

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Optimising soil reuse
Optimising soil reuse

 The first phase of the development of a nationwide framework that optimises the reuse of soils, rather than treating it like waste.

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Lead in residential properties
Lead in residential properties

Learn about the work we are doing to raise awareness and prompt action on lead contamination in residential properties.

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Local government waste management manifesto
Local government waste management manifesto

A document outlining actions which would make a difference to territorial authorities’ ability to effectively manage and minimise waste (2023).

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Government briefing
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Tackling our sector's issues
Tackling our sector's issues

A briefing document for the incoming government (2023) outlining the key issues for the sectors and actions should be taken.

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Guidelines
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Our guidelines
Our guidelines
Guidelines to provide best practice advice to the waste industry, producers, consumers and advertisers.
 
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Library
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Resource library
Resource library
A selection of helpful resources, including WasteMINZ submissions. 
 
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Research & innovation

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The economics of waste
The economics of waste

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

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Waste Disposal Levy report
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Waste Disposal Levy report
Waste Disposal Levy report

A report demonstrating the use and societal value of the waste disposal levy (WDL) spend by territorial authorities.

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Case studies
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Case studies
Case studies

Read case studies showcasing innovation and research from our members

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Education & community engagement

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Food waste
Food waste

Learn about the food waste issue and how Love Food Hate Waste is tackling it. 

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Batteries
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Battery collection facilities
Battery collection facilities

Find out where you can safely dispose of batteries in New Zealand.

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Compostable packaging
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Compostable packaging
Compostable packaging

Learn where to find facilities that accept compostable packaging, and read guidelines about advertising packaging

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Recycling labels and information
Recycling labels and information

Learn about the standardised colours, bilingual signage, agreed te reo Māori words, suppliers and zero waste event guidance. 

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Disposing of asbestos waste
Disposing of asbestos waste

Find out where you can dispose of asbestos waste in New Zealand. 

 
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KCTL phase out
KCTL phase out

Learn about the changes to the Kerbside Collection Traffic Leader (KCTL) training.

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International Compost Awareness Week
International Compost Awareness Week

Find out about the International Compost Awareness Week campaign and how you can get involved. 

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Construction waste week
Construction waste week

Learn about the inaugural Construction Waste Week and how you can get involved

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Funding your sustainable projects
Funding your sustainable projects

Find out where you can find funding for your sustainable projects.

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We choose reuse
We choose reuse

Read case studies and informative articles about reuse in Aotearoa New Zealand and abroad. 

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