Hikurangi Transfer Station – Rubbish & Recycling in Hikurangi, Northland

♻️ Local Waste & Recycling Facility in Hikurangi

Looking for the Hikurangi dump or a rubbish and recycling facility in Northland? The Hikurangi Transfer Station provides a convenient local drop-off point for household waste, green waste, and recycling.

Located just outside the township, this essential community facility — commonly known as the Hikurangi dump — helps keep the area and the wider Tutukaka Coast clean, safe, and environmentally responsible.

The Hikurangi Transfer Station is owned by Whangārei District Council and operated by Northland Waste.

📍 Location

Located on the road to Waro Reserve at:
102 King Street, Hikurangi, Northland

🕒 Opening Hours

Winter Hours:

• Monday – Sunday: 8:00am – 1:00pm

Monday–Sunday, 8am–1pm

Summer Hours:

• Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 1:00pm
• Saturday – Sunday: 8:00am – 5:00pm

Closed: Christmas Day & Good Friday
Open all other public holidays

💰 Fees & Charges

Charges are based on the volume of rubbish being disposed of.

• Recycling is free
• Some items (such as tyres, televisions, and whiteware) may incur additional charges

👉 Tip: Separate recycling from your waste to save money

♻️ What You Can Take

• General household waste
• Green waste and garden materials
• Recycling (separate from rubbish)
• Small loads (bags, car boots, trailers)

⚠️ What’s Not Accepted

• Hazardous waste
• Waste oil
• Large loads (e.g. truckloads or large skip bins)

👉 Large loads can be taken to facilities in Whangārei, such as central waste and recycling stations.

🌱 Supporting a Cleaner Community

The Hikurangi Transfer Station plays an important role in managing waste across Northland. By providing a local, accessible facility, it helps residents dispose of rubbish responsibly and supports more sustainable practices across the region.

📲 More Information

👉 https://northlandwaste.co.nz/info/transferstations/hikurangi