Refuse Transfer Station

• Can I get paper rubbish bags?

  No.  They cost more to produce, handle and store so Council has decided to use only plastic rubbish bags.

• Can I use Eftpos at the transfer stations?

  Only at Blenheim Transfer Station.

• How do I dispose of a dead animal?

  Put in a plastic bag and take to a transfer station.  Will be charged at the general refuse rate of $26 per cubic metre unless in an official Council bag.

• What are the fees and charges?

  Fees and charges information can be found in the FEES section.

• What do I do if I find illegally dumped rubbish?

  Contact our Customer Service Centre, phone 03 520 7400.

• What do I do with my rubbish when I have been out boating in the Marlborough Sounds?

  Port Marlborough provides rubbish facilities for boaties at Picton and Havelock marinas. Alternatively, you can take your rubbish to any transfer station.

• When are transfer stations open?

  Transfer station hours are on each station's page:

  • Blenheim
  • Picton
  • Havelock
  • Wairau Valley
  • Seddon
  • Rai Valley

  See the Transfer Stations page information on public holiday closures. These will also be listed in the newspaper close to each public holiday.

• Where can I get official Council rubbish bags?

  Each July a Rubbish bag Voucher for a pack of 52 official Council rubbish bags is posted to property owners.

  Official Council rubbish bags can be purchased at any time from the Customer Service Centres or participating supermarkets.

  For a list and more information see Official Council Rubbish Bags.