What is hazardous waste?

If a product is corrosive, flammable, reactive or toxic, it can be hazardous.

Hazardous waste is accepted at Alexandra and Cromwell Transfer Stations. Refer to the hazardous waste acceptance table: Hazardous waste, asbestos and illegal dumping - Central Otago District Council (codc.govt.nz)

Asbestos -Asbestos is not acceptable in Transfer stations, it must be removed and disposed of by professionals. 

Chemicals -Ag-Recovery 0800 247 326 -Waste Management Technical Services 0800 835 645.

Paint - Please contact our waste team at waste@codc.govt.nz to get advice on how to dispose.

Fees and Charges: Hazardous Waste Fees and Charges (codc.govt.nz)