Community invited to help shape the future of waste services
Residents in Invercargill and Gore are being encouraged to share their views on potential changes to household waste collection services in their communities.
WasteNet Chair, Gore District Deputy Mayor Keith Hovell said it was important residents’ voices were heard before any decisions were made.
“We need their input to ensure their waste services reflect both the needs of our communities, and their values,” he said.
Invercargill City Councillor Grant Dermody said consultation on service options in the Invercargill City and Gore District areas would run from 1 August to 1 September.
“This is a significant opportunity for everybody in Invercargill and Gore, to help shape more sustainable and effective waste services throughout their communities.”
The options to be considered in Gore are:
Option One: Add a separate glass bin (Council's preferred option)
- 140 L Weekly Refuse
- 240 L Fortnightly Recycling
- New 80 L Fortnightly Glass Bin
Option Two: Add a separate glass bin and a green waste bin
- 140 L Fortnightly Refuse
- 240 L Fortnightly Recycling
- New 80 L Fortnightly Glass Bin
- New 80L Organics Bin
Option Three: Add a separate glass bin and a larger green waste bin
- 140 L Fortnightly Refuse
- 240 L Fortnightly Recycling
- New 80 L Fortnightly Glass Bin
- New 240L Organics Bin
Option Four: Planned Service
- 80/240 L Fortnightly Refuse
- 80/240 L Fortnightly Comingled Recycling (Glass In)
WasteNet Director Fiona Walker said the shared service – comprised of representatives from Gore District Council, Invercargill City Council, and Southland District Council – was working to implement a unified regional waste strategy.
Both the Gore District and Invercargill City councils would consult with their respective communities, including holding hearings and deliberations, before determining their preferred option for the future of solid waste services in their respective communities, she said.
