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The Sorting Depot, Commercial Waste Recovery

Temporary closure of The Sorting Depot

The Sorting Depot will temporarily close from 30 March 2026.

Why is it closing?

The current operating contract for The Sorting Depot is coming to an end at the end of March. Following a Council decision on 18 February 2026, we explored options for an interim contract to keep the facility operating while longer‑term solutions were investigated.

However, due to budget constraints, the interim arrangement will not proceed but we are continuing to look into long-term options. 

The final day of operation is Monday 30 March 2026

After this date, customers will need to make alternative arrangements for sorting and diverting materials. 

Alternative options and support

See list of alternative services below or if you have questions about waste minimisation or alternative services, please contact commercialwaste@npdc.govt.nz 

List of alternative services

Email us
Address
31 Colson Road
Waiwhakaiho,
New Plymouth
Access
Currently only open to waste service providers.
Opening hours
  • Mon 23 Mar

    8:00am – 4:30pm

  • Tue 24 Mar

    8:00am – 4:30pm

  • Wed 25 Mar

    8:00am – 4:30pm

  • Thu 26 Mar

    8:00am – 4:30pm

  • Fri 27 Mar

    8:00am – 4:30pm

  • Sat 28 Mar

    Closed

  • Sun 29 Mar

    Closed