If your bin is damaged or stolen, complete the Request bin repair or report a missing bin online form.
Ngā ipu mō te kohinga o ngā rukenga kai Food scraps collection bins and bin liners
Request a bin repair or a new, additional or replacement bin
Bin repair and replacement
New food scraps bin
If you need a new food scraps bin, visit Request a bin for a new property.
When you order a new food scraps bin, you will receive:
- a kerbside food scraps bin with a green lid (23-litre)
- a kitchen caddy Smaller white bin to collect food scraps in the kitchen before transferring them to the larger food scraps bin outside.
- a roll of Auckland Council food scrap bin liners
- information about how to use the food scraps collection service.
Additional food scraps bin
If your bin is often too full, you can contact us to request an additional bin at no cost.
Problem with food scraps bin or collection
Learn more about What to do if there's a problem with your food scraps bin or collection.
Auckland Council bin liners
Use an Auckland Council bin liner in your food scraps bin. Our bin liners come in rolls of 20. They:
- are easy to use
- can keep your kitchen caddy Smaller white bin to collect food scraps in the kitchen before transferring them to the larger food scraps bin outside. clean
- will help reduce smells.
Store your bin liners in a dry place, away from sunlight. Change your bin liner for a new one every two to three days to prevent spills and smells.
Alternatively, you can line your caddy or food scraps bin with a paper bag or newspaper.
You do not have to use iners. You can use your food scraps bin with no liner at all.
Cost of our bin liners
Pricing may vary by area and between retailers. The recommended retail price (RRP) is:
| Number of liners | Price (RRP) |
|---|---|
| 20 liners (1 roll) | $2.80 |
Where to buy our bin liners
You can buy our bin liners at:
- Auckland Council libraries
- selected Woolworths , PAK'nSAVE, New World and FreshChoice supermarkets
- selected dairies and convenience stores.
Ask at the check-out if you cannot find council bin liners on the shelves at supermarkets or stores.