Waste strategies and resources

Learn about Council’s waste minimisation plans and find helpful resources for reducing waste in our district.

Key documents

The Masterton, Carterton and South Wairarapa District Councils Solid Waste Bylaw provides controls to ensure solid waste is managed and disposed of, while achieving acceptable standards of amenity. Read the Bylaw Controls.

The Wellington Region Waste Management and Minimisation Plan 2023-2029 was created alongside the other seven councils in the region. It sets a vision, objectives, targets, and regional and local action plans for achieving efficient and effective waste management and minimisation across the Wellington region over the next few years.