We are your new go-to trade shop and waste partner on the Kāpiti Coast.
At Otaihanga Zero Waste we provide services high up on the waste hierarchy: reduce, reuse, repair & recycle.
Around half of New Zealand’s landfill waste comes from construction and demolition. We know there is a need for more sustainable waste management and investment in reuse and upcycling.
At Otaihanga Zero Waste we are revaluing waste as valuable materials for our community; we have solutions for businesses, organisations and individuals.
Our vision is to create a thriving, vibrant destination for the community that supports local resilience, the circular economy and regeneration.
Opening Hours
Opening to the public from Saturday 15th June
Monday / Rāhina, Tuesday / Rātu, Wednesday / Rāapa, Sunday / Rātapu - Closed
Thursday / Rāpare, Friday / Rāmere - By appointment for business customers
Saturday / Rāhoroi - Open to the public 9.30am-4pm
Contact us:
Phone: 021 193 9131
Email: info@otaihangazerowaste.com
Find us at:
200 Otaihanga Road, Paraparaumu
Next driveway past the Transfer Station.
Otaihanga Zero Waste is a joint venture between:
What we accept
For a charge
Reusable timber
Building materials
Doors and metal window frames
Insulation
Tools
Metal
All metal items including bikes
Hardware (nails, screws, etc)
Car batteries
PVC
Plate window glass
No charge
Food and beverage cartons (aka Tetra Pak cartons)
Find out more on our material acceptance list here.
Visit Otaihanga Zero Waste to:
Drop off materials for reuse and recycling
Purchase reusable materials
Hire a meeting room for up to 30 people
Kōrero about waste reduction ideas
We are also keen for you to get in touch with us if you are a:
Construction professional looking for advice on how to reduce waste or with ideas on how we can expand our services
Community / waste organisation looking for materials or to work with us as material collection partners
Value-aligned business or organisation looking to share our space with us
Keep up to date with what’s happening on site
Our Team
Ben Wakefield – General Manager
Ben has been living in Kapiti for close to 10 years. Working with community groups and businesses through various projects. He is excited to work through solutions in the construction space for business and residents.
Vinnie Rawiri – Reuse Specialist / Yard Worker
Vinnie is a local from Ōtaki with a passion for finding a second life for materials and products. Combined with his customer service and logistics skills, he is an asset for our team.
Reuse Specialist/Sales -TBC
Vinnie (left) and Ben (right)
Our Partnership Model
Otaihanga Zero Waste is joint venture between Sustainability Trust and Localised.
How We Are Funded
Set up infrastructure and initial operational funding has been provided through Kāpiti Coast District Council.