WRRC reopening Tuesday 28 April 2020

The Whanganui Resource Recovery Centre will open for recycling and green waste collection services from Tuesday 28 April 2020

ACCESS

During COVID-19 Alert Level 3, only the front of the Whanganui Resource Recovery Centre will be open for recycling.

HOURS

Monday – Sunday       09.00am – 10.00am    ONLY OPEN TO CITIZENS 65+

Monday – Sunday       10.00am – 04.30pm     OPEN TO ALL -Due to queues and long delays the time of closing may vary.

Monday – Sunday.      04.30pm – 09.00am     CLOSED (Centre will not be accessible during these hours)

We are experiencing heavy volumes and long DELAYS so please follow instructions.

TRAFFIC CONTROL

Staff will manage traffic flow in Maria Place and into the centre.

There will be no walking access to the front of the centre at any time,

YOU MUST REMAIN IN YOUR VEHICLE.

A maximum of (6) vehicles will be permitted access at any one time.

ONE OUT – ONE IN policy

ONLY (1) PERSON from each vehicle is permitted to recycle.

GREENWASTE

Greenwaste entrance is on the left furthest driveway from the Fire Station. Follow signs.

Drive directly to the greenwaste pit and remain in your vehicle.

An operator will process your payment and give further instructions.

EFTPOS SALES ONLY – NO CASH

E WASTE / SCRAP METAL

We will not be accepting these products during COVID-19 Alert Level 3 status.

CONCLUSION

We must apply these stringent controls to preserve the basic principle and purpose for

COVID-19 Alert Level 3 status, to restrict contact with others by implementing effective hygiene practices, maintaining a physical distance and contactless engagement. Community cooperation and calm is encouraged and will ensure a safe environment and experience.

Dale Cobb 

Centre Manager