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Wastebusters was set up in Wanaka by our community in 2000 with a mission to work towards zero waste in Wanaka and across the country.

Leading the way to zero waste for over 25 years, Wastebusters drives change through our Wānaka reuse shop, events and campaigns, business consultancy and real recycling, keeping resources in use and inspiring environmental action. We run a recycling and reuse centre, and do education for sustainability work in schools and in the wider community, including the Dr Compost home composting programme.

We campaign for zero waste including stopping using single use plastic bags and bottles, product stewardship, container deposit legislation and an end to ridiculous over-packaging.

14/05/2026

It’s almost time for Wānaka’s biggest secondhand ski drop.

Wasties Winter Drop is kicking off this Saturday 16 May at 9am!!

We have everything to get you and your entire whānau kitted out for another epic Wānaka winter!!

Kids & adults skis, snowboards, boots, poles, ski jackets, snow pants, goggles, gloves, merinos, scarves and more.

With so much epic stuff, including your favourite outdoor brands: North Face, Armada, Planks, K2s, Atomics and more, we’ll be restocking all weekend!

We’ll see you on Saturday!

13/05/2026

Notice a broken zip or small hole while pulling your winter gear back out for the season?

Before you replace it, it might be worth trying a repair first.

We’ve found some great beginner-friendly tutorial videos for common winter gear repairs, from tightening a jacket zip with pliers to patching puffers and darning woolly socks.

Some fixes are surprisingly easy and can help your gear last for many more winters to come.

Because honestly, the best winter gear usually comes with a good story attached to it.

Read the blog here: wastebusters.co.nz/2026/05/11/repairs-worth-learning

And if your gear needs a bit of extra help, bring it along to our next Repair Revolution on June 28 💛

11/05/2026

Planning on buying a pair of skis or a snowboard from Wastebusters this Winter Drop?

Our mates at Wax Spa Wānaka are kindly offering Wastebusters customers an edge sharpen and wax service for just $35 this winter.

Just make sure to pop one of the lovely Wax Spa stickers onto your gear at the till while purchasing at Wastebusters. Easy as.

To book an appointment, send a direct message to .wanaka

Big thanks to Wax Spa for supporting reuse and helping keep more gear up the mountain this winter 🎿 ❄

*Pricing is for a standard wax and edge service. Any extra work requested may cost additional

The Wastebusters Winter Drop is happening this Saturday 16 May!

10/05/2026

$1 Day is back!

This Wednesday 13 May, 9am–5pm at Wastebusters.

Everything in the shop will be just $1 an item… yep, really. From clothing, shoes and accessories to books, kitchenware and vintage treasures, there’ll be plenty of good finds up for grabs.

Out in the front yard, it’s name your price!

Round up your mates, come have a dig, and see what treasures you can uncover.

09/05/2026

Less than one week to go!

Join us next Saturday & Sunday for a weekend full of epic secondhand ski goodness!

Both the shop and front yard will be bursting with secondhand ski gear. We'll have everything from skis, snowboards, boots and helmets to ski jackets, snowpants, merinos, vintage layers, goggles and more! And yes, we'll have kids gear too!

With big name brands like Patagonia, K2, Armada, Planks...you're not going to want to miss this!

We'll be joined by local legends Delhi Hut and Cat Resuce Wānaka's fundraiser bake sale to keep you fuelled throughout the day!

Gates open 9am Saturday 16 May at Wastebusters. Don't miss out one Wānaka's biggest secondhand ski drop!

08/05/2026

Psst, it’s Mother’s Day tomorrow…

We hear Wasties has some pretty nice things that she’ll love x

07/05/2026

Not long to go now!

Join us on May 16 & 17 for a weekend packed with epic secondhand ski gear!

Our front yard will be packed full of quality preloved skis, snowboards, boots, helmets, ski jackets & pants.

And inside the shop you’ll find winter layers, merinos, vintage jackets, gloves, goggles, hats, scarves, kids skiwear and more.

will be joining us to keep you fuelled throughout the day. ‘s famous fundraiser bake sale will also be returning!

Join us from 9am on Saturday 16 May 2026. We’ll see ya there! 😊

04/05/2026

Jenn is in slight denial that summer is over 😞 and if you are too, then we have great news for you!

All summer gear in our front yard is ‘name your price’ from now up until the 15 May.

So if you’re still holding on to summer like Jenn, come on in to find some secondhand treasure that’ll help you make the most of these sunny days! Just let the front yard crew know how much you’d like to pay for your summer goods. ☀️🌞🌅🕶️⛱️

01/05/2026

Secondhand never looked so good. 💫

30/04/2026

Abbey would like everyone to know that this is her favourite painting, and will be out for sale tomorrow. Please make Abbey happy by rehoming this wonderful painting.

P.S we have named it cat-dog

P.P.S it’s at least a meter wide

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Wanaka

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+6434438606

Website

http://linktr.ee/wastebusters

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