Wahi Tukurua Resource Recovery Centre

Wāhi Tukurua is a community-led resource recovery centre in Mercury Bay, focused on keeping good materials out of landfill and in circulation.

Donate, Reuse & Repurpose in Mercury Bay

We rescue, sort, repair and resell a wide range of items – from furniture, homewares and tools to clothing, linen, bikes, building and construction materials and more. If it’s still usable, we’ll do our best to give it a second life.

Drop off your household, building and business items that are too good to throw away and can be reused by someone else.

We accept quality donations and also offer pick-up services for larger items, making it easier to keep reusable goods out of the waste stream.

Whitianga Secondhand and Reuse Shop

Our shop is full of affordable, ever-changing treasures, and our team is always happy to help you find what you need.

When you shop with us, you’re not just grabbing a bargain – you’re supporting local jobs,
sustainability, and a circular economy right here in Mercury Bay.

Here’s how you can shop with us:
In person: Visit our shop at 239 South Highway, Whitianga (next to the Refuse Transfer
Station, aka "the tip").
Online: Browse our website store 24/7.
Trade Me: Find selected items listed for easy bidding or buy-now deals.

Secondhand Items Pick up Truck

If you've been thinking about emptying out the garage, cleaning out the garden shed, bach or spare room, perhaps you've got left overs from that last DIY job?

If it’s too good to toss, but you need it gone – we’ll come get it!
- Message us via Facebook, Email or call to book a pick-up.

E-Waste Disposal & Recycling Services

What is E-Waste? Basically any discarded device with a plug, cord, or battery is e-waste and shouldn't go in the bin.

• Common examples include:
• Computers, laptops, tablets
• Phones and chargers
• TVs, stereos, and DVD players
• Kitchen appliances (toasters, kettles, microwaves)
• Power tools, printers, and more!

Not sure? Drop us a message!

Please note that some items have a recycling fee attached – this covers the safe handling, processing
and transporting of e-waste. You can find a list of fees on our website.

Looking for something unique?

Looking for something in particular?

From tools to timber, furniture to fittings – we might just have what you’re after. And if we don’t have it yet, chances are it could come through our doors soon.

💬 Send us a message
📩 Drop us an email
📍 Or call in to see us at 239 South Highway, Whitianga

Tell us what you’re looking for, and we’ll keep our eyes peeled. 

At Wāhi Tukurua, every item
rehomed is one less heading to landfill – and one more resource staying in use.

Kete Kai Cookbook - Save Food Waste - Save Money

The Wāhi Tukurua team have created the Kete Kai Cookbook which  is full of practical, no-fuss ideas for using what you already have – turning leftovers into something new and making meals out of “odds and ends.” Click on our website link or talk to our team at the Resource Centre to get a copy of this excellent resource. 

Want to join our Resource Recovery Team?

As our resource recovery centre grows, we need more hands on deck. 

Whether it’s helping at our site, sorting items, or picking things up around the community – every bit helps.

Got 1 hour, 2 hours, or a few? We’d love to have you on board. Please contact us via email.