Save Wastebusters Alexandra

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#4

It’s is shameful to hear that this community facility is being closed. It will only promote illegal dumping and considerable waste of perfectly good and reusable goods. Do the right thing for the local people and the planet and find a way to keep it open.

Marilou Graham (Alexandra, 2023-05-12)

#5

I think Wastebusters is such a valuable part of our community

Dan Beck (Omakau, 2023-05-12)

#7

I have been there and have found some interesting stuff while looking around

Marnie Aroha Elizabeth (Alexandra , 2023-05-12)

#8

This is a facility that is badly needed in Alexandra please don't close it.

Heather Hayes-Fraser (Alexandra, 2023-05-12)

#9

I use the wastebuster yard a lot

Gordon Snow (Roxburgh, 2023-05-12)

#10

It is such a valuable asset to Alexandra and the council need to support it!!

Rachel Petrie (Alexandra, 2023-05-12)

#11

I leave rural Alexandra and wastebusters is essential for me to recycling. Closing wastebusters is going backwards environmentally speaking. It may be not perfect but at least it exists.

Hélène Legeay (Alexandra, 2023-05-12)

#12

Alexandra Wastebusters do a great job recycling and providing affordable goods to purchase.

Julie Greig (Ranfurly , 2023-05-12)

#13

Wastebusters is a huge community asset

Christie Beck (Omakau , 2023-05-12)

#14

This facility is well supported, and we don't want to see rubbish accumulating in the community. The secondhand shops in Alexandra are already overrun with goods and they don't take some of the stuff Watebusters do.

Lynley Harris (Alexandra, 2023-05-12)

#16

Closing down Wastebusters will led to many reusable goods going to landfill and illegal dumping. It’s a backward step for the community.

Kevin Clark (Alexandra, 2023-05-12)

#17

Wastebusters is an important institution that allows people to recycle, reuse and upcycle goods that would otherwise end up in landfill. It is an environmental necessity for the town and wider area.

Jenny Morton-Clark (Alexandra, 2023-05-12)

#18

It is so important that this facility is retained and utilised. The CODC should be shamed for not promoting and supporting this facility.

Johnston Harley (Clyde, 2023-05-12)

#19

If Wastebusters closes we loose a great recycling centre and where will all the items go but into landfill and Council wants us to reduce what goes there. Keep Wastebusters Open

Nicola Blanch (Clyde, 2023-05-12)

#20

This should not be closing. It is an amazing resource for everyone. Closing it down will reverse the good it has created in educating people as well as up-cycling. I go to Wastebusters A LOT

Frances Boyte (Alexandra, 2023-05-12)

#21

Wastebusters provides a valuable service to the community.

Graeme Parr (Clyde , 2023-05-12)

#26

This is an assist which a lot of people use. I’m a preschool teacher and we don’t have a lot a spare cash for resources and at Wastebusters we can find lots of resources to use for family role play, for arts and crafts, for water play and sand play.

Tania Mawhinney (Alexandra, 2023-05-13)

#27

I’m signing because I’m fearful of what will happen to all those goods and recyclable products that usually go into this much-loved and well used resource. I don’t want our town and outlying areas to become a “dumping ground” for what some consider to be past its used by date!

Annette McLean (Alexandra, 2023-05-13)

#30

We need wastebusters. Amazing resource for our town and employee of people.

Gabby Geddes (Alexandra, 2023-05-13)

#31

Wastebustters is a resource that needs supporting to continue the very good work they do in recycling waste, reducing dumping and making second hand goods available for the public

Marty C (Cromwell , 2023-05-13)

#34

This has to stay We bring our recycling in from the country and love a shop in the recycle containers This teaches people to not bin it and makes you think when purchasing items that aren’t so easily recycled The young man who helps at the drop off educates me every time with a stern conversation Where will he go?!

Fiona Ross (Roxburgh, 2023-05-13)

#35

I'm signing because this place opitimises what every town should be doing to encourage and foster sustainable living.

Helen Adams (Alexandra, 2023-05-13)

#36

To reduce waste we need a recycling centre , otherwise it will end up in landfill or worse fly dumped.
Our council talks the talk now let’s see them be proactive and walk the walk . Sort this out council .

Coralie Reid (Alexandra, 2023-05-13)

#37

It was Alexandra's point of difference and one we felt proud of in that we cared enough about our environment to have such an establishment.
Plus, the employment numbers of our citizens 🙏

Christine Ridd (Alexandra, 2023-05-13)

#38

On so many levels, our town needs Wastebusters to continue.

Sue Richardson (Alexandra, 2023-05-14)

#39

I love things being repurposed and avoiding adding to landfill. Staff are friendly and helpful.

Kathryn McRobie (Gore, 2023-05-14)

#40

Wastebusters is a valuable resource for our community.

Bridget Scott (Poolburn , 2023-05-14)

#43

I believe it is one of the really worthwhile services available to everyone.

Jean Harradine (Cromwell, 2023-05-14)

#46

Such a good thing for our community

Ashlee Ryan (Alexandra, 2023-05-14)

#47

It is a great resource, love the place. Can always pick something up I need and drop off unwanted items for others.

Suzey Huntington (Alexandra, 2023-05-14)

#51

stops stuff from going into landfill

Lars Shea (Alexandra, 2023-05-14)

#52

At a National level, our country is transitioning to a low carbon, circular economy as a way to mitigate climate change impacts. Services such as Alexandra Waste Busters are essential components to a circular economy, allowing reusable items to be diverted from landfill, which can be sold or repurposed. Not only does this extend their lifetime, it also reduces demand for new products. Additionally, waste busters provides economic and social benefits to the local community, creating employment opportunities, and offering affordable products to people who may not have the means to buy new. This is especially pertinent currently with the cost of living.
Waste Busters Alexandra should not be closing! Now more than ever, we need these services and business models in our communities to enable circular economies and reduce consumption of new resources.

Elena Piere (Dunedin, 2023-05-14)

#54

I want wastebuster Alexandra to remain open for the community of Alexandra

Jodie Tilson (Alexandra, 2023-05-14)

#55

I'm signing because Wastebusters is amazing. Have so many great bargains, help with low cost clothing, bikes, blankets, crockery etc for those struggling, and stop all this going to rubbish.

Tracey Scherp (Alexandra , 2023-05-15)

#57

I live in this community, use waste busters as a place to both drop off goods that can be reused, and to find things I can reuse myself. It is important that our community has something like this operating. The council could help facilitate the ongoing operation of this place in some way.

Renee Suszko (Omakau, 2023-05-15)

#58

I want to say that Wastebusters in Alexandra is important to help recycling. We appreciate them and want them to continue their work.

Byron Hammond (Alexandra, 2023-05-15)

#59

Wastebusters plays such an important role in our community's efforts for sustainability. It makes complete sense to use items that other people no longer have a use for. We need Wastebusters!

Michelle Whitney (Alexandra, 2023-05-15)

#60

I am a frequent customer of wastebusters and to see it close down would be such a massive waste. To think of how many quality household items would instead enter the landfill is shocking. My first thought whenever we happen to need anything around the home or yard is to see if there is an option at Wastebusters and 8/10 there usually is!

Abi Brook-Miller (Lauder, 2023-05-15)

#61

Wastbusters is a great asset

Matt Burke (Omakau , 2023-05-15)

#66

Wastebusters is an excellent service to ur area for those tricky to recycle products such as polystyrene. Their re use shop enables all who partake to find their own piece of treasure from someone else's no longer needed stuff. The location right beside the transfer station is critical to success to divert stuff from just being land filled. It gives people an option to get rid of things without things being put in a hole, in our precious earth.

Anna Robinson (Alex, 2023-05-15)

#67

SAVE WASTEBUSTERS!!!!

Claudia H (townsville, 2023-05-15)

#69

With current economic conditions and the council’s own sustainable living goals, the district needs a centre where goods can be offered for re-use and not just thrown into the landfill.

Jenny Collier (Alexandra, 2023-05-15)

#71

Waste busters Alexandra is an amazing resource we need to try and keep.

Deb Lerew (Alexandra, 2023-05-16)

#72

Waste Busters makes it easy to find reusable or items to upcycle. They reduce waste and provide a way to easily recycle.
Plus Dunstan High School depends on them to access the jars we need for our jam making topics.

Heather Taylor (Alexandra, 2023-05-16)

#73

I think saving the planet is about global goals but local action. Councils need to take on board the opinions of their people AND lead the way in waste disposal. Chucking stuff in rivers & lakes has stopped, so dumping in landfills needs to be next. Councils need to support social enterprise operations like Wastebusters. Be bold - redesign your priorities. I wouldn't mind paying a dollar or 2 extra each time I bought something at Wastebusters and putting it into a special save Social enterprises fund.

Lesley Cowie (Alexandra, 2023-05-16)

#74

I truly believe that the Wastebusters re-use store needs to remain at the existing site and that CODC should take responsibility for ensuring that this happens.

Sue Scott (Alexandra, 2023-05-16)

#76

I am conscious that we need to use what’s already out in the world because we are such a throw away society and massive consumers that our waste is going to take over the world!

Claire Scherp (Alexandra , 2023-05-16)

#77

Teaching our future generations to reuse and recycle is so important!! Too much now is just dumped into landfill.

Jeanine Coleman (Alexandra, 2023-05-16)

#78

I'm showing my support to keep Wastebusters in Alexandra. Apart from Climate Change being upon us, this is a very integral business needed in our community. I hope a solution is made soon to keep it running. (Showing support to staff as well)

Dale Evans (Alexandra, 2023-05-16)

#79

We are working to save the planet and to get rid of waste properly... now what do we do? Back to the old ways of no recycling. Council needs to step in and HELP.

Sally Lloyd (Alexandra, 2023-05-16)

#81

I think WB is of immense value to the community

Beverley Thomson (Alexandra, 2023-05-17)

#82

It will be a loss to the community not having wastebusters anymore

Melissa Booth (Alexandra , 2023-05-17)

#83

My family live there

Richard Hockey (Northgate, 2023-05-17)

#84

Wastbusters is a valuable commodity of Alexandra and surrounding districts. I couldn't imagine Alex without Wastebusters!

Julie Ruffell (Alexandra, 2023-05-17)

#86

I am signing because this business is a key part of the town for recycling and supporting seasonal workers and newcomers to the area and locals with affordable reusable items.......Will be a great loss for the town.

Rona de Witt (Alexandra, 2023-05-17)

#89

Recycling is one of the best ways to protect our environment!

Chris Fisher (Alexandra, 2023-05-18)

#92

It's a valuable resource for our community..a way to get stuff reused and also help people who are struggling financially.

Jacqui Hopkins (Omakau, 2023-05-18)

#93

I'm signing because.....I use Wastebusters all the time. I drop off excess recyclable items such as large cardboard. I drop off household items that can be reused. And I regularly visit to buy reusable items.

Rachel McLellan (Alexandra, 2023-05-18)

#98

The town needs this.

Jo McDonough (Alexandra, 2023-05-20)

#104

Wastebusters is an invaluable resource in our local community. Something that must continue to ensure continued waste reduction and recycling, while also helping to alleviate some financial stresses for people in our current economy. And not to mention the provision of jobs.

Adele Waldron (Alexandra, 2023-05-21)

#105

Wastebusters is an importnt project to have in the area.

Karolina Kasparova (Clyde, 2023-05-23)

#106

M A Nicholl

Ann Nicholl (Alexandra, 2023-05-23)

#107

Waste busters is a step towards living in a sustainable community where one person's 'waste' is another persons 'treasure'.
I use this facility regularly not just for books and cookware but to get sofas and linens for repurposing.

Lisa Bond (Alexandra, 2023-05-26)

#108

I love wastebusters vist every week they have amazing stuff to buy please don't close down.

Christine Gill (CROMWELL , 2023-05-30)

#109

I’m signing because I love wastebusters

Tahlia Golden (Alexandra , 2023-06-12)

#110

I love going to waste busters, when ever I want to do an art project I would always go to waste busters first! 👍
Pluss it's sooo fun going with your friends, all the bargains you can find! You can make a day of it.

Jennifer Keen (Alexandra , 2023-06-12)



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