What is a flexi bag and how does a Pink Bag work?
A flexi bag is a large, strong rubbish bag you buy, fill, and have collected when you’re ready. Here’s how it works:
- Buy a Pink Bag from us online or in-store.
- Fill it with your general waste at your own pace.
- Call us to book your collection and we’ll take it away for sorting and recycling.
Where to Buy a Flexi Bag in New Zealand
You can buy a Pink Bag online for delivery anywhere in New Zealand, or pick one up in-store at select Auckland locations.
Buying a flexi bag online from Pink Bins
Order your Pink Bag online and we’ll deliver it to your door. The price covers postage, collection, and disposal, no hidden fees. Fill it up, then give us a call to book your collection when you’re ready.
Where to buy a flexi bag in store in Auckland
You can purchase a Pink Bag in person at Stihl Shop Botany or Central Landscapes East Tamaki in Auckland. Once purchased, you can take it home and begin filling it at your convenience.
Pink Bag sizes, weight limits and what you can put in them
Pink Bags are designed for smaller cleanouts and are ideal for general and green waste from your home, garden, or DIY projects. This provides a valuable waste management option, particularly as New Zealand is among the highest generators of waste per person in the OECD.
You can fill it with:
- Household junk
- Garden waste
- Light building materials
For heavy items like concrete, soil, or bricks, use a Pink Bin instead.
Flexi bags vs skip bins, which is best for your job?
Not sure if you need a bag or a bin? Here’s a quick comparison to help you choose:
| Feature | Pink Bag | Pink Bin |
| Best For | Small jobs, garden waste, tight spaces | Large renovations, heavy waste (concrete, soil) |
| Flexibility | Fill at your own pace, no rental period | Fixed hire period, with flexible arrangements available |
| Placement | Can be placed in tricky spots | Needs clear driveway access |
Choose the option that best suits your project’s requirements for efficient waste disposal.
Why Aucklanders choose Pink Bags
When you’re ready, our team collects your Pink Bag and takes it to our recycling plant in Manukau. We’re committed to recycling as much material as possible, ensuring your waste is handled in an environmentally responsible manner. In fact, 60% of New Zealanders support more effective reuse and recycling efforts in waste management.
Order your Pink Bag online today! For any questions, just reach out to our team for assistance.
Frequently asked questions about buying flexi bags in New Zealand
Are Pink Bags reusable?
No, Pink Bags are single-use. After collection, we process the bag and its contents responsibly at our recycling facility.
How long can I keep the bag before collection?
You can keep your Pink Bag as long as you need. Book collection when you’re ready, there’s no rental period.
What can’t I put in a Pink Bag?
Don’t put hazardous waste like asbestos, chemicals, paint, or batteries in your Pink Bag, as proper hazardous waste management is essential and some materials may require specialist treatment. For hazardous materials, use our Hazibags instead.