Food Waste Collection in Cambridge and Hamilton, NZ
For 5 years, Little Buddies has collected food waste and organic materials from businesses and waste carriers in Cambridge and Hamilton, NZ. We expertly compost this waste into high-quality compost and vermicast, keeping costs low and contamination minimal. Partner with us to divert your commercial organic waste from Waikato landfills and support local growers and regenerative farmers.
What organic waste can we collect from your business?
Little Buddies manages a curated range of organic waste streams from Waikato businesses and waste carriers. Below are examples of what we accept.
If your operation produces larger volumes or unique waste, contact us to discuss drop-off options - we are always ready to welcome new partners to our partnership program!
Food Waste
Brewery and coffee roasting waste & by-products
Fruits and vegetables (including citrus, onion, chillies etc)
Egg shells
Bread & pastry products
Coffee grounds & paper tea bags
Expired food (no packaging)
Paper & Cardboard
Cardboard boxes (flattened with plastic tape & stickers removed)
Food boxes - traces of food are OK (including pizza boxes)
Egg cartons
Coffee cups and lids (No PLA)
Paper towels, napkins & serviettes
Paper bags
Cardboard/paper straws
Office paper (flat or shredded)
Newspaper
Green Waste
Mulch
Leaves
Lawn clippings
Non-treated sawdust & wood waste
Bark
Sheep yard cleanings
Animal Waste
Manure
Stable muck
Paunch (un-digested grass)
Bio-solids
How Our Business Collection Service Works
Signing up your business to our organic waste collection service is quick and easy:
Contact Us: Call +64 21 961 019 or use our online form.
Site Visit: We assess your waste volumes and site access.
Buckets Acquired: You acquire your buckets/bins (we can arrange this for you if required)
Schedule Set: Agree on a weekly pickup day (see below).
Waste Processed: We turn your organic waste into compost and vermicast for Waikato soils.
Collection Schedule for Businesses
We offer weekly pickups for businesses in Cambridge and Hamilton:
Tuesday: Cambridge commercial collections (e.g., cafes, retirement villages).
Friday: Hamilton commercial collections (e.g., restaurants, offices).
Catch-Up Days: Where holidays or absences disrupt schedules, we arrange prompt alternatives.
Where absence or public holiday makes these collection days untenable, we run catch up days to ensure your waste is collected promptly.
Why Choose Little Buddies for Organic Waste Collection?
We’re a locally owned, eco-friendly service trusted by Waikato businesses. Our efficient collections minimize your costs and landfill waste, delivering high-quality compost and vermicast to local growers and regenerative farmers. Join our community of Waikato businesses in making a sustainable impact; contact us today!
Waikato Waste Carriers
If you're a waste carrier or transport company looking to divert organic waste from landfills, we offer partnerships to explore alternative destinations for food and organic waste.
Contact us today, or call Marty on +64 21 961 019 for the personal touch!
Little Buddies
Vermiculture & Waste Reduction Services
Located in Cambridge, New Zealand
We'd love to hear from you
Marty Pine
Phone: +64 21 961 019
Email: info@littlebuddies.nz
