Public dump stations
Wellington's purpose-built stations for responsible disposal of waste and sewage are located at:
Fines
Freedom camping offences may be subject to an infringement notice (Section 27(6), Freedom Camping Act 2011) and a fee of $400.
What to do if you receive a fine
If you receive an infringement notice from an Enforcement Officer, you can pay the fee online using your credit card (use the Camping payment type) or at one of our Council service desks.
Pay camping infringement fines
Disputing an infringement
If you have been issued with a freedom camping infringement, you can dispute this by calling us on 04 499 4444 or visiting us at one of our Council service desks.
Information on how to dispute a fine can be found on the back of your infringement notice.
Please note that it is up to freedom campers to know the rules around freedom camping and we will only issue a waiver in special circumstances.