June 3, 2015
Not a Good Look
It is disappointing to hear that government has decided to not proceed with the declaration of tyres as a “priority product” under...
Author:Tyrewise
June 2, 2015
‘Pissed off’ at end-of-life tyre debacle
There was frustration and anger at the end-of-life tyre conference today when the Government effectively pulled the skids out from under an...
June 2, 2015
Tyres not a ‘Priority Product’ for New Zealand
The association representing companies that import and sell used vehicles in New Zealand has expressed its disappointment in a government decision not...
May 28, 2015
Tyre Project Punctured
The Imported Motor Vehicle Industry Association (IMVIA) is disappointed with today’s announcement by the government that it has decided to not proceed...
May 27, 2015
Rule change on cards to stop tyre saga repeat
A change to Hamilton's planning rules could be needed to stop another tyre mountain being stockpiled in the city, council staff have...
May 19, 2015
Hamilton city politicians want more info on tyre saga
Hamilton's abandoned tyre mountain has been wheeled out of the city but concerns remain over where the tyres have been taken. City councillor...
May 18, 2015
Collaboration required on tyre solution according to 3R
New Zealand’s track record with end-of-life tyres is littered with good intentions, dubious science and failed investments. While some businesses are safely...
May 12, 2015
Worries over tyre-recycling plan
Mysterious night-time deliveries prompt council to close dumping site predicted to hold a million tyres. A tyre-recycling firm that has been blocked from...
May 12, 2015
Hamilton tyre mountain saga rolls on
The company tasked with cleaning up a quarter million dollar mess in Hamilton has struck more bad headlines after key staff were...
May 5, 2015
Tyre dumping on the rise in West Auckland
West Auckland residents are frustrated that it's cheaper to dump tyres and risk fines than it is to dispose of them properly. Laingholm...