Here is a handy video about what you can and cannot put in your recycle bin.
Because of the rising issue of recycling contamination, it’s crucial that we educate Aucklanders on proper recycling practices and what to do with unwanted items. This education is essential to prevent contaminated materials from ending up in roadside collections. For more on how to get rid of unwanted waste items check out this council page
More recycling reading
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