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Aluminum Foil (dirty)
Kerbside collection: check your council
Kerbside rules differ across New Zealand — bins, crates and accepted materials all vary — so your council's own guide is the only reliable answer for where this goes at home.
Find your councilDrop-off Location
This item can also be taken to specialised drop-off locations, which may be required for large quantities.
Impact: Aluminum production is energy-intensive, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions. Landfilling aluminum is a waste of a valuable resource.
Did you know? Aluminum foil can be recycled endlessly without losing its quality. Recycling aluminum uses only 5% of the energy it takes to produce it from raw materials.
Your council is the authoritative source for local collection rules.