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Butchers Paper
Also known as: Greaseproof paper, Baking paper, Parchment paper
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.
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This item can also be taken to specialised drop-off locations, which may be required for large quantities.
Impact: When butchers paper ends up in landfill, it decomposes and produces methane, a potent greenhouse gas contributing to climate change.
Did you know? Butchers paper is often made from recycled paper, making it a sustainable choice.
Find your council
Your council is the authoritative source for local collection rules.