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Ceramic Mug/Plate (broken)
Also known as: Broken crockery, Ceramic shards, Broken china, Broken tableware
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
Large quantities can be taken to a refuse transfer station.
Impact: Broken ceramics don't readily decompose in landfills and contribute to non-biodegradable waste.
Did you know? Broken ceramics can't be recycled because the material's structure changes when it breaks, making it unsuitable for traditional ceramic recycling processes.
Find your council
Your council is the authoritative source for local collection rules.