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Grass Clippings

Also known as: Cut grass, Lawn clippings, Grass cuttings, Yard waste

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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Drop-off Location

This item can also be taken to specialised drop-off locations, which may be required for large quantities.

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Impact: Improper disposal of grass clippings in landfills contributes to methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Composting or grasscycling helps reduce these emissions.

Did you know? Leaving grass clippings on your lawn after mowing (grasscycling) can return valuable nutrients to the soil, reducing the need for fertilizers.

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Your council is the authoritative source for local collection rules.

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