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Lighter (disposable)
Also known as: Cigarette Lighter, Pocket Lighter, Bic Lighter, Disposable Lighter
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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Large quantities can be taken to a refuse transfer station.
Impact: Improperly disposed lighters can leak butane, a greenhouse gas. They also contribute to plastic pollution in landfills.
Did you know? Disposable lighters are not easily recyclable due to their mixed material composition and residual butane fuel. It's best to completely empty them before disposal.
Find your council
Your council is the authoritative source for local collection rules.