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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: Broken glass can pose a hazard to people and animals. Improper disposal of larger mirrors can also take up significant space in landfills.
Did you know? Mirrors are often made by coating glass with reflective materials like silver or aluminum. Advancements in technology have led to more environmentally friendly coatings.
Your council is the authoritative source for local collection rules.