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Nappies / Diapers
Also known as: Disposable nappies, Baby diapers, Adult diapers, Incontinence pads
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: Disposable nappies contribute significantly to landfill waste and take centuries to break down, releasing harmful greenhouse gases.
Did you know? Disposable nappies take hundreds of years to decompose in landfills. Consider using reusable nappies to reduce your environmental impact.
Find your council
Your council is the authoritative source for local collection rules.