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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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This item can also be taken to specialised drop-off locations, which may be required for large quantities.
Impact: Newspapers in landfills contribute to greenhouse gas emissions as they decompose. Recycling them conserves natural resources and reduces deforestation.
Did you know? New Zealand has a high paper recycling rate, with much of it turned into new paper products, packaging, and insulation.
Your council is the authoritative source for local collection rules.