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Paint Can (empty, dry)
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.
Find your councilDrop-off Location
This item can also be taken to specialised drop-off locations, which may be required for large quantities.
Impact: Incorrectly disposed paint cans can leach harmful chemicals into the environment, polluting soil and waterways. Metal cans also take up valuable landfill space.
Did you know? Empty and dried paint cans can often be recycled with other metals, reducing landfill waste and conserving resources.
Your council is the authoritative source for local collection rules.