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Polystyrene Cup

Polystyrene Cup

Also known as: Styrofoam Cup, Disposable Cup, Coffee Cup, Hot Drink Cup

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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Drop-off Location

Large quantities can be taken to a refuse transfer station.

Impact: Polystyrene cups contribute to landfill volume and plastic pollution if not disposed of correctly. They can also harm wildlife if ingested.

Did you know? Polystyrene takes hundreds of years to break down in landfills, contributing to plastic pollution.

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Your council is the authoritative source for local collection rules.

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