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Video Tapes (VHS)
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: VHS tapes contain plastic and magnetic materials, which can contribute to landfill waste if disposed of incorrectly. Consider repurposing or donating before discarding.
Did you know? While VHS tapes are no longer a mainstream format, some specialist stores still offer equipment and services for playing or transferring content to digital formats.
Your council is the authoritative source for local collection rules.