Most Aucklanders like to think they’re pretty good at using their recycling bins correctly, but the reality is that household recycling is still heavily contaminated. Far too much rubbish is ending up in recycling bins, and a significant amount of recyclable material is still being lost to landfill because of it. Learn why getting your household kerbside recycling right is so important and how to do it better.
Repair is a simple but powerful way to reduce waste, save money, and keep useful items out of landfill. Discover how everyday repair skills, community workshops, and local support like tool libraries and repair cafés can help you fix rather than replace.
New Zealanders send an estimated 180,000 tonnes of textiles to landfill every year. Discover why textile waste is becoming a growing environmental challenge and explore practical ways to extend the life of the clothes you already own through repair, reuse and upcycling.