10 things that don't belong in your recycling bin
Hi neighbours,
A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.
Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people had put in hoping for the best, but which could not be recycled.
To read more, click here.
If you're in doubt whether something belongs in the recycling bin, the best practice is to simply leave it out.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.8% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... It is complicated
Poll: Do you have a go-to adverse-weather checklist for your family? ☔⚠️
As reported in the Press, the same low-pressure system that lashed the North Island over the weekend is now making its way south, bringing heavy rain and strong winds with it. It’s a soggy start to the week for many of us.
With more wild weather on the cards, we’re curious: do you have a go-to adverse-weather checklist for your family? Or are you more of a “grab the torches and hope for the best” household?
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35.7% Yes - we like to be prepared
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50% Nah
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14.3% This is on my to-do list!
Another Scam - 48 Hours to Renew Your Registration From nz transport agency <support@opendialoguenhs.com>
Hi there,
We have sent you several reminders regarding the renewal of your vehicle registration,
but we have not yet received any response or payment.
This is your final reminder.
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