RECYCLING AT TAWA LIONS SATURDAY MARKET
Tawa Lions accept the following for recycling at the Saturday Produce Market, 9am to 2pm, Outlet City carpark, 24 Main Road,Tawa.
SPECTACLES – Spectacles are collected for the Pacific Islands Sight Programme. Cases are not required.
USED BATTERIES – Small batteries no larger than 9 volt (No car Batteries) are accepted.
ALUMINIUM WINE BOTTLE TOPS & TEAR TABS – (No other metals e.g. beer bottle caps). The money from the sale of aluminium goes to support Kids Can who provide support for young New Zealanders in need.
ALUMINIUM COFFEE CAPSULES - The standard capsules, used in Nespresso type coffee machines, are made from aluminium and are suitable for recycling. There is no need to empty the capsules.
We do not recycle Plastic capsules.
The aluminium is used for other aluminium products and the coffee is used to produce compost product.
OLD MONEY – Lions in New Zealand collect old NZ notes and coins and overseas currency. The money raised (Heads Up for Kids) goes to funding youth development projects.
HEARING AIDS – Used aids are donated to Hearing Association Wellington, mainly for clients of the Downtown City Mission.
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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25.9% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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