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Binning bad habits

2021 audit of kerbside rubbish bags graphic in New Zealand

Households, businesses and schools are encouraged to consider what they put in the rubbish. Composting and recycling are two ways to divert a lot of material from the landfill.

This graphic was produced from an audit of kerbside rubbish bags in the Thames-Coromandel District in 2021 – what do you think a similar audit in your town might reveal?

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Rights: Thames Coromandel District Council
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