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There are lots of different ways of grouping rubbish

A mass of recyclable waste: Bottles, cans, paper etc.

People sort (whakawehewehe) rubbish in a variety of ways whether it is according to its properties or by the recycling codes.

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  • Recycling and biodegradability including articles, activities, interactives and citizen science opportunities

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