**Plastic recycling changes - 1 July**
From 1 July your kerbside collection company and transfer stations will only accept plastic types 1,2 and 5 for recycling. These types make up 87% of plastics and can be recycled in New Zealand into useful products.
Plastics numbered 3, 4, 6 & 7 cannot be recycled in NZ and will no longer be collected at the kerb. Please put them in your general rubbish bin. There are no changes to other types of recycling that will be collected such as paper and cardboard, glass and cans.
You can read more about why these changes are happening and what plastics 1, 2 & 5 are here: www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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85.6% Yes
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13.2% No
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1.2% Other - I'll share below
Food Recall: Equal brand European Dark Chocolate
A specific batch of Equal brand European Dark Chocolate is being recalled due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).
People with a milk allergy or intolerance should not consume this product. If you are not allergic or intolerant to milk, this recall does not affect you.
READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...
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