Christchurch council takes hard line on recycling rule breakers
Almost 1500 Christchurch households could soon have their recycling bins confiscated as the city council cracks down on people who refuse to separate their waste.
About 180 yellow wheelie bins have already been removed and the council has sent final warnings to another 1450 residents.
To get the bins back, they will have to pay $97.65 and sign a statement promising to abide by the rules. Their bins will be monitored to make sure they keep that promise.
Christchurch City Council has spent close to $1.5 million sending almost 1500 truckloads of contaminated material from yellow bins to landfill since May. That equates to about 41 per cent of all yellow bins.
Do you agree with council's strict recycling approach? Let us know below.
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from mountains to sea,
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I’m far from most but close in heart—
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a world apart?
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Ōtukaikino - Living Memorial Service
Join us for an afternoon of music, song and remembrance, as we remember our loved ones at Ōtukaikino. Our annual ceremony is unique in that it is conducted outdoors and will be held rain or shine. You are welcome to bring your family and friends. Car parking is provided and refreshments will be served. You may need warm clothing and sturdy footwear.
It will be held on Sunday 23rd February at 2pm at 985 Main North Road, Belfast.
Chicken nuggets recall
A popular Pam's frozen food has been recalled.
What you need to know:
- Pams brand Tempura Coated Chicken Nuggets (1kg) have been recalled by Foodstuffs.
- The product may contain foreign matter (blue rubber).
- This product is sold at Four Square, Gilmours, New World, Pak’nSave and Social Supermarket stores throughout New Zealand.
- The affected batch has the marking of Best Before: 16 Oct 2025
- The issue was raised following a customer complaint.
- Customers should return the product to their retailer for a full refund.
For other recent food/product recalls, check our list here.
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