Glass-only in crates, no other crates will be collected from 27 April
From 27 April only recycling crates with nothing but glass will be collected.
Any other recyclables please reuse if possible, or place into the rubbish. For safety reasons we can't recommend you store your recycling for later, but if you choose to please make sure it is cleaned, especially if it's been in contact with food.
Here are some handy tips on reducing your waste during Level 4 and 3: sortwaste.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.
What's your favourite tomato recipe?
Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.
Moe mai rā, Nicholas.
We're sad to announce the passing of Nicholas Boyack, our Hutt Valley reporter who has long written for The Dominion Post, The Hutt News and Upper Hutt Leader.