Waitakere Transfer Station now charging for Mattresses

Due to the length of time it takes for a mattress to break down in landfills, Waitakere Transfer Station (50 The Concourse, Henderson) had made the decision to now charge for mattresses.

Ak Council Waitakere Transfer Station info:

https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/rubbish-recycling/Pages/recycle-organisation.aspx?ListItemId=113

 

China’s Ban on Recycling and Waste

Due to China placing an import ban on recycling and waste, stockpiles throughout New Zealand are growing and as a result the cost to NZ Businesses is increasing as this cost of recycling continues to grow.

Here’s where it’s ending up:

https://i.stuff.co.nz/environment/103503306/china-has-stopped-taking-our-recycling-and-waste-heres-where-its-ending-up

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