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Turbo-charging tomatoes with Auckland’s food scraps
Thanks to a technology called anaerobic digestion, Aucklanders’ food scraps now provide renewable energy to help power the tomatoes that may very well end up on Aucklanders’ plates.

More than 24 tonnes of construction waste diverted from landfill
A construction waste solutions programme funded by Waitematā Local Board has diverted 24,600kg from landfill so far.

Turnip the Beet: Cook up savings with better meal planning
The average New Zealand household wastes $1,500 worth of food each year—that’s the equivalent of three full shopping trolleys of groceries!

Give old items a new life: book your inorganic collection
Fine summer weather is the perfect time for a clear-out of household items you don’t need anymore.

8 ways to a waste-less Christmas
This Christmas, save money and reduce stress by cutting out waste.

Tips for a Zero Waste Festive Season
Celebrate a waste-free festive season this summer with these top tips to protect the environment and keep Auckland beautiful.

Over 10,000 tonnes recycled at Waiuku Community Recycling Centre’s 10-year mark
This month, Auckland’s first official Community Recycling Centre (CRC), Zero Waste Waiuku is celebrating 10 years of operation.

Youth in South Auckland win award for waste saving efforts
1.5tonnes of waste saved from landfills thanks to The Food Hub gang - in Papatoetoe, a great example of locals having the solutions for their community.