News – Remix Plastic

Where should we send green bin organics? CCC Submission

September 16, 2023

You may have seen that the Christchurch City Council is taking feedback on our organics plant. Currently there is an issue with odor in the surroun...

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Make Liquid Soap from Soap Bars

July 25, 2023

This @plasticfreejuly we have been making liquid soap from scraps of soap bars because it makes less mess, makes the soap go further and my daughter prefers it.

So simple and great for all those wee ends of soap bars. The other option is to buy refill liquid soap from places like @earthlove_nz, @piko_wholefoods or Bin Inn.

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"I'm a Keeper, Sumner" Reusable Coffee Cup Scheme

July 25, 2023

The amazing Nikki Wallacebell has recently launched her "I'm a Keeper" reusable cup scheme in Sumner with Bonobo Cafe. With support from Sumner Com...

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New Recycled Material: Single-use Coffee Cup Lids!

July 04, 2023

New Zealanders use 295 million single use coffee cups each year. All of these end up in landfill or the environment - even if they say recyclable o...

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Upcoming Plastic Ban: What you need to know

June 19, 2023

For more information, visit the Government website. .

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Environmental Awareness Dates Calendar

May 22, 2023

Are you responsible for managing social media accounts for an organisation, running an environmentally-focused business, or perhaps a teacher looki...

The Story of Huia and Our Feather Earrings

April 09, 2023

In 1901, a huia feather was presented to the Duke of York, heir to the British throne, during his visit to Aotearoa New Zealand and in 2020 I gifte...

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Plastic Recycling in Christchurch

March 15, 2023

I often get asked where people can drop off plastics for recycling so I have pooled some resources here to help. Quick facts - Christchurch City C...

Submitting on the Draft Waste Management and Minimisation Bylaw 2023

February 15, 2023

I am never a fan of reading dense local or national government documents but I know that my knowledge and experience can have a decent impact if ...

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New Cat Pin

December 01, 2022

While fluffy and lovable, cats are also often sneaky, mischievous and temperamental. These pins are a humous way of conveying this strange love hat...