Do Ya Bit - Waste

Do Ya Bit's waste advice can help you with a range of waste topics. Whether you want to learn more about composting, worm farming, which products to buy to avoid waste or want to know what to do with hazardous waste products, contact us on 0800 326 628 or email doyabit@ecomatters.org.nz.

Shopping

When you’re out shopping consider what the packing is made from – is it recyclable, is there an option with less or no packaging? Research the companies product you’re buying support businesses that are trying to reduce their environmental impact.

Reusing

Think before you throw - could it have a second life? Can someone else reuse it? Drop it off at your local Salvation Army or second hand shop, or list your items on one of the many 'reuse' websites where your 'stuff' will go to a good home.

Composting

Kitchen scraps, lawn clippings, cardboard, newspaper, toilet rolls and cooked food are all ideal ingredients for the perfect compost brew. Around half the “waste” that goes to landfill in New Zealand is a compostable resource. There are composting systems galore - worm farms, hot composting, slow composting or bokashi - you're sure to find something to suit your household