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All sportsgrounds in Palmerston North remain closed. Please check with your school, club or sports association for any draw changes or cancellations. We'll review this status again tomorrow (Friday).

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Tips to reduce your waste

Small changes can make a big difference, and it's up to all of us to do our bit. On these pages you'll find lots of simple ideas for everyday changes you can make that will help to reduce the amount of waste you and your family produce.

Reduce your garden waste

Tips for reducing your garden waste.

Reduce your food waste

Tips for reducing food waste in your whare.

Reduce your waste at home

Take our waste-free house tour.

Reduce your waste while you're out

Tips for reducing waste while you're out and about.

Reduce your wastewater

Simple tips to help you reduce the amount of water going down the drain.

Get thrifty

How to turn your trash into someone else's treasure (and maybe make even make some extra pocket money).

Make your own compost

Everything you need to know to start making your own compost at home.

Refill your water bottle for free!

A list of places around Palmy where you can refill your water bottle for free.

Reduce your festive waste this Christmas

Tips for reducing your Christmas waste.

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