How did it all go so very wrong for straws?
The humble straw is becoming the latest target in the battle with plastic waste.
The humble straw is becoming the latest target in the battle with plastic waste.
Raise Up youth group focused on fostering a sustainable future for all.
The hidden cost to the Whanganui community may be an increase in fly-tipping
Kids can explore the interactive new exhibitions at Te Papa from Saturday.
COMMENT: Plastic bags aren't the problem, it's humans littering that's caused this.
Avoiding waste means doing a lot more than just recycling, Rachel Rose says
Here are some ways to have a holiday from plastics these school holidays — and beyond.
How do we know that rubbish is recycled?
Simon Upton wants confusion around biodegradable and compostable plastics cleared up.
COMMENT: I'm loving Countdown's new 15c stronger plastic fantastic bags.
COMMENT: Countdown's new bags are even bigger and thicker than the old ones.
In Vietnamese, subtle variations can dramatically change the meaning of a word.
COMMENT: If recycling is such a good idea why doesn't it pay its way?
Mike Hosking presents Mike's Minute where he discusses whether or not recycling is a scam. / Newstalk ZB
Peloton Against Plastic takes Winston Aldworth on a cycle ride for change.
Country doesn't want to be the world's dumping ground for plastic anymore.
Single-use plastic bags shouldn't be all that we ban. Here are five other pesky products.
Airlines experiment with alternative fuels but hydrocarbons are proving hard to replace.
China's new ban on many recyclables has caused bigger headaches than expected for NZ.
Newspapers intended for inmates said to be winding up with guards.
COMMENT: It is very important that the council is involved with waste collection.
Competing with more efficient private operators to do it is folly.
Plogging to keep NZ beautiful. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
From July 1 plastic bags will be gone and customers will be encouraged to take their own.
Stockpiled plastic a 'scary' nationwide problem. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Funding for mental health, first home buyers and public transport were high priorities
COMMENT: This move to ban just about everything needs to stop, it's out of control.
Tony Sundman's push to get Whanganui YMCA recycling lands him Thailand trip
Beware of the environmental and ethical pitfalls in choosing a coat, writes Alice Payne.