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Those pink and grey recycling boxes: Ara has questions

Getting the hang of it yet?

One of the biggest questions many of us have since the pink and grey curbside recycling boxes were rolled out recently is: What are flexible plastics?

Watch the video with Ara from Beach Mornings on 103.1 Beach Radio.

And here's a quick check list for what goes in that pink bin:

  • Plastic bags (used for bread, produce, or bulk foods)  
  • Overwrap (used to wrap toilet paper, paper towels and soft drinks)  
  • Stand-up and zipper lock pouches (used for granola, grains or dried fruit)  
  • Crinkly wrappers and bags (used for cereal, chips, pasta)   
  • Packaging with a plastic seal (used for sandwich meats and sliced cheese)  
  • Plastic net bags (for produce and rice)   
  • Plastic protective packaging (bubble wrap) 

For any questions click here.

Published 2026-07-10 by Glenn Hicks

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