Why can't I recycle long life cartons?

Long life cartons also known as Tetra Paks (used to package long-life milk, alternative milks like soy and almond, juice, and various other liquids) are unfortunately not recyclable in WA.

They are made from paperboard with layers of plastic and aluminium, meaning they can't be processed by facilities here in Western Australia. Please place these items in the general waste bin along with the plastic lid.