What to do with your e-waste?
E-waste refers to discarded electronic devices that are no longer functional or wanted, including computers, laptops, tablets, mobile phones, televisions, printers, and small household appliances.
Improper disposal can release hazardous substances like lead, mercury, cadmium, and lithium into the environment, posing risks to human health and ecosystems
In the ACT, e-waste can be taken to Mugga Lane Resource Management Centre and Mitchell Resource Management Centre, both open daily from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm, except on Good Friday and Christmas Day.
Retailers such as JB Hi-Fi, Officeworks, and Harvey Norman participate in take-back programs, allowing customers to drop off old electronics for free recycling.
The ACT government also organizes mobile e-waste collection events for temporary drop-off locations.
