Belrose residents will have the opportunity to recycle their unwanted tech devices and household batteries as Officeworks hosts a Recycling Pop-Up Day at its HomeCo Belrose store. The initiative aims to divert electronic waste from landfill, aligning with Officeworks’ broader commitment to sustainability.
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A Push for a Greener Future in Belrose
Officeworks Belrose is continuing its mission to promote responsible waste management with its latest Recycling Pop-Up Day. The event is part of Officeworks’ ongoing People and Planet Positive initiative, designed to help Australians dispose of electronic waste responsibly. Previous pop-up events have seen significant success, collecting up to 933kg of e-waste and 18kg of batteries in a single day.
Belrose residents are encouraged to participate in the upcoming event by bringing old tech devices for recycling, preventing these materials from ending up in landfill.
Event Details and Accepted Items
The Recycling Pop-Up Day will take place on Saturday, 22 March 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Officeworks HomeCo Belrose Car Park, located at 4/6 Niangala Close.
Residents can drop off various electronic items, including:
- Computers
- Video equipment
- Game consoles
- Cameras
- Televisions
- Printers
- Hard drives
- Phones
- Ink and toner cartridges
Important Notice: Customers are reminded to wipe all personal data from their devices before recycling.
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Officeworks’ Commitment to Sustainability
Since launching its Bring It Back program in 2015, Officeworks has diverted more than 11,000 tonnes of e-waste from landfill. The program focuses on repairing, repurposing, and recycling electronic waste to support a circular economy, reducing environmental impact by extending the life cycle of products.
Although Officeworks no longer accepts batteries in-store, residents can find alternative drop-off locations via the B-cycle website at bcycle.com.au.
Expanding Recycling Options Beyond Electronics
In addition to tech recycling, Officeworks offers a Pen and Marker Recycling Program, allowing schools and individuals to recycle used pens, markers, highlighters, and correction tape. Schools can also register for a recycling box to collect these items and participate in a rewards program.
Other recyclable materials accepted in-store include:
- Ink & toner cartridges
- USBs and hard drives
- CDs and DVDs
- Pens and markers
However, Officeworks does not accept mobile phones, consumer electronics such as toasters and hair dryers, or standard household batteries.
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Community Engagement and Future Outlook
Belrose residents are increasingly aware of responsible waste management. Events like the Officeworks Recycling Pop-Up Day help encourage sustainable habits. By making e-waste recycling more accessible, Officeworks continues to strengthen its commitment to reducing landfill waste and supporting the circular economy.
For future Recycling Pop-Up Days across Australia, check the Officeworks event schedule at officeworks.com.au/recycling.
Published 18-Mar-2025