Computer and Television Recycling

There are a few options for recycling an unwanted computer or television:

• Give Away: If a television is able to be upgraded to receive a digital signal, the reusables facilities at Mitchell and Mugga Lane Resource Management Centres may be interested in taking it for resale. Working computers may be also accepted for resale at these facilities. Tiny's Green Shed Southside at Mugga Lane can be contacted on: 0433 337 125 and Tiny's Green Shed Northside at Mitchell can be contacted on 0467 830 011. Charities and second-hand dealers who accept electrical items may also be able to help. Check the Yellow Pages for contact details or go to our listing at:
  Electrical Equipment Recycling Services.
  
  All Classifieds have a freebies section for advertising items that have no cost,and the local Freecycle web service may be of interest.
  
  
• Recycle: Unwanted computers and televisions can be delievered to the Mugga Lane and Mitchell Resource Management Centres for recycling. More information can be found on the TV and Computer Recycling page.
  Alternatively some businesses recycle televisions and computers The contact details for these businesses can be found on our website at: Electronic Waste Recycling Options

From Tuesday 15 May 2012, Canberrans will be able to dispose of their unwanted televisions and computers for free under the new National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme. Services will operate from the Mugga Lane and Mitchell Transfer Stations, which are open from 7.30 am to 5 pm seven days a week. The ACT is the first jurisdiction ready to implement the new scheme.