Our Services
E-Waste
Turn old electronics into new opportunities
At Resource Collective, we’re passionate about giving electronics a second life and keeping as much as possible from landfills. We accept various electronic waste items, whether working or not, including computers, laptops, mobile devices, electronic cables, etc.
Some items do incur a recycling or processing fee. While computer e-waste and batteries don’t need to be in working condition, most other electronics must be clean, free of rust or mould, and fully functional.
That’s because items in good condition are tested, tagged, and sold in our retail store, helping us fund our broader sustainability efforts.
We want to be clear: we’re not a dump.
By sorting and understanding what’s accepted and why, you directly support our mission to divert waste from landfills and build a more circular, community-focused economy.
E-waste we accept:
Computers, laptops & mobile devices
Drop off your used laptops, desktops, or phones, working or not!
Computer screens & TVs (CRT, plasma, LCD)
We accept broken or outdated monitors and TVs. Fees may apply.
Printers, fax machines & scanners
Outdated printer, dusty fax machine, or broken scanner? We’ll dismantle or reuse them with care.
Stereos & music devices
Give old stereos, radios, or music systems a new life. Working units are tested and sold, while non-working parts are carefully recovered and recycled.
Modems, motherboards & computer e-waste
From motherboards to modems, these tech bits are pure e-waste gold. We carefully dismantle them in our inclusive workshop and send them to Echo Tech for recycling.
Electronic cables (any kind)
Power cords, USBs, HDMI or mystery cables, want them all. Cables are sorted, stripped, and reused or recycled to support zero-waste goals.
E-waste donation checklist:
- Items are clean.
- All batteries removed from devices before drop-off.
- Check our drop-off charges list for any recycling fees.
- Items are packed securely to avoid damage during transport (optional but appreciated).
- Please wipe personal data (phones, laptops) if possible.
- We can't accept items that are wet or leaking.
- We can't accept items with non-removable batteries still inside.
- Get in touch with our team before dropping off unique or bulky items. We're happy to help.
E-waste donation FAQ
E-waste mainly consists of tech stuff, such as computers, laptops, TVs, printers, cell phones, stereos, and devices with screens or circuit boards.
Yes, bring them in! We accept broken TVs and monitors, so there is no problem. Note: there is a recycling charge for these.
Some items might have a small fee to help cover safe recycling. Just ask our team when you arrive or check our current list.
Nope! Working or not, we’ll take them off your hands.
Yes, please! We take all kinds of parts, such as cables, keyboards, hard drives, and more.
We sort and send it to specialist recyclers who recover the useful bits and safely handle the rest. Items are dismantled where possible and go to Echo Tech in Auckland to be processed further. Our charges are to cover some of the recycling charges and transport to get e-waste to Auckland. These charges are quite large, so even if we wanted to take this for free, we can’t afford to. Nothing goes to landfill if we can help it.
We recommend wiping your data before dropping off devices. But if you’re not sure how to do it, don’t worry. All of our e-waste is sent to Echo Tech. These guys are amazing, and they ensure that all data on devices are wiped clean.
We accept a wide variety of goods, from homewares and furniture to e-waste, batteries, e-waste, and garden tools. Items are cleaned, tested, repurposed, or sold, giving them a second life while reducing what goes to landfill.
E-Waste
Computers & laptops
Mobile devices
Computer screens & TVs
Printers, fax machines, scanners
Stereos & music devices
Modems & motherboards
Computer e-waste
Electronic cables
Building/Renovation
Tiles
Bricks & pavers
Aluminium windows & doors
Gib & timber
Cement & grout
Offcuts
Kitchen cabinets & vanities
Paint
Whiteware
Fridges
Freezers
Freestanding ovens
Clothes dryers
Microwaves
Air fryers
Batteries
Household batteries
Button cell batteries
Rechargeable batteries
Alkaline batteries
Lithium batteries
Car batteries
Motorbike & lawn mower batteries
UPS batteries
E-bike & mobility scooter batteries
Power tool batteries
Homewares
Furniture
Kitchenware
Small appliances
Home décor
Cushions & soft furnishings
Bathroom accessories
Toys & games
Storage containers
Heaters & fans
Wall clocks & decorative pieces
Tools
Power tools
Hand tools
Toolboxes & kits
Lawnmowers & small garden equipment
Drill bits, blades & accessories
Cables, cords & chargers
Nuts, bolts & fasteners
Industrial tools
Machinery
Measuring & layout tools
Outdoors
Bikes
Lawnmowers & trimmers
Outdoor furniture
Plant pots & planters
Garden tools
Outdoor umbrellas
Sporting goods
Garden ornaments & décor
Outdoor BBQs
Greenwaste
Potted plants
Seedlings & seed trays
Plants with roots
Seeds
Plastic pots & planters
Tree & shrub trimmings