Free E-Waste Recycling
Act Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow
Recycling your e-waste is a simple way to make a huge difference! By recycling your old, unwanted electronics – like TVs and laptops – you’ll help minimise landfill waste and conserve valuable resources. Offering free e-waste collection at participating Harvey Norman locations across Australia, Ecycle Solutions is a trusted partner of the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme (NTCRS).
Recycle your e-waste in 3 simple steps
1. Find your nearest Harvey Norman free drop-off point through the online directory.
2. Bring your accepted e-waste items.
3. They’ll be responsibly recycled through accredited processes.
Why recycle e-waste?
Generating a jaw-dropping 539,000 tonnes of e-waste each year – that's a whopping 21.7kg per person – Australia’s e-waste is piling up fast, with valuable materials that could be reused and harmful substances that need responsible management. By taking the time to recycle your old TVs, computers, printers and accessories, you can help reduce landfill waste, conserving natural resources, and supporting a circular economy. Plus, it’s free!
Where does your e-waste go?
Your e-waste is repurposed into a second life, thanks to accredited recyclers. They extract valuable materials and transform them into shiny new products, significantly cutting down on environmental harm. It's a win-win for you and the planet!
Delete your data before drop-off!
Before recycling your device, you are responsible for permanently deleting any personal data stored on it.
This includes laptops, desktop computers, external hard drives, and other IT equipment that may contain personal information.
Ensure that you:
- Back up any files you wish to keep
- Sign out of accounts and remove passwords
- Perform a factory reset or secure data wipe
- Remove hard drives or storage media where appropriate
Harvey Norman does not manage data on recycled devices. Any personal information left on a device remains the customer’s responsibility.
Ecycle Solutions: Driving sustainable e-waste recycling
A trusted co-regulator of the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme (NTCRS), Ecycle Solutions provides an entirely free and responsible e-waste collection service at participating Harvey Norman locations Australia-wide. Ecycle Solutions partners with accredited recyclers to safely and sustainably process end-of-life electronics – reducing landfill waste and recovering valuable materials.
As part of their commitment to a circular economy, Ecycle Solutions proudly collaborates with recyclers who not only ensure responsible recycling but also create meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Together, they are building a more sustainable and socially inclusive future through innovative e-waste recycling solutions.
Ecycle Solutions proudly:
- Collects end-of-life products
- Facilitates recycling
- Reduces landfill waste
- Supports environmental sustainability
- Creates employment
- Engages in community initiatives
Enjoy free recycling of your:
The Lifecycle of e-waste
1. Drop-off e-waste
It all begins when you drop off your unwanted electronics at participating Harvey Norman stores.
2. Transported to recycler
From here, collected e-waste is safely transported to dedicated recycling facilities across the country.
3. Unloaded & sorted
After arriving at the recycling facility, each e-waste item is unloaded then weighed and sorted.
4. Disassembly & separation
Skilled workers then dismantle each device by hand, removing batteries, cords, and hazardous components to ensure safe processing.
5. Resource recovery
Recovered materials like copper, aluminum, steel, plastic, and precious metals are then collected and sent for repurposing into new products.
6. Circular economy
These recovered resources are given a second life – used to create new electronics, building materials, automotive parts, and more!
7. Environmental impact
Every device you recycle helps reduce landfill, conserve natural resources, and protect our environment. Together, we’re working toward a more sustainable future.
1. Drop-off e-waste
It all begins when you drop off your unwanted electronics at participating Harvey Norman stores.
2. Transported to recycler
From here, collected e-waste is safely transported to dedicated recycling facilities across the country.
3. Unloaded & sorted
After arriving at the recycling facility, each e-waste item is unloaded then weighed and sorted.
4. Disassembly & separation
Skilled workers then dismantle each device by hand, removing batteries, cords, and hazardous components to ensure safe processing.
5. Resource recovery
Recovered materials like copper, aluminum, steel, plastic, and precious metals are then collected and sent for repurposing into new products.
6. Circular economy
These recovered resources are given a second life – used to create new electronics, building materials, automotive parts, and more!
7. Environmental impact
Every device you recycle helps reduce landfill, conserve natural resources, and protect our environment. Together, we’re working toward a more sustainable future.
FAQs
- What is e-waste?
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E-waste refers to discarded electronic and electrical items such as computers, TVs, laptops, scanners, computer accessories, hard drives, and printers. Responsible recycling of these items is critical to minimise environmental impact.
- How is e-waste managed in Australia?
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E-waste in Australia is managed through adherence to government regulations as well as industry-led recycling programs, and local council initiatives. The National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme (NTCRS) ensures responsible collection and processing of selected electronic products.
- What percentage of Australian e-waste is recycled?
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Currently, only about 50% of Australia’s e-waste is collected for recycling, with the remainder ending up in landfill or being illegally exported. Efforts are underway to improve recovery rates and expand recycling programs.
- Is there a fee for recycling e-waste?
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Under the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme (NTCRS), Ecycle Solutions provides free recycling for eligible TVs, computers, and computer accessories.
- Where can I recycle my e-waste in Australia?
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E-waste can be recycled through Harvey Norman’s free drop-off points, council collection events, and industry-run programs like Ecycle Solutions.
- How do I remove my personal data before recycling my device?
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Before drop-off, you are responsible for permanently deleting all personal data on your device. This includes backing up files, signing out of accounts, removing passwords, performing a factory reset or secure data wipe, and removing hard drives or storage media where appropriate.
Refer to the manufacturer’s website for instructions on securely erasing data on your device.
- What happens to e-waste after it’s collected?
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E-waste is sorted, dismantled, and processed, recovering valuable materials for reuse, and safely managing hazardous components to prevent environmental impact.
- Are businesses required to recycle e-waste?
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Under the NTCRS, large importers and manufacturers of electronic products must contribute to e-waste recycling.
- What can I do to reduce e-waste?
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It’s so easy! You can reduce e-waste by giving unwanted electronics a second life and recycling old devices through responsible programs.
Device Repair Drop Off
Is your Samsung device acting up? You can drop it off at selected Harvey Norman stores, now authorised as repair drop-off locations – even if you didn’t buy it at Harvey Norman! The in-store techteam will assess your device, coordinate repairs with Samsung service technicians, and let you know as soon as it's ready to collect.
