Reducing your Waste in Central Geelong

There are ways to reduce your waste, especially with the alarming statistics on waste. Central Geelong has a few places where you can dispose of unwanted items. Batteries disposal drop off location: Over two-thirds of the 350,000,000 Batteries that are purchased in Australia each year end up in landfills. Batteries are the most common type of hazardous waste. Visit the customer service location of the City for free disposal.

Reducing your Waste

Covers for CDs, DVDs, and other media:

All parts of your CDs and DVDs are recyclable. CD covers and discs can be used to make concrete. DVD covers can be turned into garden pots, outdoor furniture and containers for worm farms. Even the soft plastic sleeves from DVD covers can be used as bin liners.

You can recycle them by dropping them off at any of the Customer Service Centres in the City.

Mobile Phones

In Australia, there are over 23 million unused mobiles hidden in drawers and cupboards. Five million of those phones are damaged and not working. More than 95% of mobile phone resources can be recovered and returned to supply chains to make new products.

The mobile phones and their accessories are not degradable but are recyclable. They should not be thrown away in the garbage because they contain hazardous substances that, if they are not handled properly, can damage the environment.

The list below shows Central Geelong businesses where you can recycle your phone.

Telstra Store – Geelong CBD – Telstra Store Geelong CBD, a retail outlet in Geelong’s CBD, offers a variety of telecommunications products and services. Customers can sign up for internet and mobile plans, purchase the latest smartphones, tablets and accessories and also buy the latest mobile devices. Customers can also get help with device troubleshooting and account management. Telstra Store Geelong CBD also participates in MobileMuster, which allows customers to recycle old mobile phones and accessories. The store is conveniently located in Geelong CBD, making it easily accessible for both locals and tourists. The Telstra Store is the best place in Geelong CBD to find a new phone, get help with your Telstra account or recycle your old one.
Westfield Geelong – Vodafone Store – The Vodafone store at Westfield Geelong offers an easy way to recycle old mobile phones with the MobileMuster. Vodafone supports this program that allows customers to recycle their old mobile phones and accessories. MobileMuster is an Australian government-accredited service that ensures devices are recycled in an environmentally friendly way, keeping harmful e-waste out of landfills. Vodafone Store in Westfield Geelong offers a variety of services and products, including mobile plans and accessories. It also provides customer support, such as troubleshooting, for account management and other issues. Customers can recycle their old phones at the store located in Westfield Geelong while they are shopping or doing errands.
Optus Store – Westfield Geelong – The Optus Store in Westfield, Geelong is a convenient place to recycle your old mobile phone through the MobileMuster programme. Optus supports this initiative that allows customers to recycle their old phones and accessories in an environmentally friendly manner. MobileMuster recycles materials and dismantles devices in a safe manner to protect the environment and reduce e-waste. Optus Store in Westfield Geelong provides a range of services including phone recycling and mobile phone sales. It also offers prepaid and Postpaid plans, accessories and expert assistance for device setup and account maintenance. The Optus Store is conveniently located in the Westfield Geelong Shopping Center, making it easy for customers who want to recycle old phones.
Telstra Store – Westfield Geelong – The Telstra Store in Westfield Geelong provides a convenient way to recycle your old mobile phone through the MobileMuster programme. This national initiative, supported by Telstra, allows customers to drop off their unwanted phones, chargers, and accessories for free, environmentally friendly recycling. MobileMuster makes sure that all devices collected are responsibly processed, reducing electronic waste and minimising the environmental impact. Telstra Store in Westfield Geelong offers a variety of services including phone recycling and telecommunications plans. Customers can also get help with account management, device repair, and troubleshooting. The store is conveniently located in the Westfield Geelong Shopping Center, making it an easy stop for those looking to recycle old devices and take care of their mobile or telecommunications requirements.
Mobiles Kiosk Malop Street – The Malop Street kiosk in Central Geelong offers a convenient way to recycle your old mobile phone. The kiosk is part of the mobile user recycling program and allows customers to recycle their old phones, chargers, or accessories. The program makes sure that the devices are dismantled properly and the materials recycled. This reduces e-waste while protecting the environment. The Mobiles Kiosk, located in a busy area of the city, is an ideal stop for anyone looking to get rid of their old phone while in the city. The kiosk offers mobile phone accessories and services in addition to recycling. It is a one-stop shop for everything mobile. The Mobiles Kiosk in Malop Street offers Geelong residents a convenient option to upgrade or recycle their old devices.
Telstra Business Centre – The Telstra Business Centre is located in Central Geelong and offers an easy way to recycle your old mobile phones with the MobileMuster programme. Telstra supports this initiative that allows businesses and individuals to recycle their old phones and accessories for free. MobileMuster recycles devices in a responsible and environmentally friendly manner. This reduces electronic waste while supporting sustainability. Telstra Business Centre is located in Geelong and offers a variety of services for business customers. These include mobile phone sales, telecommunications, and business plans. Telstra Business Centre in Geelong is an excellent option for locals who want to dispose of their old mobile phones responsibly.

Electronic Waste Recycling

Computers and Televisions

Officeworks, located in Central Geelong offers both small businesses and households the chance to recycle their old electronic devices, computers, accessories and printers for free. Officeworks, as part of its commitment to sustainability offers a Free e-Waste Recycling Program. Customers can drop off a variety of electronic items including computers, printers and cables. The service is offered at all Officeworks stores and ensures that the electronic waste is recycled or repurposed environmentally. Officeworks offers a cost-free and convenient way to recycle electronic devices, whether you are upgrading your home office equipment or clearing out old tech. This initiative reduces e-waste and helps to create a sustainable future for our community.

Cartridges for Printers

Customers can recycle their used inkjet cartridges and toner at Officeworks, located in Central Geelong. The store accepts cartridges for printers and fax machines as well as photocopiers. This recycling service accepts inkjet and laser toner cartridges as well as bottles of toner. It is a convenient way to dispose of these items. Customers can reduce landfill waste by participating in the program and helping recycle valuable materials such as metals and plastics that can be used to make new products. Officeworks is a partner of programs such as Planet Ark Cartridges 4 Planet Ark that ensures these cartridges will be processed for recycling and not end up in landfills.

Recycle Old Plastic Bags

You can recycle plastic bags only by placing them in the special market bins located at selected Coles and Woolworths shops.

One of the recycling supermarkets is Coles.

Coffee Pods

Aluminium is infinitely recyclable. Every Nespresso capsule that has been used can be recycled. Give your capsules a second life, by returning them to Nespresso via the national recycling network which includes Smellies Flower.

Smellies always have capsule recycling boxes available in the store. Just come in and say “hi”, then drop off your used pods.

Clothing, Household Goods and

Market Square Shopping Centre has four recycling stations where Geelong residents can drop off unwanted clothing and household items. Stations are conveniently located at every level of the parking garage, making them easily accessible to all customers. Market Square, GDP Industries (Geelong Disabled People’s) Industries, and Southern Cross Recycling have partnered to create the Recycle with Mondo stations for a Better World. GDP Industries collects the goods for its recycling program and wants to expand its services to create new jobs. Accepted items include mobile phones and kitchenware as well as toys, accessories, clothes, footwear, and clothing.

Save your old runners! Save Our Soles recycles old sneakers and sports shoes to keep them from ending up in landfills, where 25 million pairs of sports shoes end up every year. Drop off your old shoes at Rebel Sport Geelong. The recycled materials are used to make new gym mats and flooring, as well as playgrounds.

Recycling clothes

Central Geelong’s op shops are a great way to reduce clothing waste and fund local charities. Spring cleaning is encouraged during National Op Shop Week, from September 30th to October 6th. You can also find vintage bargains at Central Geelong’s three op shops throughout the year.

Australian Red Cross Clothing
Geelong Hospital Auxiliary Op Shop
Salvation Army Family Store

Worm Farms and compost bins in Central Geelong

Feeding your food scraps into a worm farm or combining your garden waste with your food scraps and placing them in a bin of compost is a fun way to reduce waste.

Compost can be made from food scraps, garden waste and other organic materials.

Reducing your Waste in Central Geelong