Electronic waste
Computers and electronics are becoming the world's fastest growing source of waste. There are many toxic materials found in e-waste. Help prevent toxic materials going to landfill by recycling your old computers, TVs and accessories by taking them to Council's Waste Management Depot.
Where: 31 Sefton Road, Thornleigh
Times: 9am to 4pm (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday) AND 9am to 7:30pm (Tuesday)
No goods will be accepted outside these collection times.
This collection is only for Hornsby Shire residents (proof required). We can only accept household quantities.
For further information call Council’s Waste Hotline on 9847 4856.
Important information about e-waste
Due to a recent ban on sending CRT glass overseas, Council's costs for e-waste recycling have increased significantly. Until the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme beings, Council has had to review what items can be accepted.
To be able to continue an e-waste recycling system for Hornsby residents, Council can now accept only computers, TV's and accessories. Please check the list below before dropping off your items. Please also note that WE DO NOT take empty computer cases, we only accept complete units.
We will also only accept personal-use items from residents, not equipment from companies or home businesses. Please note you will need to provide proof of address.
| Accepted items | Unacceptable items |
We accept the following items:
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We cannot accept the following items:
These items can be disposed of through the kerbside cleanup service. |
Alternatively you can donate your old PC computers and accessories to Technical Aid to the Disabled NSW, where they will be refurbished and loaned to people with disabilities.
Dell's recycling program also accepts all computer makes and models.
Businesses should visit Planet Ark's website businessrecycling.com.au. On this site you’ll find national and local re-use and recycling options for electronics, cardboard, food scraps, plastics, packaging, construction waste and much more. Alternatively, for more information call the Business Recycling Hotline on 1300 763 768.