• Saturday 09 Aug 2025
  • 10.30am – 1pm
  • Gate 2B University of Waikato

Drop off your old electronics for free and help reduce e-waste. Open to the public—personal items only.

We are partnering with Hamilton City Council to provide a free e-waste drop off day to encourage responsible recycling and disposal of electronic waste. Swing by and drop off your e-waste—easy, fast, and good for the planet. Open to all members of the public.

Accepted items include:

  • TVs, computers and laptops
  • Mobile phones and tablets
  • Keyboards, mice, and accessories
  • Small electronics (cameras, game consoles, etc.)
  • Small household appliances (microwaves, blenders, etc)
  • Household batteries
  • Old vapes and e-cigarettes

We cannot accept large appliances (fridges, stoves, washing machines etc), hazardous materials, furniture, light bulbs, household waste, or commercial volumes.

This event is for the disposal of personal e-waste only.

For collection of unused university-owned equipment, contact the Service Desk on 07 838 4008.

Community e-waste drop-off day Saturday 9 August from 10am to 1pm at the University of Waikato's Gate 2B. We are partnering with Hamilton City Council to provide a FREE e-waste drop-off event to encourage responsible recycling and disposal of electronic waste.