Batteries
Never bin your batteries
Improperly disposing of used batteries in general waste or recycling bins poses a serious fire risk. They often end up in landfill, where they can leak hazardous substances that contaminate waterways and harm ecosystems.
Regular AA & Other Size Batteries
Standard size handheld batteries used to power household items including AA, AAA, C, D, 9V, 6V lantern etc.
How to dispose of regular batteries
1. Tape the ends of your batteries.
Ensure batteries like AA have terminals at both ends taped with clear tape. Completely cover all exposed metal on 9-volt batteries.
2. Store used batteries in a glass container
Make sure the container is not airtight as pressure can build up.
3. Drop-off your batteries to local CRC
Community Recycling Centre (CRC):
Gunnedah Waste Management Facility
418 Quia Road, Gunnedah NSW 2380
Community Recycling Stations:
- The Cultural Precinct
- Gunnedah Shire Library
- Carroll Rural Waste Facility
- Curlewis Rural Waste Facility
- Mullaley Transfer Station
- Tambar Springs Transfer Station
Learn more about taping batteries at the B-cycle website.
Button Batteries
Small coin-sized batteries used to power devices such as hearing aids, remote controls, watches etc.
How to dispose of button batteries
1. Completely enclose all metal with tape.
2. Store used batteries in a glass container
Make sure the container is not airtight as pressure can build up.
3. Drop-off your batteries to local CRC
Community Recycling Centre (CRC):
Gunnedah Waste Management Facility
418 Quia Road, Gunnedah NSW 2380
Community Recycling Stations:
- The Cultural Precinct
- Gunnedah Shire Library
- Carroll Rural Waste Facility
- Curlewis Rural Waste Facility
- Mullaley Transfer Station
- Tambar Springs Transfer Station
Learn more about taping batteries at the B-cycle website.
Rechargeable Batteries
Standard size handheld rechargeable batteries of all chemistry types up to 5kg.
How to dispose of rechargeable batteries
1. Ensure metal parts are covered with tape
2. Store used batteries in a glass container
Make sure the container is not airtight as pressure can build up.
3. Drop-off your batteries to local CRC
Community Recycling Centre (CRC):
Gunnedah Waste Management Facility
418 Quia Road, Gunnedah NSW 2380
Community Recycling Stations:
- The Cultural Precinct
- Gunnedah Shire Library
- Carroll Rural Waste Facility
- Curlewis Rural Waste Facility
- Mullaley Transfer Station
- Tambar Springs Transfer Station
Learn more about taping batteries at the B-cycle website.
Easily Removable Batteries
Batteries in products that can be removed by the consumer such as power tools, digital cameras.
How to dispose of rechargeable batteries
1. Ensure all exposed metal parts are covered with tape
3. Drop-off your batteries to local CRC
Community Recycling Centre (CRC):
Gunnedah Waste Management Facility
418 Quia Road, Gunnedah NSW 2380
Learn more about taping batteries at the B-cycle website.
Lead Acid Batteries (Car Batteries)
Lead acid batteries such as car batteries can be recycled and should be taken to a drop off point.
How to dispose of lead acid batteries
1. Drop-off your batteries to local CRC
Community Recycling Centre (CRC):
Gunnedah Waste Management Facility
418 Quia Road, Gunnedah NSW 2380
Community Recycling Stations:
- Carroll Rural Waste Facility
- Curlewis Rural Waste Facility
- Mullaley Transfer Station
- Tambar Springs Transfer Station
Mobile Phones and Mobile Phone Batteries
Drop off your old mobile phone for free recycling at the following locations:
Community Recycling Centre (CRC):
Gunnedah Waste Management Facility
418 Quia Road, Gunnedah NSW 2380
Community Recycling Stations:
- The Cultural Precinct
- Gunnedah Shire Library
- Carroll Rural Waste Facility
- Curlewis Rural Waste Facility
- Mullaley Transfer Station
- Tambar Springs Transfer Station
Embedded Batteries
Products with in-built batteries, known as "embedded batteries", are increasingly prevalent in our everyday lives. Chances are you might not even be aware of how many embedded batteries are in your home.
Products accepted at the embedded batteries trial sites
Common items you might have at home that contain an embedded battery are:
- Bluetooth speakers and headphones
- electric toothbrushes
- e-scooters, e-bikes and hover boards
- flashing/light up toys – particularly wands or other hard plastic products
- personal care devices (eg. shavers)
- powerpacks and portable charging devices
- remote controlled and ride-on toys
- vacuum cleaners (cordless hand-held and robotic)
- vapes
- wearable devices such as smart watches, trackers and medical aids.
Where can I dispose of embedded batteries?
There are now 34 Community Recycling Centres participating in the embedded batteries trial. Each location has varying operating times. It is recommended that you check your local facility or visit cleanout.com.au before your trip.
Community Recycling Centre trial site
Tamworth Waste Management Facility
123A Forest Road.
Tamworth
Armidale Waste Management Facility
108 Long Swamp Road,
Armidale