Safe battery disposal
What to do with used batteries.
Never put batteries and battery-powered devices in your bins at home.
When batteries are compacted in collection trucks or at waste facilities, they can start fires that pose serious safety risks to people and cause significant damage to local infrastructure.
Instead, take batteries to a nearby drop off point to dispose of them safely. This can be found using the Recycle Mate search below.
Note: Electric vehicle batteries are not accepted in this program. Contact the manufacturer for disposal options.
Funding acknowledgements
The initiative is proudly supported by the Queensland Government’s Local Government Battery Collection Program.
Where do I take my batteries?
Use Recycle Mate to find a safe battery drop off point near you. Type your battery type or item into the search function below to find your nearest drop off point.