You can recycle many types of household batteries at B-cycle drop-off locations around NSW.
Accepted batteries include:
- standard size handheld batteries including AA, AAA, C, D, 9V, 6V and lantern batteries
- button batteries used in hearing aids, remote controls and watches
- standard size handheld rechargeable batteries of all chemistry types
- easily removable batteries found in power tools, e-bikes and digital cameras.
If you have more than 1kg of batteries, call the drop-off location to see if they accept the types and quantity at that location.
Batteries that can't be recycled at B-cycle drop-off locations include:
- Mobile phone batteries
- Laptop or TV batteries
- Lead acid batteries
- Exit lighting.
B-cycle is a national battery recycling initiative supported by the government.
Last updated: 6 September 2024