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I recently made a post here about recycling computers which got a lot of feedback and response. I thought I’d expand that by giving some general directions for recycling, not just computers, but electronic equipment and other kinds of materials. As I noted in that post, Dave from RecycleIT in … View moreI recently made a post here about recycling computers which got a lot of feedback and response. I thought I’d expand that by giving some general directions for recycling, not just computers, but electronic equipment and other kinds of materials. As I noted in that post, Dave from RecycleIT in Frankton (www.recycleit.co.nz, 0276295000) is the man to talk to if you’ve got some old computer equipment you’re looking to get rid of. It doesn’t matter whether or not it’s working. He will reuse, recycle and/or strip computer equipment for parts, and in some cases will even do pickup’s from your address.
The caveat to that is CRT monitors and TV screens (the big old clunky ones). Those need to be taken into the dump shop at the refuse centre (the dump) in Frankton, where a $5 fee will ensure they are recycled properly (this style of monitor contains many harmful substances like lead and mercury). As far as I know these are not taken with the inorganic rubbish collections. Other electronics, like metal waste in general, can be taken into most metal recyclers and exchanged for a bit of pocket change – I personally use Scrap Palace in Hamilton. This includes items like dishwashers, stereos and rusty old heaters.
As for the rest, here’s some places to take stuff:
Batteries (car or otherwise): Most metal recyclers will take these.
Clothing/Toys/Bikes/etc: I tend to drop off to the Sallies, but there's Hospice shops, Red Cross, you name it.
Clean rags/scrap material: Either the SPCA in Te Rapa (they get used for cleaning cages), or a local car mechanic might need rags on an ongoing basis to get the grease off their hands.
Food scraps: Know a pig farmer? (Or dig a square compost hole next to the garden, line the sides and top with wood to keep the rats out)
Cardboard/paper: The recycling collection services in the Waikato/Waipa will pick up a box of paper/cardboard approximately the size of your recycling bin, as well as what’s in your recycling bin. Just flatten any boxes.
General items/materials: Sometimes trademe is useful if the stuff is valuable, but if it’s not (or you’ve been burned by trademe in the past), Freecycle is an online recycling network where you can list stuff you want to get rid of, as well as stuff you want - anything from wooden pallets to computer monitors. The Hamilton group is here: groups.freecycle.org...
The main reason for writing this was the amount of good quality materials I see going to waste or left to rot in the rain whenever the inorganic collection season starts locally. By comparison, with a very small amount of effort you can possibly save someone else a lot of time and energy. As for computers, often it's only a very small part that needs replacing if they're faulty - I had a client who chucked out an entire machine because one stick of RAM was faulty (a repair/diagnosis cost of ~$50) and bought a new one at a cost of $600. Better to get it checked!
- Matt Bentley is a computer repair expert with Waikato Home PC Support.
Email info@homepcsupport.co.nz or phone 0211348576
Five bands from Hamilton Boys' High School can stand proud after winning in the Waikato heats for th…
The Hamilton Gardens Development Trust want to fast-track the $15 million development with plans to complete a further 17 gardens within 10 years - causing tension between the Trust and Friends of Hamilton Gardens. Read the full story here then vote below if you think this is a good idea or not.
… View moreThe Hamilton Gardens Development Trust want to fast-track the $15 million development with plans to complete a further 17 gardens within 10 years - causing tension between the Trust and Friends of Hamilton Gardens. Read the full story here then vote below if you think this is a good idea or not.
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With the global campaign of Plastic Free July underway, Hamilton residents are bringing the issue of…
Women’s entire wardrobe - professional clothing, now retired so longer needed
Size 14-18
Jackets, Blouses, Leggings, Dresses, Dress pants, Skirts
Over 70 items
Brands include:
Stella
Whistle
Jacque E
… View moreWomen’s entire wardrobe - professional clothing, now retired so longer needed
Size 14-18
Jackets, Blouses, Leggings, Dresses, Dress pants, Skirts
Over 70 items
Brands include:
Stella
Whistle
Jacque E
Metric
Hero
Kathmandu
Portmans
Oliver Black
Emma Rose
Analytic
Pick up only - Glenview, Hamilton Read less
13 Sep -7 night Travel Package $2625pp, (twin share).
Includes….
• Flights to Singapore & Phuket (from Auckland via Sydney)
• 4 nights accommodation Singapore
• 3 day Singapore Gran Prix ticket (Bay Grandstand)
• Live music at Gran Prix includes:
The Killers, Liam Gallagher, … View more13 Sep -7 night Travel Package $2625pp, (twin share).
Includes….
• Flights to Singapore & Phuket (from Auckland via Sydney)
• 4 nights accommodation Singapore
• 3 day Singapore Gran Prix ticket (Bay Grandstand)
• Live music at Gran Prix includes:
The Killers, Liam Gallagher, Joe Hahn (from Linken Park), Simply Red + more
• 3 nights accommodation Phuket
Very limited seats & tickets available. Prices subject to availability/change. Email Steve at House of Travel on swilson@hot.co.nz for more detailed info.
Please note I can also quote tailored packages for this and most other events so do not hesitate to contact me!
An innovative educational app that is the brainchild of a Hamilton business is close to becoming a r…
Hi there its Ron Shea from Dr Tree & Bobcat /Digger services ltd and we here do all sorts from tree works stump grinding earthworks of all sorts and landscaping we also sell firewood all year round so if you have a project in mind then give me a call on 0272139080 and lets see what we can do … View moreHi there its Ron Shea from Dr Tree & Bobcat /Digger services ltd and we here do all sorts from tree works stump grinding earthworks of all sorts and landscaping we also sell firewood all year round so if you have a project in mind then give me a call on 0272139080 and lets see what we can do for you
Contrasting scorelines were the order of the day in Saturday's latest Loaded WaiBOP Premiership roun…
The green bird flower resembles a hummingbird, also known as green birdflower or regal birdflower. I would like a cutting or some seeds please, can anyone help me.?
This has a lime green bird flower, it resembles a hummingbird, also known as green birdflower or regal birdflower,
Police are appealing to the public for help in the search for missing Hamilton woman Stephanie King.…
U.S.A travel package 14 Sep 8 nights including tickets to LA Dodgers Major League baseball + tickets to see one of the greatest bands of all time "The Eagles".
From $2998 per person twin share which includes....
*Flights Auckland - Honolulu - Los Angeles return
* 4 nights … View moreU.S.A travel package 14 Sep 8 nights including tickets to LA Dodgers Major League baseball + tickets to see one of the greatest bands of all time "The Eagles".
From $2998 per person twin share which includes....
*Flights Auckland - Honolulu - Los Angeles return
* 4 nights accommodation Los Angeles
* 4 nights accommodation Honolulu
* Tickets to The Eagles live in Los Angeles
* Tickets to Major League Baseball LA Dodgers vs Colorado Rockies
Subject to availability. Very limited seats & tickets available. Email Steve at House of Travel on swilson@hot.co.nz for more detailed info on this or let me tailor a package to suit your U.S trip requirements. (I can access tickets to other major concerts & sporting events so might be able to work something to fit your plans)
Waikato DHB NZNO nurses, healthcare assistants and some midwives will strike for 24 hours on the following days:
- 7am Thursday 5 July to 7am Friday 6 July
- 7am Thursday 12 July to 7am Friday 13 July
Services will be severely affected during this time.
To reduce the number of patients … View moreWaikato DHB NZNO nurses, healthcare assistants and some midwives will strike for 24 hours on the following days:
- 7am Thursday 5 July to 7am Friday 6 July
- 7am Thursday 12 July to 7am Friday 13 July
Services will be severely affected during this time.
To reduce the number of patients in hospital and attending our clinics over the time leading up to and during the proposed industrial action we will be:
- Rescheduling appointments for surgery, treatments and outpatient clinics.
- Giving priority to emergency, critical care and maternity.
- Still providing some essential outpatient clinics such as cancer and dialysis treatments.
- Contacting all patients whose operations or clinic appointments are affected by the strike.
Please save the hospital emergency department for emergencies only.
If it’s not an emergency contact your GP, or go to an urgent care centre or call Healthline on 0800 611 116.
For further information around the strike please visit our website - www.waikatodhb.health.nz/strike
Or if you have a query call toll-free 0800 276 216.
Hi neighbours,
The latest online craze, Fortnite, has a hold on young Kiwis and concerns are mounting about school children staying up too late to play the game. More than 125 million players worldwide play the game and the multi-player Battle Royale, where 100 people battle it out in a … View moreHi neighbours,
The latest online craze, Fortnite, has a hold on young Kiwis and concerns are mounting about school children staying up too late to play the game. More than 125 million players worldwide play the game and the multi-player Battle Royale, where 100 people battle it out in a third-person shoot 'em up until the last person standing wins, is hugely popular. More details here: www.stuff.co.nz....
Tell us how you're coping with the new online craze in the comments section - are you having problems? Have you noticed a change in your child's behaviour? Are they losing sleep? How are you managing it?
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