2291 days ago

E-waste recycling at OfficeMax

Oliver Neighbourly Lead from One Tree Point

I routinely check WDC's recycling page for new or updated information. During my last check a few days ago I was very surprised to read that OfficeMax now accept certain types of electronic waste (e-waste) free of charge (see the "e-Waste" section at the bottom of the page). I couldn't quite believe it, so I visited OfficeMax today and asked them about it - and it's true! Brian, one of their (very friendly) staff even gave me a guided tour, explained the collection process to me, and showed me some stats how much was diverted from landfill in recent months. E-waste goes to Auckland, is separated, shredded and preprocessed there, collected, and then shipped overseas to specialist recyclers who recover between 95% and 99% of the materials, particularly the precious metals.
Kudos and BIG THANKS to OfficeMax for implementing this scheme. Please excuse the bad quality of the photo, which was taken in a bit of a hurry. OfficeMax also have a web page for this free service, which is called TechCollect.

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Time’s Running Out - Score Your Dream Bed Today!

Marketing Manager from Beds4U - Whangarei

Hey neighbours!

Our Boxing Day Bed Sale is still on, but it’s ending soon! If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed, now’s the perfect time to act.

Enjoy some of our lowest prices of the year, with limited-time promotions across a wide range of beds and mattresses.

Stocks are limited, and once the sale ends, the deals are gone, so don’t miss out! Pop in and take advantage while you still can. A better night’s sleep is waiting for you!

Find your nearest Beds4U store: beds4u.co.nz/store-locator
Browse all Boxing Day deals: beds4u.co.nz/boxing-day

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4 days ago

Today’s Mind-Bender is the Last of the Year! Can You Guess It Before Everyone Else? 🌟🎁🌲

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6 days ago

Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!

Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?

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Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
  • 78.9% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
    78.9% Complete
  • 21.1% No. It's the thought and effort that matters
    21.1% Complete
1085 votes