Testimony to Buyequip's generosity...

Charitable: Buyequip supplied the School of St Jude in Tanzania with computers as new technology is often unaffordable.

Buyequip recently donated a computer package and an all-in-one printer/scanner/photocopier to the YWCA Solomon Islands.

YWCA Progam Advisor, Kiri Dicker, wrote to Buyequip to extend her gratitude and also noted how a small contribution can make a big difference in regions such as these.

Hi Buyequip,

I just wanted to say thank you to you and your colleagues for donating a multi function printer and computer package to the YWCA Munda in the Solomon Islands!

Munda is located in a very rural area in the Western Province of the Solomon Islands, the only options for travel are a two hour flight by small plane or a 10 hour boat trip. The YWCA is one of the only NGO's operating in the area and has a huge potential to improve the lives of women and girls in the Munda area.

Until now the YWCA has only operated a Kindergarten but now we have a computer and printer we can re-open the office and begin running programs for women and girls in the area. The YWCA operates non-for-profit (in fact, we operate at a loss) and we could never normally afford to buy a printer and computer, in fact the staff member in Munda's salary is about $100AUD per fortnight (much more than most people earn) so you can see that Australian dollars go a long way in the Solomon Islands.

The printer will also be used to create revenue for the YWCA as there are virtually no other printer services in the town (those that exist are very expensive so people don't have the opportunity to print out letters, CVs etc.)

Thanks again from the YWCA team, your donation in much appreciated!

Kind regards,
Kiri Dicker
Program AdvisorSolomon Islands YWCA

How to recycle guide...

As a recycling company, Buyequip is often asked where other household and office items can be recycled. In order to help our customers, we have created this "How to recycle" guide so that you can be environmentally responsible with all kinds of waste.

How to recycle batteries...Buyequip can process lead acid, ni-cad and lithium ion batteries for recycling. All other batteries can be recycled at any Battery World store.


How to recycle light bulbs...Can be recycled in the electrical department of any Bunnings store. Look for the big yellow bins. For large volumes, refer to local council's websites for recycling facilities at certain transfer stations.


How to recycle gas cylinders...These can be exchanged through services such as Kwik and Swap 'n' go or in some cases can be returned to the manufacturer. Alternatively, refer to local council's websites for recycling facilities at transfer stations.

How to recycle paint...Can be recycled at local transfer stations.


How to recycle tyres...There are various tyre recyclers in metropolitan locations. Simply Google 'tyre recycling'.


How to recycle medications...Can be taken to any pharmacy for proper disposal.


How to recycle whitegoods...Can be taken to transfer stations or disposed of at scrap metal recyclers.

How to recycle IT equipment...Buyequip can process a range of electronic waste including all IT equipment, mobile phones, televisions and digital equipment. Buyequip offer a professional collection service or have drop off locations for convenient disposal.

Buyequip's second eWaste recyclathon proves this initiative a success!

Buyequip teamed up with Officeworks and Wesptac on Saturday June 26 2010 to provide a free eWaste drop off day for the people of Brisbane.

The eWaste Recyclathon was held at Officeworks in Milton and more than three tonnes of eWaste was collected comprising of monitors, computers and computer peripherals.



Officeworks Manager and Westpac manager on the BBQ.


Westpac Manager, Dean Marsh, was on the BBQ and raised $390 for Lifeline Community Care Queensland.



Milton Officeworks Manager, Ken Stern, said that the Recyclathon was a highly beneficial event for all parties involved.



"It was great to see the community utilising this opportunity to dispose of electronics in an environmentally-friendly manner and Officeworks was proud to facilitate this," Mr Stern said.


"The generous donations from the public were greatly appreciated and raised an impressive $390 for Lifeline.”



Buyequip will host eWaste Recyclathons in various Brisbane locations throughout 2010, contact Buyequip if you think that your suburb would support this environmental initiative. Ph: 1300 289 727.