Small batteries can currently be dropped off for recycling at Bunnings. Please do not put them in your red or yellow lid bins as they can be a fire risk. Larger batteries, for example car batteries, can be dropped off at the Recycling Centre in town.

Simply bring your old batteries to Bunnings and deposit them in the collection unit at the front entrance. Then, the partner Envirostream will manage the collection and recycling process. 

However, tape your batteries before placing them in the collection unit, as used batteries may still contain residual charge that can create a spark, leading to a potential fire hazard. Preventing this is as simple as using clear sticky tape, non-conductive electrical tape, or duct tape over the exposed battery terminal, or on the top and bottom face for button cell batteries. Please be mindful to keep the battery label information visible if you're not using clear tape.

The following batteries are accepted: Household single use and rechargeable batteries, such as: AA, AAA, C, D, 9V, 6V, Power tool batteries, Button cell batteries, Other handheld-sized batteries that fit into the collection unit slot. 

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Bunnings cannot accept lead acid batteries, car batteries, products with embedded batteries or other batteries that do not fit into the battery collection unit slot. Please ask the Bunning's team if you're unsure whether your batteries can be accepted in the unit.

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Lead acid car batteries can be recycled at Repco or Supercheap Auto.

The Rotorua Recycling Centre, 20 Te Ngae Road, accepts all types of batteries, including vehicle and electric bicycle batteries.