​Volunteer applications to join the Stationery Reuse team in 2024 are now OPEN!

Make sure you apply now to get involved for offering this valuable service to students on campus. 

We can't wait to see you join the team! 

Apply here!

A volunteer-based sustainability program that provides FREE stationery to all UNSW students

We accept donations from anyone and everyone to provide students with all the materials they need to succeed.

Anything you might possibly need to kit out your pencil case or get creative - we have! 

The Stationery Reuse Centre is your one stop shop for pens, pencils, highlighters, rulers, notebooks and more... 

Help us work towards a more sustainable campus by using up-cycled stationery! Why buy stationery supplies when you can get them for free?! 

* PLEASE EMAIL US BEFORE SENDING ANY DONATIONS * 

Email: stationeryreuse@arc.unsw.edu.au  

Alternatively, submit this form, and we'll get back to you: https://forms.gle/R9mYXSYtJDoT...


Where are we? 

We are located in room QUAD1001A. 

To find us head to the Rainbow Basser Steps on the quad, turn right half way up where the large green Stationery Reuse sign is. Follow the around the corner and we are the first day on the left. During opening hours we will have A-Frame set up outside!

* PLEASE EMAIL US BEFORE SENDING ANY DONATIONS * 

Email: stationeryreuse@arc.unsw.edu.au  

Donations 

* PLEASE EMAIL US BEFORE SENDING ANY DONATIONS * 

Email: stationeryreuse@arc.unsw.edu.au  

Alternatively, submit this form, and we'll get back to you: https://forms.gle/R9mYXSYtJDoT...

Stationery Re-Use is currently accepting donations of: 

Paper/notebooks  

Pens/pencils  

Staplers  

Calculators  

Tape  

Posit-it Notes  

Rulers  

Sharpeners  

Erasers  

Anything else not listed in the 'CANNOT' section below  

Please get in touch first by emailing stationeryreuse@arc.unsw.edu.au if you would like to donate any of the above items.  

Stationery Re-Use currently CANNOT accept donations of:  

Binders/Folders

Plastic Wallets  

Folder Dividers  

Display Folders  

Paper Clips  

Binder Clips  

Hole-punches

Desk-trays

File-holders

However, you could try getting in touch with these alternative organisations that may be able to accept your donation:  

Reverse Garbage: Marrickville, Sydney https://reversegarbage.org.au/...  

Good360 https://good360.org.au/give-th...  

If you would like to donate any other stationery items that are not listed above, please get in touch via email: stationeryreuse@arc.unsw.edu.au

How to Become a Recycle Disciple

Recycling stationery isn't always easy but here are some tips for how to recycle different items:

  • Reuse what you already have and make the most of your existing supplies
  • Lever arch folders are slightly trickier to recycle. They need to be broken down into their basic elements of cardboard, plastic covering and metal. To do this you'll need a boxcutter to strip off the covering. For further instructions on how to recycle binders there are heaps of detailed instructions online
  • Facebook marketplace and charity shops, like Vinnies, are also a great place to re-home your more miscellaneous stationery items
  • For bulky items or large quantities of particular items it may be easier to take them to your local tip and recycle them there. Most tips also have an on-site place where you can donate items that are still in good working condition


    Stationery Reuse Coordinator

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