A new voluntary charter launched on 27 October aims to move usable surplus phones, laptops and other digital devices from Australian organisations to people who need access to technology. The federal government says the Tech Reuse for Good Charter was signed by Assistant Minister Andrew Charlton and is being led by the Business Council of Australia, WorkVentures and Good Things Australia in partnership with government.

The charter encourages organisations to donate devices before they reach the end of their practical life. Refurbishing and redistributing them is intended to help people access education, work, healthcare and everyday services while reducing electronic waste. The government identified low-income families, students, First Nations Australians and survivors of domestic violence among groups who may benefit.

The charter is principles-based and voluntary. The announcement does not specify how many devices will be supplied or a delivery date for individual recipients. People seeking a device or organisations interested in taking part can find details through the Tech Reuse for Good Charter website linked in the government release.

Source: Australian Government, Department of Industry, Science and Resources, 27 October 2026. The featured image is an AI-generated editorial illustration of generic devices being prepared for reuse, not a photograph of a charter event or participating organisation.