We pick-up your scrap across Melbourne - or drop-off at our central hub

Pick-up is available across most of metropolitan Melbourne. Restrictions may apply for apartment buildings and the CBD due to access issues, but all are welcome to use the 24/7 drop-off facility

You can drop off scrap metal at their secure, monitored Laverton North facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No appointment is required for most loads, though it's best to call ahead for larger consignments

Yes. Recycling metals conserves resources, cuts greenhouse emissions, and complies with environmental regulations. Southern Cross is government approved for safe handling (e.g., degassing refrigerants from white goods) and can provide documentation for compliance purposes

All collected materials are ethically recycled. Metals are sorted, processed, and reused in the manufacturing of new products supporting sustainability and reducing landfill

The amount you receive depends on the type and weight of your scrap metal and current market prices. You can use the Scrap Metal Price Calculator on their site for an estimate, or contact the team for an up-to-date quote

It helps to remove personal items, separate metals if possible, and ensure the items are safely accessible for handling and transport.

Yes. Pickup are available across Melbourne. Small pickups cost $50+GST per item (capped at $150+GST). Drop-Off are free and available 24/7 at our Laverton North site.

The calculator prices are for drop-off only. If you want your scrap collected, fees for pick-up may apply. It's recommended to discuss your collection options with the team for tailored pricing and service details

Payment for commercial clients is typically made via EFT or cheque, with prompt remittance after collection or processing is completed. Same-day processing is available in many cases.

While most metals are recyclable, some hazardous items or those containing non-removable toxic substances may not be accepted (e.g., certain batteries, gas cylinders, asbestos-containing materials). It's important to check the list of prohibited items with your recycling provider

Recycling centers generally accept all amounts, from small household items to large commercial quantities. There may be minimums for free pickup or larger bins, but walk-in customers with smaller loads are always welcome

Yes, recycling services cater to both individual and commercial clients, and often offer special accounts or reporting for regular business customers

The amount you receive for your scrap metal depends on the type of scrap metal you are recycling and the weight of the scrap metal. You can use our easy Scrap Metal Pricing Calculator to work out how much money you�ll get for your scrap metal.

After we pick up your scrap metal for recycling, it usually takes X days for you to receive the funds in your bank account. Please note that we don�t offer cash for scrap metal. If you drop off your scrap metal to the Southern Cross Metal Recyclers facility in Laverton North, we can transfer EFT funds that same day.

We recycle many different kinds of scrap metal, including white goods, old cars, factory scrap and so much more. You can search the type of scrap metal you�d like to recycle and calculate how much money you may get for it through scrap metal recycling.

To make the process smoother, please separate different metal types where possible and remove non-metal components. For pick-ups, let us know the quantity and type of materials, as well as site access details. Certain small pick-ups or residential settings may incur a service fee