About Us
An independent, volunteer-run charity making computing accessible to those who need it most.
Our Story
Computerbank Victoria was founded in 1998 by Kylie Davies, who recognised that discarded business computers were heading for recycling while many people could not afford a computer. What began as a social work project at Victoria University grew into a volunteer-run Melbourne charity.
Since 1998, we've refurbished donated computers, installed Linux Mint and free open-source software, and made them available at low cost to individuals, families and community organisations.
Today we operate from Broadmeadows, sharing warehouse space with Enable Social Enterprise, an organisation specialising in IT asset disposition and circular-economy practices.
Kylie passed away in November 2019, just days after Computerbank's 20th anniversary. Her vision continues through the volunteers who carry on her work today. Read our tribute to Kylie.
The Computerbank office building at 60 Belfast Street, Broadmeadows
Our Impact
Systems refurbished and distributed to individuals, families and community groups
Broken or non-usable items responsibly recycled through e-waste programs
People gained practical experience through our former Work for the Dole program
Organisations We've Worked With
Over the years, we've worked with community organisations across Melbourne to help people access affordable computers.
ASRC
Asylum seekers & refugees
Australian Red Cross
Humanitarian support
Autism Victoria
Disability support
Brotherhood of St Laurence
Poverty & disadvantage
Salvation Army
Community welfare
Engineers Without Borders
Humanitarian engineering
Along with many more community organisations across Victoria. Get in touch if your organisation could benefit from low-cost computers.
Our Committee
Computerbank Victoria is governed by a volunteer committee dedicated to our mission.
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Richard O'Beirne
President
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Allan Cooke
Vice-President
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Justin Bush
Secretary
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William Boledziuk
Treasurer
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Paul Harden
Committee
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Barry Klein
Committee
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Buddhapriya Wijesinghe
Committee
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Cloud Of Unknowing
Committee
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Tom Waymouth
Committee
Our Team
The volunteers who keep the workshop, the shop and the support desk running.
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Ray
Volunteer
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Alex
Volunteer
Community Services
Beyond refurbishing computers, we support digital inclusion across Melbourne.
Internet Kiosk Services
We operate free internet kiosks in social housing buildings, giving residents access to essential online services.
- Floyd Lodge, Williamstown
- Gordon Street, Footscray
- Holmes Street, Northcote
- Agg Street, Northcote
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