It's as easy as 1, 2, 3…

When you recycle with Containers for Change, you get a 10 cent refund for every eligible container you return.
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Collect eligible containers

Collect eligible containers

Get collecting
Take them to a container refund point

Take them to a container refund point

Get returning
Earn a refund or donate

Earn a refund or donate

Get your refund

 

GET STARTED WITH A MEMBER NUMBER

A member number is a great way to track the change you're making.

Provide your member number barcode via your digital wallet or app, or your mobile number at the refund point and your refund will go directly into your preferred account - whether that's to your bank account, PayPal (no bank details required) or favourite cause.

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1. Collect eligible containers

Not all containers are eligible. Download the app to scan the barcode on your containers or enter the barcode below to find out if it's eligible.

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Plastic bottle, glass bottle, wine bottle, spirits bottle, can, flavoured milk bottle and popper

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2. Return your containers

There are four different types of refund points available in Queensland. Plus, we now offer a free home collection service, Container Collect, in selected suburbs.

The best way for you to cash in could depend on how many containers you’re returning and how you'd like to receive your refund. Take our quick quiz to find out which method best suits you. 

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Depots

Depots

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Bag drops

Bag drops

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Reverse vending machines (RVMs)

Reverse vending machines (RVMs)

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Pop-ups

Pop-ups

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FIND A CONTAINER REFUND POINT NEAR YOU

Search for your local by postcode or suburb.

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Don’t forget to sign up for a member number.

3. EARN A REFUND OR DONATE

 

All eligible containers are worth a 10 cent refund that you can either keep or donate to a charity or community group.

Sign up for a member number and choose to get your refund paid to your bank account, PayPal (no bank details required) or favourite cause.

Varying timeframes apply for refunds to your bank account based on your location. Find out more here.

Bank account

Bank account

GET BUCKS IN THE BANK
Cash

Cash

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 Vouchers

Vouchers

EARN VOUCHERS
Donate

Donate

START DONATING

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