Summary
A better way to recycle drink containers in Victoria
On 1 November 2023 Victoria’s container deposit scheme, CDS Vic, commenced. The scheme rewards Victorians with a 10-cent refund for every eligible can, carton and bottle they return.
It is part of important work that is transforming Victoria’s waste and recycling system.
CDS Vic provides shared benefits to the community, environment and economy by delivering:
- more and better recycling
- less waste - old containers become new ones
- less litter - cut by up to half
- hundreds of new jobs and economic opportunities across Victoria
- opportunities for charities, community groups, environmental organisations, sports and educational organisations to raise funds
- a cleaner, greener state.
Further information
For further information about CDS visit the following websites:
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Scheme website | General scheme information
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Recycling Victoria https://www.vic.gov.au/cds-vic Recycling Victoria is the government regulator responsible for the regulation, oversight, and administrative direction of CDS Vic. |
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VicReturn VicReturn is the scheme coordinator, responsible for managing the financial and administrative aspects of the scheme. |
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Return-It (Eastern Zone Operator) https://www.returnit.com.au/vic/ TOMRA Cleanaway (Western Zone Operator) https://tomracleanaway.com.au/victoria/ Visy (Northern Zone Operator) https://www.visy.com.au/about-cds Return-It, TOMRA Cleanaway and Visy are the Zone Operators, each responsible for establishing and maintaining a network of refund points in a specified zone of the State. |
Fund-raising opportunities for charities and community groups
CDS Vic gives charities and community groups the opportunity to raise funds while making an impact. See the steps below to start fundraising. Once you are fully set up, you can engage your supporters to donate their refunds or containers – and help you to reach your fundraising goals.
