Parkes residents now have a new destination to recycle their eligible bottles and cans with the opening of a Return and Earn machine at the Parkes Services Club.

This latest addition marks the third return point in the Parkes Shire Council area, giving locals increased opportunities to participate in the recycling scheme and earn a 10-cent refund per container, as revealed in a news release. 

“Parkes Share Council residents are already enthusiastic recyclers, having returned over39.4 million eligible bottles, cans and cartons through local return points since the scheme began,” said James Dorney, CEO of TOMRA Cleanaway, the operator of the Return and Earn network.

The new machine offers several refund options. Users can print a voucher to redeem for cash at Coles or opt for digital payments directly to their bank or PayPal account through the Return and Earn app. 

Additionally, residents can donate their refunds to various charitable partners listed in the app.

One of the key donation options currently available is a state-wide appeal supporting Little Wings, a charity that provides free air and ground transport for seriously ill children from regional and remote areas of NSW, helping them access critical medical treatment.

Since the scheme’s inception, more than 12 billion containers have been recycled through the network of over 630 return points across NSW, putting over $1.2 billion back into the community through refunds.

Return and Earn serves as a fundraising platform for numerous charities and community groups across NSW, generating over $62 million through donations and hosting fees since its launch.

Dorney emphasised the importance of the new Parkes machine in encouraging locals to make recycling part of their daily habits. 

“Together, we can all contribute to a more sustainable future, where the materials from our bottles, cans, and cartons are kept in use and out of landfill,” Dorney said.

The new machine is located in the Parkes Services Club car park at 20 Caledonia Street and operates from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm daily.

For more details, visit: www.returnandearn.org.au.

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Telopea residents now have a new option for recycling their eligible bottles and cans with the opening of a Return and Earn machine at Sanfa Village Supermarket. 

This is the 13th return point in the City of Parramatta area, further expanding opportunities for locals to collect a 10-cent refund for each eligible container, as stated in a news release. 

“City of Parramatta residents are already enthusiastic recyclers, having returned over 104.8 million eligible bottles, cans, and cartons through local return points since the scheme began,” said James Dorney, CEO of TOMRA Cleanaway, the network operator for the Return and Earn scheme.

The new machine allows users to print a refund voucher redeemable for cash at the Sanfa Village Grocer, or opt for e-vouchers or direct payments through the Return and Earn app. 

Users also have the option to donate their refund to various charitable causes, including the Parramatta Women’s Shelter or the state-wide donation appeal for Little Wings, a service that provides free transport for seriously ill children from rural areas to medical facilities.

Since the program’s inception, more than 12 billion containers have been recycled across NSW, resulting in over $1.2 billion in refunds. 

The Return and Earn machine at Sanfa Supermarket Telopea, located at 7A Evans Road, is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

“I encourage everyone to make Return and Earn a part of your regular recycling routine,” said Dorney. 

“Together we can all contribute to a more sustainable future, where the materials that our bottles, cans and cartons are made of are kept in use and out of landfill.” he concluded.

For more information, visit www.returnandearn.org.au.

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Residents of Caringbah now have a more convenient option for recycling their eligible bottles, cartons, and cans with the launch of a new Return and Earn machine at HomeCo. Caringbah. 

This marks the 13th return point in the Sutherland Shire, offering locals an additional location to redeem their containers for a 10-cent refund per item, as revealed in a news release. 

“Sutherland Shire residents are enthusiastic recyclers, having returned more than 232 million eligible bottles, cans, and cartons through local return points since Return and Earn started,” said James Dorney, CEO of TOMRA Cleanaway, the network operator for Return and Earn.

The machine provides recyclers with multiple refund options. Users can print a voucher to redeem for cash at Woolworths or choose to receive their refund electronically via the Return and Earn app, with payment options including bank transfer, PayPal, or e-voucher.

In addition to these options, locals can donate their refund to over 300 charities listed on the Return and Earn app. 

The current statewide donation partner is Little Wings, a charity that offers free air and ground transport to seriously ill children from regional and remote NSW, ensuring access to life-saving medical care.

Return and Earn has grown into a significant fundraising tool for charities and community groups across New South Wales, with over $62 million raised from donations and fees since the program’s launch in 2017. 

The scheme also recently celebrated a major milestone, with 12 billion drink containers returned for recycling through its network of over 630 return points. This has resulted in more than $1.2 billion in refunds being distributed back to the community.

“I encourage everyone to make Return and Earn a part of their routine, to help reduce litter, protect the environment, and earn a little extra cash,” said Dorney.

The new Return and Earn machine at HomeCo. Caringbah is located on level 3 of the car park at 220 Taren Point Road. 

It is open Monday to Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and on Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.

For more information about the Return and Earn program, visit www.returnandearn.org.au.

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The NSW Government’s Return and Earn scheme has reached a major milestone, recycling 12 billion drink containers and returning $1.2 billion in refunds to the community.

“Return and Earn is a NSW circular economy success story. Almost seven years after launching, it has become one of the most successful and trusted recycling initiatives in the state,” said James Dorney, CEO of TOMRA Cleanaway, the network operator for Return and Earn. 

“It has also resulted in more than 1 million tonnes of materials recycled, contributing to a 54 per cent reduction in drink container litter since pre-scheme levels,” he noted.

The scheme’s popularity continues to grow, with new research indicating that support and trust in the container deposit initiative are at an all-time high. 

Participation rates have also peaked, with 84 per cent of NSW adults having taken part in the scheme.

Danielle Smalley, CEO of Exchange for Change, the scheme coordinator, highlighted the widespread cultural shift that has occurred since the program’s launch. 

“Today’s achievement and the research findings show that we have seen amazing cultural change over the last few years, with taking drink containers to your local Return and Earn return point becoming a way of life throughout all corners of NSW,” Smalley said.

She extended her gratitude to the NSW community and the beverage industry for their role in the scheme’s success, which has led to significant financial, economic, and social benefits. 

“The operation of Return and Earn is fully funded by the beverage industry and is Australia’s best example of product stewardship,” Smalley added. 

“As well as environmental benefits, we have seen $1.2 billion in container refunds generated, and over $62 million raised for charities and community groups through donations and fees from hosting return points.”

Smalley also noted the impact of the scheme on households across NSW. 

“The 10c per container refunds have helped families and individuals with day-to-day expenses or to reach savings goals for special extras, holidays, and even a wedding,” she said.

The scheme has also become a crucial fundraising avenue for hundreds of charities and community groups. 

The Return and Earn app features over 300 charities, enabling participants to donate their refunds to causes they care about.

“It’s not just about recycling to clean up our environment; we are turning those bottles and cans into an in-demand and valued commodity in our growing circular economy,” Dorney said.

Return and Earn is delivered through a partnership between the NSW Environment Protection Authority, scheme coordinator Exchange for Change, and network operator TOMRA Cleanaway.

For more information, visit Return and Earn.

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Cessnock residents have a new location to recycle their eligible bottles and cans, with a brand-new Return and Earn machine now open at Bellbird Park Bowling Club.

The newly installed Return and Earn machine is the seventh return point in the Cessnock area, offering locals an additional convenient option to return their eligible containers and receive the 10-cent refund.

“The Cessnock community are already enthusiastic recyclers, having returned over 149.7 million eligible bottles, cans and cartons through local return points since the scheme began,” said James Dorney, CEO of TOMRA Cleanaway, the network operator for the scheme.

The new machine provides users with several options for redeeming their refund.

They can print a voucher for cash redemption at Woolworths, opt for an e-voucher, or receive payment directly into their bank or PayPal account via the Return and Earn app.

Additionally, users have the choice to donate their refunds to local charities, such as Riding for the Disabled Raymond Terrace & Lower Hunter, the John Hunter Children’s Hospital Kid’s Club, and WIRES Wildlife Rescue.

Alternatively, they can support the state-wide appeal for Little Wings, which provides essential transport for seriously ill children from regional and remote areas of NSW.

Since the scheme’s launch, more than 11.7 billion containers have been returned for recycling through 630 return points across NSW, resulting in over $1 billion in refunds.

Return and Earn has also become a significant fundraising avenue, generating more than $54 million for charities and community groups statewide.

The Bellbird Return and Earn machine is situated at the Bellbird Park Bowling Club, 21 Hetton Street, Bellbird, and operates daily from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm.

“I encourage everyone to make Return and Earn a part of your regular recycling routine. Together we can all contribute to a more sustainable future, where the materials that our bottles, cans and cartons are made of are kept in use and out of landfill,” Dorney added.

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Glen Innes residents now have a fresh avenue to contribute to recycling efforts with the unveiling of a new Return and Earn machine situated in the carpark of Coles Glen Innes on Grey Street.

Replacing a previous machine removed last year due to redevelopment, this new return point offers locals a convenient spot to redeem their eligible bottles and cans for the 10-cent refund, Exchange for Change said in a news release.

James Dorney, CEO of TOMRA Cleanaway, the network operator for the scheme, expressed enthusiasm for the community’s commitment to recycling.

He noted, “Glen Innes Severn Shire Council residents are enthusiastic recyclers, having returned over 17.6 million eligible bottles, cans, and cartons through local return points since the scheme began.”

This dedication translates to more than $1.7 million in container refunds returned to the local community, highlighting the tangible impact of recycling efforts.

Recyclers have multiple options for receiving their refunds, including printing a voucher for cash redemption at Coles, opting for an e-voucher, or receiving payment directly into their bank or PayPal account via the Return and Earn app.

Moreover, individuals can choose to donate their refunds to a range of charity partners listed on the machine or within the Return and Earn app.

Currently, Can Assist serves as the local donation partner for the Glen Innes machine, with funds supporting local families affected by cancer.

Additionally, residents can contribute to the statewide Return and Earn donation appeal, backing the RFS Benevolent Fund, which aids Rural Fire Service members and their families during challenging times.

Return and Earn has emerged as a vital fundraising avenue for numerous charities and community groups across NSW, generating over $47 million in donations and fees from hosting return points since its inception in 2017.

Dorney encouraged everyone to integrate Return and Earn into their recycling routines, emphasising its role in fostering a more sustainable future by keeping materials out of landfills.

Since its launch in 2017, Return and Earn has facilitated the recycling of over 10.9 billion containers through nearly 620 return points across NSW, resulting in over $1 billion in refunds distributed to individuals.

The Coles Glen Innes Return and Earn machine, located at 357 Grey Street, operates daily from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, providing residents ample opportunity to contribute to recycling efforts.

For more information on Return and Earn, visit this site.

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Fairfield residents now have a convenient new location to recycle their eligible bottles and cans with the unveiling of a new Return and Earn machine in Fairfield West Plaza.

Replacing the Fairfield Heights machine removed last November, this new return point marks the 19th instalment in Fairfield City, offering locals a hassle-free way to redeem their eligible containers for the 10-cent refund.

James Dorney, CEO of TOMRA Cleanaway, the network operator for the scheme, expressed enthusiasm, stating, “Fairfield City Council residents are enthusiastic recyclers, having returned over 310 million eligible bottles, cans, and cartons through local return points since the scheme began.”

He added, “This means more than $31 million in container refunds has been returned to the local community.”

Recyclers can opt for various refund methods, including vouchers redeemable at Coles, e-vouchers, or direct payments into their bank or PayPal accounts via the Return and Earn app.

Moreover, they can choose to donate their refund to charity partners listed on the machine or on the app.

Currently, PCYC Fairfield-Cabramatta is featured as the local donation partner on the Fairfield West Plaza machine, supporting educational, fitness, and life skill activities and programs for youth in the area.

Additionally, recyclers can contribute to the state-wide Return and Earn donation appeal in support of the RFS Benevolent Fund, aiding RFS members and their families during challenging times.

Return and Earn has emerged as a significant fundraising channel for many charities and community groups in NSW, with over $47 million raised since its inception in 2017.

More than 10.9 billion containers have been returned for recycling through the network of almost 620 return points across NSW, resulting in over $1 billion in refunds.

Encouraging residents to incorporate Return and Earn into their regular recycling routine, Dorney remarked, “Together we can all contribute to a more sustainable future, where the materials that our bottles, cans, and cartons are made of are kept in use and out of landfill.”

The Fairfield West Plaza Return and Earn machine, located at 368 Hamilton Road, Fairfield West, operates daily from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.

For more information on Return and Earn, visit this website.

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Residents of Scone and the broader Upper Hunter region now have a convenient new location to recycle their eligible bottles and cans with the unveiling of a state-of-the-art Return and Earn machine.

Exchange For Change, the coordinator of the container deposit schemes within New South Wales, said the machine is situated in the car park of the historic Campbells Corner building, providing locals with easy access to redeem their containers for the 10-cent refund.

This newly established return point comes as a replacement for a machine removed earlier this year due to redevelopment.

Its inauguration adds a valuable resource for the community to continue its commitment to recycling.

James Dorney, CEO of TOMRA Cleanaway, the network operator for the Return and Earn scheme, commended the enthusiasm of Upper Hunter Council residents for recycling.

Since the inception of the scheme, over 23 million eligible bottles, cans, and cartons have been returned locally, resulting in more than $2.3 million in container refunds returned to the community.

Recyclers have the flexibility to choose how they receive their refund. They can opt for a voucher, which can be redeemed for cash at Coles, or use the Return and Earn app for an e-voucher or direct payment into their bank or PayPal account.

Additionally, the machine allows residents to contribute to charitable causes. Hunter Wildlife Rescue is currently featured as the local donation partner, with funds raised supporting volunteers dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating injured native wildlife.

James Dorney highlighted the broader impact of Return and Earn, stating that Return and Earn has become a key fundraising channel for many charities and community groups across NSW, raising over $47 million since its launch in 2017.

The Scone Return and Earn machine also enable users to donate their refunds to the current state-wide donation appeal in support of the RFS Benevolent Fund, assisting Rural Fire Service members and their families during challenging times.

Since its initiation in 2017, Return and Earn has contributed significantly to recycling efforts in NSW, with more than 10.7 billion containers returned for recycling through the extensive network of almost 620 return points.

This has resulted in over $1.07 billion in refunds returned to the community, encouraging a more sustainable and environmentally responsible future.

“I encourage everyone to make ‘returning and earning’ part of your weekly routine if you haven’t already and together, we can all do our bit to contribute to a more sustainable future where materials are kept in the loop and out of landfill and the litter stream,” Dorney said.

The Scone Return and Earn machine, located at 167 Kelly Street, Scone, in the car park of Campbells Corner, is open daily from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.

For further details about the Return and Earn program, visit www.returnandearn.org.au.

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Ballina residents now have an easily accessible location to recycle their eligible bottles and cans, as a new Return and Earn machine debuts at Ballina Central Shopping Centre.

Exchange For Change, the coordinator of the container deposit schemes within New South Wales, said this marks the second return point in Ballina Shire, enhancing the convenience for locals to redeem their eligible containers and earn a 10-cent refund.

James Dorney, CEO of TOMRA Cleanaway, the network operator for the scheme, commended Ballina Shire residents for their impressive recycling efforts, surpassing 46 million returned bottles, cans, and cartons since the inception of the scheme.

“The convenience of having this new machine at Ballina Central means it’s never been easier to make ‘returning and earning’ part of your weekly routine,” Dorney noted.

Users of the new machine can choose to print a voucher for the refund amount, redeemable for cash at Coles supermarket.

Alternatively, they can utilise the Return and Earn app to opt for an e-voucher or direct payment into their bank account or PayPal.

Local recyclers also have the option to donate their refund to a charity partner listed on the machine or one of the numerous charities available on the Return and Earn app.

Currently, Ballina-on-Richmond Rotary is featured as the local donation partner on the Ballina machine, with funds raised supporting their vital community work.

Return and Earn has emerged as a significant fundraising channel for various charities and community groups across NSW, generating over $47 million since its launch in 2017.

With more than 10.7 billion containers returned for recycling through the network of around 616 return points across the state, the scheme has contributed over $1.07 billion in refunds back to the public.

James Dorney encourages everyone to participate in the Return and Earn initiative, emphasising the collective effort towards a more sustainable future where materials are kept in the loop, reducing landfill and litter.

The newly opened Ballina Return and Earn machine, located at Ballina Central Shopping Centre (44 Bangalow Rd, Ballina), operates from 7 am to 7 pm daily.

For additional information on Return and Earn, visit www.returnandearn.org.au.

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Over 600 new Victorian jobs are set to be created through the state government’s new Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic), which is expected to halve the state’s litter when it launches this November. 

CDS Vic will allow people to return their used drink cans, bottles, and cartons for a 10-cent refund, which can be claimed from refund points planned across regional Victoria and metropolitan Melbourne. 

VicReturn will serve as the project’s Scheme Coordinator. Meanwhile, zone operators TOMRA Cleanaway, Visy, and Return-It will establish and oversee the refund points and ensure proper recycling. 

Each operator will be responsible for the collection point network in their allocated scheme zones: north, east, and west. 

TOMRA Cleanaway alone will deliver up to 200 new jobs across the west zone, creating roles such as sales staff, technicians, collections drivers, refund point operator staff, and recycling facility operators. 

“TOMRA Cleanaway’s ‘West Zone’ for CDS Vic builds on the community’s existing exceptional environmental commitments. We have tasked ourselves with providing meaningful and skilled circular economy jobs across the ‘West Zone’ of CDS Vic that fulfil a diverse range of tasks and ultimately achieve positive social, environmental and economic benefits to all,” said James Dorney, CEO of TOMRA Cleanaway. 

Within the scheme’s first year of operation, Zone Operators will be required to have at least one collection point per 14,500 people in metropolitan areas, one per town of 750 people in regional areas, and one per town of 350 people in remote areas. 

People can return eligible containers to four refund points: reverse vending machines, depots, over-the-counter sites, and pop-up points. 

“From the beginning of November, the Container Deposit Scheme will put money in the pockets of Victorians, while also helping to clean up the state and deliver far-reaching environmental benefits,” said Minister for Environment Ingrid Stitt during her visit to TOMRA Cleanaway’s Clayton depot. 

Eighty reverse vending machines are already being rolled out across Victoria ahead of CDS Vic’s launch later this year. 

“CDS Vic is set to deliver more jobs and strengthen Victoria’s economy, while drastically reducing the waste that ends up in our environment,” said Member for Oakleigh Steve Dimopoulos. 

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