NSW

How to get your return

Your refund – your way

1.Return Containers

Recycle your bottles, cans and cartons at any Reverse Vending Machine.

2. Choose Refund Type

There are multiple ways to receive your 10-cent refund. Choose a printed voucher to redeem for cash or a discount on your groceries or download the Recycle Rewards app to access digital e-vouchers, direct transfer to your nominated bank account or PayPal or donate to a charity of your choice.

3. Scan and Return

The Recycle Rewards app makes recycling even easier. Get your refunds digitally, find your nearest refund point, check if a container is eligible, choose your favourite charity to donate to and so much more. Download HERE today.

4. Get your Refund

Each Reverse Vending Machine is linked to a specific redemption partner – Coles, Woolworths, or an independent retailer.

The easiest way to identify your redemption partner is by the logo displayed at the top of your physical or digital voucher.

Bank Transfer

  1. Download the Recycle Rewards app here, select Bank Transfer as your payout method and link to your bank account.
  2. Scan your app barcode at the machine before you start your session.
  3. Insert your containers and select Payout when you’re done. You should receive your refund via EFT within 1-2 business days

Cash Voucher

  1. You can receive either a printed voucher or an e-voucher through the Recycle Rewards app. Vouchers can be redeemed for cash or spent in-store at participating retailers such as Coles, IGA, or Woolworths.
  2. Scan the barcode before you start your session.
  3. Insert your containers and select “Transfer” on the screen ​when you’re done.

Charity Donation

  1. Download the app, select “Charities” to find a donation partner, set your chosen donation partner as your payout method, and scan your barcode at the RVM.
  2. Insert your eligible drink containers.
  3. Press “TRANSFER” on the screen to confirm your donation.
  4. 100% of your donation goes to the selected charity

Charity Barcode

  1. Scan the charity barcode and check that the correct organisation name is displayed on the RVM screen before proceeding.
  2. Insert your eligible drink containers.
  3. Press “TRANSFER” on the screen to confirm your donation.
  4. 100% of your donation goes to the selected charity

PayPal

  1. Download the Recycle Rewards app, select Paypal as your payout method and link to your Paypal account.
  2. Scan your app barcode at the machine before you start your session.
  3. Insert your containers and select Payout when you’re done. ​You should receive your refund within 1 business day. (where availalable)

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get a refund?

To redeem your refund, make sure your drink container is empty, uncrushed, unbroken, and has the original label intact. Eligible containers must be taken to a refund point

What refund options are available?

There are three ways to collect your refund:

  • Choose a printed or e-voucher to spend in-store.
  • Send it straight to your bank or PayPal account.
  • Donate it to your favourite charity, school, sports club or community group.
Do vouchers expire?

Vouchers are valid for three years.

Will I have to pay more for drinks that are eligible under Recycle Rewards?

Recycle Rewards is funded by beverage suppliers, and they decide what portion of the costs may be passed on to customers. Reviews from other states show no evidence that drink prices increased beyond scheme costs in the first year.

Tasmanians will be able to return eligible drink containers at a refund point and receive 10 cents for every one recycled.