Where Can I Cash in Bottles and Cans Near Me

WE'RE OPEN: Return and Earn return points across NSW are open and can be accessed for returns in line with the latest Public Health Orders.

Anyone visiting a return point must ensure they comply with the latest Public Health Orders, including checking-in via the QR code displayed, wearing a mask, maintaining social distancing of at least 1.5 metres from others, and practicing good hygiene.

We recommend checking the status of your nearest return point before visiting and avoiding peak times where possible.

WE'RE OPEN: Return and Earn return points across NSW are open and can be accessed for returns in line with the latest Public Health Orders.

Well done NSW!

Billions of containers are returned through Return and Earn in NSW every year. By recycling bottles, cans and cartons, you're helping our environment and earning along the way, putting money back into the hands of the community.

Return and Earn is the rewarding way to recycle your drink containers. Every container returned makes an impact.

6,699,241,798

drink containers returned so far

628 77%

of NSW adults have participated in Return and Earn

88%

of NSW adults support the scheme

80%

satisfaction among scheme participants

1.88 billion

containers returned via return points in the last 12 months

175 million

containers returned via return points last month

543 million

containers returned via return points last quarter

2.16 billion

containers returned via kerbside since commencement

125 million

containers returned via kerbside collection last quarter

475 million

containers returned via kerbside collection in the last 12 months

625,500

tonnes of materials recycled since commencement

30,000

tonnes of materials recycled last quarter

164,200

tonnes of materials recycled in the last 12 months

72%

of containers supplied redeemed through the scheme (network + kerbside) last quarter

63%

of containers supplied redeemed through the scheme (network + kerbside) since commencement

67%

of containers supplied redeemed through the scheme (network + kerbside) in the last 12 months

$28.4 million

returned to charities and community groups via donations and fees since scheme commencement.

6,699,241,798

Drink containers returned so far

628 77%

Participation (NSW adults 18+)

88%

NSW adults 18+ support the scheme*

80%

Satisfaction among scheme participants*

1.81 billion

containers returned via return points in the last 12 months

144 million

containers returned via return points last month

295 million

containers returned via return points last quarter

174,900 tonnes

of materials recycled in the last 12 months

595,500 tonnes

of materials recycled since commencement

39,200 tonnes

of materials recycled last quarter

2.04 billion

containers returned via kerbside since commencemenet

106 million

containers returned via kerbside collection last quarter

456 million

containers returned via kerbside collection in the last 12 months

72%

of containers supplied redeemed through the scheme (network + kerbside) last quarter

67%

of containers supplied redeemed through the scheme (network + kerbside) in the last 12 months

63%

of containers supplied redeemed through the scheme (network + kerbside) since commencement

$15.5 million

Returned to charities and community groups since scheme commencement via donations and fees for hosting return points.

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How does Return and Earn work?

Collect eligible containers

Find out which containers can be returned through Return and Earn for 10 cents each.

Take containers to a return point

There are different types of return points available. Find the one nearest or most convenient for you.

Get your refund or donate

Every eligible container is worth 10c. You can keep the refund or donate it to a worthy cause.

Get to know the return points

Compare and choose the right return point for you

Reverse Vending Machines

Self-service, convenient locations and ideal for up to 500 containers

Refund types

Donations

Bank Transfer*
Cash Voucher

Automated Depot

Staffed and offers additional services. Ideal for any no. of containers

Refund types

Donations

EFT
Cash

Enquire

Over the counter

Staffed and good for cash-in-hand refunds. Ideal for < 100 containers

Refund types

Donations

Cash

Enquire

Reverse Vending Centre

Self service with multiple machines Ideal for any no. of containers

Refund types

Donations

PayPal*
Voucher

*PayPal is available via My Tomra App

Donation Station

Self service and donations only. Ideal for on-the-go returns*

Refund types

Donations

*Donation stations cannot take glass