Reverse Vending Machines
Self-service, convenient locations. Ideal for vouchers and electronic payments.
Reverse Vending Machines are self-service machines that you feed your containers into. The machine will then read the container barcode and either accept or reject the container based on its inclusion in Recycle Rewards.
Depot
Recycling centre that is staffed and ideal for larger loads.
Depots allow your 10c containers to be counted on the spot by an automated machine or by the staff. Some depots also offer a convenient drive-through service or a bag drop service (for members) where customers can drop and go.
They usually offer payment of all refund types.
Other ways to return
- Over the counter
Depots allow your 10c containers to be counted on the spot by an automated machine or by the staff. Some depots also offer a convenient drive-through service or a bag drop service (for members) where customers can drop and go.
- Donation point
Pass on your empty and clean drink containers to your local fundraisers. They may have a pop up refund point where you can drop them off.
Refund Point FAQ’s
Will the refund points have disability access?
The Network Operator must ensure that each refund point, including each Reverse Vending Machine, the area in which it is located, and the digital content provided at refund points is accessible to persons with a disability.
Each refund point will be compliant with;
- Disability Discrimination Act 1992
- Anti-discrimination Act 1998 (Tas)
- Disability (Access to premises -buildings) standards 2010 (premises standards); and
- Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1) Level AA.
Is there a way to find out if a machine is open or closed/full before I visit the site?
You will be able to search on the Recycle Rewards website for the RVM you are interested in visiting and details on current status will be shown. You will also be able to access this information through the Recycle Rewards App which will be available to download prior to 1 May 2025.
What is a bag drop?
Bag drops are available at certain depots as a convenient way to return your containers. They require a member number to process payment.
Save time by bagging up all your containers, and dropping them off at your local depot. You don’t need to wait while your containers recycled – our staff will take care of that for you. Your refund or donation will then appear on your Recycle Rewards app once the containers are counted.