![]() Groups can also apply to become a donation partner on reverse vending machines and receive donations from people using the machine. This enables people to donate simply by inserting their eligible drink containers in the machine, selecting the ‘donate’ option and choosing a group. Where relevant, donations of $2 or more will be issued with a receipt to claim a tax deduction. In 2020, over 100 million containers were processed through Vinnies’ automated depots and over-the-counter return points. ![]() These groups can seek donations of eligible drink containers from the community and redeem them for a refund at a return point.Ĭharities, community groups and social enterprises can apply to the network operator to set up and run collection points. Vinnies is a great example of a social enterprise which has embraced the scheme and has become a much-valued part of Return and Earn. Return and Earn provides a unique fundraising opportunity for charities, schools, community and sporting groups. These items can still go into household recycling and includeįundraise or donate through Return and Earn Containers not eligible for a refundĬontainers not accepted in the scheme are often consumed at home and do not qualify for a refund. If a container isn't eligible for a refund, please use a recycling bin. It is important that containers are empty, uncrushed, unbroken and have the original label attached. If you are unsure, you can check using this tool. The best way to identify an eligible container is by the 10c refund marking. Most empty 150-millilitre to 3-litre drink containers are eligible for a 10-cent refund when presented to a NSW return point. MRFs are required to negotiate a refund sharing arrangement with councils that supply their kerbside material.Įligible drink containers are those most commonly found as litter in NSW. Materials recovery facilities (MRFs) receive a refund on every eligible container they collect through the council kerbside recycling system. ![]()
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