Which containers you can cash in

Eligible

Glass, plastic, steel and liquid paperboard containers between 150ml and 3 litres can be returned. You will receive a 10 cent refund for every eligible beverage container.

To be eligible the beverage container must:

  • Have contained a beverage product that is not excluded from the scheme.
  • Newly accepted containers may not show the 10ยข mark yet, but they’re still accepted at our refund points.
  • Be an approved container. Some containers are made out of materials that cannot be recycled.

Beverage containers not eligible for a refund include those that are smaller than 150ml or larger than 3 litres.

Ineligible

Beverage containers not eligible for a refund include those that are smaller than 150ml or larger than 3 litres.

Other exclusions include:

  • Plain milk containers
  • Yakult containers
  • Registered health tonics