15/04/2021
JUST ANNOUNCED:
We've just released the final design for our container deposit scheme.
By 2023, we'll be rolling it out to shopping centres, drive through depots and mobile collection points for events and festivals – where Victorians will be able to return cans, bottles and cartons to collection points across the state, in exchange for cash.
In a win for community groups – charities and sports clubs will be able to operate collection points, allowing them to collect cash and raise funds.
We'll also have more recycled materials ready to be reused for major projects, like our big infrastructure builds – instead of heading to landfill. And with that, comes more local jobs too.
The final design released today outlines a rollout that will make sure collection points are accessible for everyone. And by cleaning up our state, Victorians will be earning cash at the same time.
That's a win for everyone.