Find a collection point

Certain drink containers are able to be returned for a refund through the NSW container deposit scheme, Return and Earn.

Use the map search tool on the Return and Earn website to find a collection point in NSW.

What you can return

Items you can return for a refund

Eligible containers may include:

  • glass
  • plastic
  • aluminium
  • steel
  • liquid paperboard (cartons).

Containers need to be empty, uncrushed, unbroken and have the original label attached. 

Note: Not all containers are refundable. Wine, spirits, cordial and plain milk containers are not eligible for a refund and they are not accepted. You can still put these items in your household recycling.

Find out which containers the Return and Earn scheme accepts before you visit a collection point.

Check the container database

Use the Return and Earn Container Search to find information about containers registered with the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) for approval.

 

Last updated: 31 January 2025

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