Make a return
There are hundreds of refund points across Victoria, so look out for your local. The network has more than 600 refund points.
Get involved
We’re excited to announce a partnership between Scouts Victoria and CDS Vic, designed to reward Scouts and Scout Groups for their commitment to container recycling.
To celebrate the upcoming first anniversary of the scheme's launch, CDS Vic will launch an interactive installation at Scienceworks to educate young Victorians about recycling.
CDS Vic is proud to announce its groundbreaking partnership with Tennis Victoria. This exciting initiative aims to reduce waste, promote recycling, and support grassroots tennis communities across the state to raise funds.
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Get ready to make change Victoria
You can now exchange eligible drink containers for 10 cents. Together we can make a positive difference to our community and our environment.
Find your nearest refund point
More than 600 refund points are now open across Victoria.
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3
Latest news and updates
Behind the scenes: SES Emerald refund point
For the Victorian SES Emerald Unit, being a partner of Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme provides a major opportunity for community engagement.
Hamilton club bowls a win with CDS Vic
When the Hamilton Bowling Club first heard about CDS Vic, they immediately saw its potential for fundraising.
Beau Miles goes the extra mile with container returns
When CDS Vic launched in November 2023, Youtuber Beau Miles and his friend Jimma planned to be among the first in line to return their eligible drink containers – all 9,625 of them!
That’s a lot of change
Every eligible drink container returned contributes to our circular economy. By participating, Victorians are:
- Creating clean streams of recycling
- Reducing litter
- Earning change for themselves, their communities and charities
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