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.
AFL Victoria and CDS Vic have teamed up to support local football clubs across the state in raising funds and promoting sustainability. Through this exciting partnership, CDS Vic is now the Official Recycling Partner of AFL Victoria until 2027.
About us
See our commitment to fraud and corruption control, and how to get in touch if you have any concerns
Building a stronger circular economy
CDS Vic is part of the Victorian Government's $515 million investment to transform the state's waste and recycling sector. Funded by contributions from the beverage industry, the scheme will contribute to Victoria's target of diverting 80% of all material away from landfill by 2030 and represents a significant milestone in our journey towards a circular economy.
Victorians use more than 3 billion drink containers every year. Sadly, many are not recycled, ending up in landfill and as litter in local communities across our state.
CDS Vic aims to:
- Increase recycling and reduce litter, cleaning up our environment
- Be convenient and accessible with many types and locations of refund points across Victoria
- Bring new jobs and economic opportunities for individuals, charity and community groups
Who makes it happen
VicReturnCDS Vic is managed by the scheme coordinator VicReturn, a not-for-profit organisation, that is funded by the beverage industry. VicReturn is responsible for financial operations, auditing, managing the risk of fraud and educating the community.
Zone OperatorsCDS Vic is a state-wide initiative designed to make it easy for all Victorians to participate - that's why we partner with our three Zone Operators who deliver the refund points in your local area. Our Zone Operators - Visy, Return-It and TOMRA Cleanaway - also manage refunds to customers and donation partners and ensure the proper recycling of containers.
Victoria State GovernmentThe Victorian Government regulates the scheme to ensure efficient operation.
Zone Operators
How it works:
CDS Vic aims to be the most accessible container deposit scheme in Australia, rolling out hundreds of refund points across our state. Our 3 dedicated Zone Operators make this possible, with each operating 1 zone.
Within those zones, Zone Operators are responsible for establishing and maintaining their network of refund collection points.
Zone Operators are also responsible for:
Payments and refunds
Electronic payments and apps
Refund point operations and equipment
Enquiries relating to specific refund points
CDS Vic encompasses three zones: the North, East, and West zones.
For more information about each of our Zone Operators you can visit their websites by clicking the links below.
Want to know more?
General enquiries
If you'd like more information about CDS Vic, please contact us
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