A Mildura charity has raised thousands of dollars through CDS Vic. We spoke with them about how they made their Cans for Canines collection program such a success.

For Craigieburn resident Mohammed Kalassina, returning containers through CDS Vic has become a powerful way to support families in need overseas.

For hundreds of international students in Geelong, moving to Australia means finding their feet in a new country — often far from family, friends and familiar support networks.

A Bendigo roller derby club is using funds raised through CDS Vic to help members compete in interstate tournaments.

See how a Murray River houseboat business has recycled more than 80,000 drink containers through CDS Vic, helping keep the river clean while giving refunds back to local community groups.

At around $10 to $15 a week, Shashi estimates he has raised approximately $1,000 through CDS Vic. The money goes back to the cause that has been at the centre of his work for decades: children, through the Royal Children’s Hospital and Monash Children’s Hospital.

Across Victoria, local footy clubs are at the heart of their communities. Now, some of the very best have been recognised for the work they’re doing with Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme.

At the end of last year, we held a competition to find our biggest fans. In a happy twist of fate, it turns out we’re huge fans of them too.

At Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic), we see every day how small actions – like returning a can or bottle – can create meaningful change.