Recycling just got rewarding!
Visit our CDS Collection Points and get 10¢ for every container you recycle!
We accept crushed cans.
No limit on how many you can return.
Visit our Wonthaggi & Cowes Depot.
7 days a week.
Get cash on the spot or EFT deposit if you have a registered Scheme ID using CDS Vic East app.
Stop throwing your money away!
By collecting and recycling with Can Collect, you can earn money PLUS help divert thousands of containers from general waste streams and landfill.
1 . Collect
Collect your eligible drink containers.
The more you collect, the more you can earn.
TIP: Ask your neighbours for their empty containers too!
2 . Return
Bring your containers to a Can Collect depot.
Use our fast, smart counting machines to return them in minutes!
3 . Earn
Get paid on the spot!
Choose cash, EFT if you have a registered Scheme ID using the CDS VIC East app, or donate to a local community group, charity, or foundation.
Our ESG Impact
30 million containers returned
150 local community partners across Bass Coast & South Gippsland
Free school education workshops for primary and secondary students about the Container Deposit Scheme
Free CDS collection equipment and support for charities and community groups
Employment opportunities for disadvantaged members of the community
36 Inverloch Road, Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Wonthaggi Depot →
“Today we went to recycle our cans & bottles for the first time. Super friendly and helpful staff. We will be back again, keep up the great work!”
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14 Harvey Drive, Cowes VIC 3992
Phillip Island Depot →
“Staff are always so friendly and helpful, even offered to help bring can into the depot from my car. Staff should be praised and recognised for their quality of service. Thank you Harvey Drive depot staff.”
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