Start recycling with Cash for Containers NT.
Get a 10 cent refund for every eligible container
Earn a 10¢ refund for every eligible drink container you return through Cash for Containers NT.
Look for the 10¢ refund symbol on eligible bottles, cans, cartons and drink containers, then visit your nearest Envirobank Cash for Containers drop-off location in the Northern Territory or use our convenient Pickup Service to start earning your refunds.
From 1 July, the scheme is expanding to include eligible spirit and wine containers, giving Territorians even more opportunities to recycle and earn refunds.
Learn more about the expanded scheme and check eligible container types in the Fact Sheet.
Our Services
Drop-off
Find a container refund drop-off point near you. If you have a bulk load, we recommend heading to one of our high-speed depots. We’ll process your containers in bulk, and our friendly depot rangers will pay you on the spot.
Pickup
Looking for a convenient bottle and can collection service? Whether you’re a household, business or school, we’ll come to you and pay you for your containers.
How it works
Collect
Check bottles and cans have a 10¢ refund symbol and the barcode intact. Most aluminium, glass, plastic, steel and liquid paperboard drink containers between 150ml and 3L are eligible.
Recycle
Take your containers to a drop-off location or book a pickup.
Earn
You’ll receive 10¢ for every eligible container you return which you can keep or donate. It’s a tax-free refund.
What can I recycle?
Check for a 10¢ refund symbol
Bottles and cans displaying a 10¢ refund symbol are eligible for recycling. They need to be liquid-free, uncrushed and have the barcode intact. Lids must be removed. Wine, spirits, milk and cordial bottles aren’t accepted under the Northern Territory’s Container Deposit Scheme.
Get your workplace, school or community group involved
Raise funds through collective recycling
Recycling through Cash for Containers is a simple and engaging way for community groups and schools to raise much-needed funds; while also helping businesses achieve their sustainability goals and reduce landfill waste.