Book a pickup for your bottle and can recycling.
We’ll collect your 10¢ containers and pay you for them
Recycling 10¢ bottles and cans has never been easier! Book a 100% Clean Recycling Pickup and we’ll collect your refundable containers from your doorstep.
Households, businesses, schools and community groups can enjoy hassle-free recycling, guaranteed refunds, and peace of mind knowing eligible containers are recycled into a 100% clean, contamination-free waste stream.
How it works
1. Sign up
Create an account and update your postcode in your account details.
2. Collect containers
Fill your durable bags or cardboard boxes with 10¢ refundable bottles and cans, or use our reusable Orange bags. There’s a 250 container minimum to book.
3. Book a pickup
Log in to your account to book a pickup. Make sure to leave driver instructions in your booking notes.
4. Collection day
Leave your containers in a safe, accessible spot between 8am–4pm on collection day, or have them ready to hand over to a team member.
5. Container count
We’ll label and scan your bags and take them to our Depot to be counted. If you give us any Orange bags, we’ll provide replacement bags.
6. Get paid
You can cash out via PayPal, redeem for eGift Cards, donate, or transfer for Velocity Frequent Flyer Points.
What’s the pricing?
Get paid to recycle
For every 10¢ refundable container, we deduct a fee of 3¢ per container to provide you with the best service possible. That means you’ll receive 7¢ per container.
Where do we pick up from?
Check if your home, business or school location is in a service area
Our Pickup Service is available across NSW, VIC, QLD and the NT.
New South Wales: Greater Sydney, Central Coast, Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, parts of regional NSW
Victoria: Melbourne metropolitan area and Bendigo
Queensland: Greater Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast
Northern Territory: Greater Darwin
Click your state below to find your suburb.
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.
- In QLD, wine and spirit bottles are accepted, but milk and cordial bottles are not.
- In NSW, VIC and NT, wine, spirits, milk and cordial bottles aren’t accepted.
- Remove all lids before returning in QLD and NT.
What are Envirobank Orange Bags?
The easiest way to collect bottles and cans
Envirobank’s iconic Orange Bags are reusable and designed to make separating your recycling simple. Just keep Orange bags out of direct sunlight (UV will cause them to break down). If you don’t have Orange Bags, you can still use your own cardboard boxes or bags for collection.
For Northern Territory residents, we recommend our white UV-resistant bags, which are better suited to the local climate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can’t I book a pickup for my suburb?
Check if we service your area in NSW, VIC, NT or QLD. If your suburb’s listed, log in to your account and update the postcode in your Account Details to book a pickup. Available collection dates are based on your postcode. Don’t see your area yet? We’re expanding soon. Sign up for an account for updates.
How many containers do I need to book a pickup?
You’ll need 250 containers – about 5 Orange bags. Don’t worry about hand counting your containers to meet the exact minimum; just book a pickup and we’ll do the counting for you.
Do I have to use Orange bags?
You don’t have to use Orange Bags – sturdy bags or cardboard boxes work too (just ensure they don’t break). If you use our Orange Bags, buy them once and we’ll replace them each pickup. (Tip: no double knots please, here’s a guide on how to use them.) For NT residents, we recommend our white UV-resistant bags, which are better suited to the local climate.
Where should I put my containers on collection day?
Place your bags and boxes in a secure, accessible location, free of obstacles like dogs, gates, or stairs. Ensure you provide clear location instructions in your booking notes. Keep cardboard boxes dry. Check our DO’s and DON’Ts for a smooth pickup.
Do I need to meet the pickup driver?
No, pickups can be contactless. If you don’t have a safe spot to leave containers, be available between 8 am-4 pm and add a note in your booking to “call [04xx xxx xxx] on arrival.” Exact arrival times can’t be guaranteed.
How do I get paid?
You can cash out via PayPal, redeem for eGift Cards, donate, or transfer for Velocity Frequent Flyer Points.
How can I get the full 10¢ refund?
If you prefer to receive the full 10¢ refund, we recommend visiting one of our drop-off locations, such as our community Depots, which are always staffed and operate under Containers for Change, Return and Earn and Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme.
Do you have posters, checklists or resources available?
We have free resources to help make your recycling program a success. Download the school, business or community group resources today.