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.

For example, from a collection of 500 eligible containers, you’ll earn $35. Our Pickup Service is ideal for households and businesses that are pressed for time and have volumes ranging from 250 – 5,000 containers per pickup.

Where do we pick up from?

Check your home, business or school location

Our Pickup Service is available across Sydney, Central Coast, Newcastle, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Melbourne, Bendigo and Darwin. Click your state below to find your suburb, and update the postcode in your Account Details to make a booking.

If we’re not there yet, sign up to get notified as we keep expanding.

What can I recycle?

Check for a 10¢ refund symbol

Bottles and cans with a 10¢ refund symbol can be recycled. They need to be liquid-free, uncrushed and with its barcode intact. Wine and spirits aren’t part of the scheme, except in Queensland. Lids must be removed in Queensland and the Northern Territory.

What are Envirobank Orange Bags?

The easiest way to collect bottles and cans

Our iconic Orange Bags are reusable (just keep them out of the sun do they don’t fall apart). We’ll replace them each time we pick up. If you don’t have Orange Bags, you can use your own cardboard boxes or bags for collection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why can’t I book a pickup for my suburb?
Check our NSW, VIC, NT and QLD service areas. If your suburb is there, log in to your account and update the postcode in your Account Details to make a booking. Some postcode areas aren’t included yet, but we’re continually expanding our coverage. Make sure to sign up and subscribe to our newsletter to be notified when new postcode areas are added. Everyone is welcome to sign up and join our waitlist.

How many containers do I need to book a pickup?
You’ll need roughly 250 containers. If you’re using our Orange bags, that’s 5 bags worth. Don’t worry too much about hand counting your containers to meet the exact minimum – make a booking and we’ll do the counting for you.

Do I have to use Orange bags?
No, you can use your own bags or cardboard boxes (just ensure they don’t break). If you prefer our Orange bags, you only need to pay for them once, and we’ll replace them with an equal number during each pickup. If you are using Orange bags, here’s a guide on how to use them (no double knots, please).

Where should I put my containers on collection day?
Place your bags and boxes of containers in a secure, accessible location. Ensure there are no obstacles like dogs, locked gates, or stairs, and provide clear instructions on how to find them in your booking notes. If you’re using cardboard boxes, avoid leaving them in the rain or damp areas on collection day. Here’s some DO’s and DON’Ts to help you prep your pickup the right way.

Do I need to meet the pickup driver?
No, our Pickup Service can be contactless. However, if you don’t have a safe place to leave your containers on collection day, make sure you’re available at the collection address between 8am–4pm and leave a note in your booking to “call [04xx xxx xxx] on arrival” so you can hand them to us directly. Unfortunately we’re not able to guarantee a specific time of arrival.

How do I get paid?
You can cash out via PayPal, redeem for eGift Cards, donate, or transfer to Velocity 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.

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.