Container Deposit Scheme has reached Cobram

By Georgia Tacey

Dec 1, 2023

Cash for cans: The Container Deposit Scheme has arrived in Cobram. Photo by Contributed

The Victorian Container Deposit Scheme service has opened in Cobram.

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The facility officially opened on Monday, November 27 and people in Cobram are now able to access the scheme and exchange their eligible aluminium, glass and plastic containers for a 10-cent refund.

FOOTT director Jenny Foott said the response from the Cobram community had been outstanding.

“It has been fantastic, beyond our expectations,” she said.

“This is a fabulous opportunity for the community to engage with recycling.”

The new service also features Australian-made Smart Counter machines, a new feature at the Cobram centre.

New service: The Cobram centre includes two Australian-made Smart Counter machines. Photo by Contributed

“There are two machines on-site at Cobram, and staff are on hand to assist,” Ms Foott said.

“The system is easy and efficient to use, and it does not take too long to process the eligible containers.”

Community members have been heading to the centre throughout the week to get their money back.

“We’ve heard of people going for walks and taking a bag with them to collect cans along the rivers,” Ms Foott said.

Ms Foott also said residents could download the CDS Vic North app and deposit the money straight into their bank account or donate it to community groups and organisations.

“The money stays within the community,” she said.

“The Cobram community can benefit from the financial and environmental rewards.”