New automated counting system at the Phillip Bulk Depot!
It is now faster and easier to return and process your drinks containers using the new automated counting system at …
Five new express return pods now open!
It is now even more convenient to get on board with the ACT Container Deposit Scheme (ACT CDS) with the …
ACT CDS celebrates one year anniversary
The ACT Container Deposit Scheme has completed one year since launch, and it has been a great year for the …
New return points now open at Farrer, Phillip and Evatt
The ACT Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) continues to grow, with Minister for City Services Chris Steel today announcing three new …
Give A Can – a new recycling initiative nourishing the ACT community
OzHarvest Canberra and The Green Shed have combined forces to create Give A Can, a new recycling initiative that’s nourishing the ACT community …
Young recycling trailblazer wins 2019 Young Canberra Citizen of the Year Award!
On Friday 12 April 2019, James Jayatilaka won the 2019 Young Canberra Citizen of the Year Award – Environment and …
Angus Sealy is recycling bottles to fund his way to Indonesia
Angus Sealy is an enterprising young man who cares for the environment. And he’s on a mission. He was recently …
Sharing Places started small, but is driving a grand recycling effort
The ACT Container Deposit Scheme has been running for less than a year but is growing, in both participation and …
Canberra to trial roads made of recycled plastic and glass
A new type of asphalt is being trialled on Canberra roads, starting with Gunghalin. What makes this asphalt unique and unlike …
New Anglicare Express Return Point Openings
The ACT CDS has an exciting announcement for keen recyclers! Two new Express Return Points have opened, meaning ACT residents …
Crowne Plaza Canberra doing good by recycling bottles and donating to charity
Crowne Plaza Canberra welcomes a high number of guests – and with high numbers of interstate and international visitors comes …
Cans in Crates, James’ young entrepreneurial spirit
There is an entrepreneurial spirit in the heart of the ACT’s community – and it is a young spirit to …
ACT CDS has arrived in Dundas Court, Phillip!
The ACT Container Deposit Scheme is going from strength to strength, with the recent opening of a new bulk depot in …
Harrison School making a big impact!
For the last few months students at Harrison School have been incorporating what they’ve been learning in business studies and …
The Canberra Community Supports Vinnies through Container Collection
Students at Daramalan College are putting their rubbish to good use. They, along with the Mantra Macarthur Hotel, Crowne Plaza …
Return your containers through ACT Container Deposit Scheme
The Australian Capital Territory saw the launch of a local container deposit scheme on the 30 June 2018, which aims …
St Nicholas Greek Australian Preschool puts container refunds to work
The ACT Container Deposit Scheme is continuing to encourage recycling in the community while reducing litter and the number of …
Taking the LEAD with the ACT Container Deposit Scheme
If you are one of ACT’s smart recyclers and return your eligible drink containers to the Fyshwick Depot, you will …
Going behind the scenes at the Fyshwick Depot
The Fyshwick Bulk Depot saw many members of the ACT community attend its Open Day on Friday 16 November. This savvy group …