Monash residents are making a big impact through the Victorian Government's Container Deposit Scheme.
Between July and December 2025 more than 17 million cans and bottles were returned at collection sites in Monash - with people, clubs and community groups receiving 10 cents for each eligible container.
Local sporting clubs like Glen Waverley Bowls Club are benefiting. Club member Alan Clark regularly takes containers to a local collection point. The money raised helps support the club and funds the upkeep of its champions' trophies.
"We're grateful to Alan for taking on responsibility," club director Dan Osborne said. "It takes a dedicated member to get the program up and running."
"We've set up storage containers around the site to encourage members and guests to place them in the appropriate bins. It took a little while for people to respond, but now most go to the trouble of seeking out the containers."
Victorians have embraced the scheme in huge numbers, with 3 billion recyclable items returned since 2023. That's one of the reasons we're joining other councils to call on the Victorian Government to pause, listen and reflect, and review its direction for councils to introduce an additional glass-only recycling bin for residents.
You can support our advocacy by telling the Victorian Government what you think about the proposed glass bin.
There are Container Deposit collection points across Monash and neighbouring councils, find the nearest option to you.
