The container refund scheme aims to reduce beverage container litter in the environment. The containers eligible for a refund are those most commonly consumed outside of the home and so, are more likely to end up in the environment.

Some ineligible containers are difficult to process and recycle whether that be from the size of the container or the material it’s made from. Accepting these containers may increase scheme costs beyond a sustainable amount.

Don’t forget that most ineligible containers can still be recycled through local government recycling programs.