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Your local container return point might be closer than you think
Did you know there are more Containers for Change locations than McDonald's restaurants in Queensland?
So how close is your local return point? Spoiler alert: it's probably closer than you think.
Cooper takes on Kokoda Challenge with support from Browns Plains Bottles & Cans
Living with Cerebral Palsy has never slowed Loganlea State High School student, Cooper, down.
He's now taking on the 18km Kokoda Challenge with his team ‘The Rollers and Strollers’, with support from Browns Plains Bottles & Cans.
World Environment Day 2025: 4 Easy Ways to Help #BeatPlasticPollution with Containers for Change
Plastic pollution is one of the most fixable environmental challenges, with clear, achievable solutions already within reach.
Here are four simple ways you can help!
Origin still a win with milestone four million containers collected
In May 2025, one lucky State of Origin Game I attendee unknowingly recycled the four-millionth container through Containers for Change at a Stadiums Queensland venue.
Eight-year-old 'Can-do' kid Manaia returns 10,000 containers
Have you ever wondered if recycling your 10-cent containers really makes a difference?
Just ask eight-year-old Manaia Arbuckle from Cairns, who returned 10,000 containers, and donated half of her profits to the Ronald McDonald House.
QLD vs NSW – Which state will return more containers for Little Wings?
At Containers for Change, we know that small actions can have big impacts. Like how your empty drink containers can help fuel free flights for seriously ill children.
How might you ask? Through the incredible work of Little Wings.
How to donate your empty containers and make a difference
With over 9,000 charities, schools and fundraising groups registered in the Containers for Change network, you can turn your empties into support for a cause you care about.
Sea World Foundation and Containers for Change Team Up to Protect Our Oceans
Sea World Foundation and Containers for Change have announced an exciting new partnership aimed at tackling ocean pollution and promoting recycling efforts across Queensland.
Cheers to Health and Sustainability: Cairns Hospital Leads the Way
Saving lives while helping save the environment is the goal of a groundbreaking partnership between the Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation, Containers for Change and Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service.
Eight billion containers returned through refund scheme
The Containers for Change scheme has put $800 million back in Queenslanders’ pockets. The scheme has continued to grow from strength to strength. It has taken just six months to reach this latest milestone, after the seven billionth container was returned in September 2023.
Turning containers into change for charity
Did you know that collecting containers is one of the easiest ways to donate to a charity or community group?
Top five reasons to recycle with Containers for Change
There are more reasons to recycle bottles and cans than just getting a 10-cent refund.
Raising funds for families at risk
See how not-for-profit organisation, Hearts of Purple are using container recycling donations to help fund the important work they do supporting people at risk of high-risk domestic violence situations.
Cheers to cashing in on spirits and wine
Get excited, Queensland! Glass wine and spirit bottles are now part of the range of eligible containers you can cash in for a 10-cent refund. We've put together a guide to help you get started.
Bright spark shines through scheme
We shine a light on one of our recycling superstars, Clayton from IMPACT Community Services.
Taking care of our furry friends
Meet the team from CQ Pet Rescue who are using container refunds to take care of our furry friends.
