News
9 March, 2025
Somerset new recycle refund
SOMERSET Valley residents can now recycle their eligible beverage containers in exchange for the 10-cent refund at new several Containers for Change bag drops.
Bag drops allow residents to return their containers at a time that is convenient for them by depositing their containers in a sturdy bag, with their Containers for Change member number and name written on it, at the permanent bag drop site.
Members will receive their refund via electronic financial transfer or PayPal once the containers have been collected, transported, and counted by local operator Queensland Container Recycling, which is owned by Leigh Armstrong.
“We’re a proud family-owned business with a passion for sustainability and a commitment to making a positive impact on our environment,” Mr. Armstrong said. “These new bag drops are part of our plan to provide effective recycling solutions. We’re always looking for opportunities to increase recycling rates and welcome residents, businesses, community groups, and events to get in touch to learn more about how we can support them with container collection.”
The five new bag drops are located at Walloon State School, Rising Sun Hotel in Rosewood, Coominya Waste Transfer Station, Harlin Waste Transfer Station, and Kilcoy Waste Transfer Station. Another bag drop is scheduled to open at Marburg State School in the coming months. Pop-ups are also available during limited times at Fernvale Futures Centre, Pipliner Park opposite the tennis courts in Esk, and the Kilcoy Visitor Information Centre.
