By Aaron Cordy
THE rattles of cans and bottles began clanking through the automatic sorting machine when the Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic) was launched at the Foott Waste Solutions depot in Shepparton last week.
“The successful opening saw about 80-100 people roll through to take advantage of the scheme without any hitches,” said General Managers of Operations, Paul Heggart.
CDS Vic eligible drink containers are sized between 150ml and 3lt, and are smaller portable containers, such as glass or plastic bottles, aluminium drink cans, containers and juice containers. Most eligible containers will display a label marked ‘10c’. While staff remind people no liquid is to be left inside the containers and no plastic bags.
All customers must download the app to collect payment. Including charities and community groups who can register as a donation partner. Registered groups will be ready to accept donations from supporters once CDS.
Depots will have staff on-site to guide people through the process. Automated counting machines will then efficiently process containers, making the whole process quick and easy.
Site locations:
Shepparton
10 Carroll Road, Shepparton East.
Benalla
22 Irwin Road, Benalla.
Yarrawonga
97 Benalla-Yarrawonga Road, Yarrawonga.
Cobram (Opening November 27th)
5 Colgan Street, Cobram.
Hour: Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am – 4:00pm
