...because recycling makes cents
 

OUR Mission:

Make change

At Mackay Recycling we are making it simple, safe and easy for the Mackay community to recycle through the Containers for Change program… because recycling makes cents.

 

Scheme Expansion - Wine & Spirit bottles now refundable

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Scheme Expansion - Wine & Spirit bottles now refundable 〰️

NEW CONTAINERS ELIGIBLE

Cheers to wine & spirit bottles now recyclable through the Containers for Change Scheme at Mackay Recycling.

Mackay Recycling is now accepting glass wine and spirit bottles between 150ml and 3L. That’s even more containers eligible for a 10-cent refund!

To receive your refund directly to your bank account or via PayPal, simply sign up for a Containers for Change scheme ID to use at Mackay Recycling.

Click below to sign up:


How Mackay Recycling works

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COLLECT CONTAINERS

Collect your empty, eligible drink containers for recycling and prepare them for drop off.

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DROP OFF

Bring in your eligible containers to Mackay Recycling, located in Mackay Harbour.

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REFUND OR DONATE

Collect your refund via cash, scheme ID or you can choose to donate the money.

 

Still have more questions? Visit our FAQ.

 

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