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Good news: Our new bag collection service is now available for Parramatta LGA locals!

Bin service sign-ups temporarily paused due to high demand. Visit us in person either at Mascot or Silverwater.

Recycle smart, earn big.

We make Return and Earn simple, rewarding and impactful for businesses and individuals, delivering comprehensive recycling services that turn containers into cash while reducing landfill.

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Transforming waste together

We're dedicated to making recycling easy. Every eligible drink container can be returned for a 10 cent refund. With two automated depots in Mascot and Silverwater, we're committed to helping Sydney recycle better.

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EXPLORE OUR SERVICES

Mascot Return and Earn Depot

A simple drive-in experience with plenty of parking and fast processing, 7 days a week. Get paid your way - cash on the spot, bank transfer, or donate to a charity of your choice.

Truck picking up containers

We bring the process to you. Create an account, and we’ll supply your bins, collect them from your home, and replace them with empty ones. You'll receive your refund via bank transfer on a monthly basis.

Living in Parramatta and surrounding suburbs? You'll also be eligible for our bag collection.

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City Return and Earn offers recycling bins, regular collections, and quick container processing for commercial clients, enhancing your corporate social responsibility and providing container refunds.

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We provide comprehensive recycling services for events, tailoring our services to suit your needs. Our team is specialised at large volume waste management and have a sustainable solution for all types of events or functions.

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We provide recycling bins and manages collections for government, educational, and institutional clients, ensuring efficient waste management and regular refunds.

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Rent or purchase high-quality reusable cups, plates, bowls, and cutlery with custom branding options and full-service support for logistics, cleaning, and delivery.

Friendly and efficient. Makes it easy to recycle!Spencer McDonald
what makes us different

Innovative Recycling Solutions

City Return and Earn offers unique and efficient recycling solutions tailored to meet the needs of our community. Our comprehensive services ensure that recycling is convenient, accessible, and beneficial for everyone.

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Efficient onsite equipment

From the moment you hand over your containers to receiving your refund, our bulk container processing is incredibly fast, ensuring a seamless experience.

Community focused

We are dedicated to serving our community by providing recycling services that benefit everyone including educational programs, local events and initiatives.

Accessible facilities

Our facilities are designed to be easily accessible. Our depots are step-free, wide access paths and have clear signages so everyone, including those with mobility challenges, can recycle with ease.

Sustainable

Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. Our processes are designed to minimise waste and maximise the recovery of recyclable materials.

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the numbers speak for themselves

37,680

kilograms of waste are saved each week by recycling our weekly average of 628,000 containers, which is equivalent to 4 garbage trucks.

100

plastics bottles recycled can save 587.42 litres of water; the equivalent to showering for 66 minutes.

628k

containers are recycled weekly, on average.

Featured Case Studies

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Case Study - Spilt Milk
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Case Study - Lost Paradise
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Case Study - Qantas

Take Action Today for a Greener Tomorrow

Join us in our mission to reduce environmental impact and build a greener community for generations to come.

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