How Cairns Recycling Increased Throughput and Improved Customer Experience with the BRT
Corporate, Community
June 29, 2026
With seven sites located in Queensland, Cairns Recycling provides container refund services to the local community and commercial customers throughout northern Qld. Following the installation of the CDS Bulk Redemption Terminal (BRT), the Portsmith site has improved processing efficiency while creating additional capacity for future growth.
Should You Return Containers With Lids On or Off? Here’s What You Need to Know
Community
June 15, 2026
While lids may seem harmless, they can pose a serious safety risk during processing if the facility isn’t equipped to handle sealed container. That’s why guidelines differ across Australia depending on the technology used at each refund point. Learn what's the go-to at different Australian locations.
On 1 May 2025, Tasmania officially launched its Container Refund Scheme, becoming the final Australian state to embrace this impactful environmental initiative.
At Hoxton’s Berwick depot, they’re lucky to have regulars like Paul. A true community hero, Paul has turned a simple side hustle into a way to explore the world, all while making a difference for the planet.
