“This milestone at the St Marys Depot is a great example of what happens when a community gets behind Return and Earn. Every container returned here is helping reduce litter, support local jobs and raise real funds for causes that matter. It’s a credit to the community who’ve made it part of their everyday lives.

James Dorney, CEO of network operator TOMRA Cleanaway.

St Marys is celebrating a major milestone with local residents, schools, sporting clubs and businesses returning an incredible 10 million eligible bottles, cans and cartons through the St Mary’s Return and Earn Depot since it opened in September 2025, turning everyday recycling into real environmental and community impact.

“We’re proud of the dedication and enthusiasm shown by St Marys’ locals in embracing the scheme and the St Marys Return and Earn Depot,” said Chris Comyns, NSW General Manager TOMRA Collection Australia. “Together, we’ve not only achieved a significant environmental milestone but strengthened our community, proving what big differences can be made when we put in a collective effort.”

Operated by TOMRA Collection Australia, the St Marys Depot provides a convenient and welcoming container deposit depot for the local community. Whether you’re dropping off a handful of eligible drink containers or arriving with larger volumes such as bulk bins, bales, ute loads or truckloads, the Return and Earn depot is equipped to make the process quick and hassle-free. With friendly staff on hand to assist, customers can enjoy a smooth return experience while contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable environment.

The depot offers an easy way for individuals, families, community groups and businesses to turn their containers into extra cash through the container deposit scheme. For those looking to make an even greater impact, refunds can also be donated to a chosen charity or community organisation, helping support important local causes. By making container recycling simple, accessible and rewarding, the St Marys Depot is helping the community reduce waste, increase recycling rates and give valuable materials a second life.

The equivalent environmental impact to:

• 137 Households’ worth of energy saved for a year
• 24 Olympic sized pools of water conserved
• 726 Cars of CO2 emissions off the road for a year

Return and Earn makes it easy to give back; locals can donate their refund to one of over 600 donation partners on the Return and Earn App, including The Leukaemia Foundation who provide practical and financial support to over 170,000 Australians who live with blood cancer.

St Marys’ Return and Earn Depot is at 89 Dunheved Circuit, St Marys, NSW 2760.

For more information, visit www.returnandearn.org.au