Wine & Spirit Bottles Now Accepted
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Glass wine and spirit bottles between 150mL and 3L are now eligible for a 10-cent refund at container refund points across Queensland.
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Are glass wine and spirit bottles accepted at all refund points?
Yes, wine and pure spirit glass bottles with a volume between 150ml and 3 litres are accepted at all refund points regardless of the type you use – depot, bag drop, home collection, pop-up, or reverse vending machine. If you have a large load of wine and spirit bottles we recommend returning at a depot where there will be staff on hand to assist you.
Do the eligible wine and spirit bottles need to have the 10c mark on them?
The Queensland Government has given wine and spirit manufacturers until January 2027 to display the 10-cent refund marking on their labels. During this grace period eligible glass wine and spirit bottles can be returned for a refund without the 10-cent mark.
Can I return boxed (cask) wine and cocktails?
No, only glass bottles that have contained wine and pure spirits will be eligible for a 10- cent refund. Check the recycling instructions on the packaging for the correct way to dispose of your wine box.
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