Benalla CDS Vic FOOTT depot

22 Irwin Road,
Benalla VIC 3672

Depot Hours

Monday – Saturday:
8:00am – 4:00pm
(Closed public holidays)

Directions to Benalla depots

Directions from Benalla town centre

Travel east along Bridge Street East and straight through large roundabout. Travelling along this same road (now Sydney Road) take a right hand turn into Enterprise Drive and first left into Irwin Road. The depot is almost at the end of the road on the right hand side.

Directions from Hume Highway

Exit left off Hume Highway at Benalla turnoff and travel west towards Benalla. Turn left into Enterprise Drive and first left turn into Irwin Road. The depot is almost at the end of the road on the right hand side.

Download the CDS Vic North App today

You can download the CDS Vic North App to:

Register your bank details
Receive a digital refund instantly
Donate to a charity
Inbuilt scanner to check container eligibility

What can you return as part of the 10c refund scheme?

When depositing 10 cent refund containers remember, eligible containers must:

Be clean
Free of waste
Empty of fluids
Lids on
No crushed cans
No broken glass
No metal caps
No straws in Tetra Paks
No crushed plastic bottles

CDS Vic FOOTT depots

FOOTT CDS Vic Depots operate in Shepparton, Benalla, Yarrawonga and Cobram.

Our depots have friendly staff on hand to guide you. Automated counting machines efficiently process small and large numbers of cans and bottles, making it quick and easy to get your refund.

CDS Vic eligible drink containers are sized between 150ml and 3 litres, and are smaller portable containers, such as glass or plastic bottles, aluminium drink cans, containers and juice containers. All eligible containers will display a label marked ‘10c’.

For further information on CDS Vic eligible containers visit https://cdsvic.org.au/eligible-containers For further information on CDS Vic visit https://cdsvic.org.au/

Container Deposit Scheme FAQs

Can I return cans and bottles?

Yes. Any cans, bottles or cartons that display the 10c refund mark that are eligible to be returned in Victoria, can be returned at a FOOTT depot.

How does FOOTT participate in CDS Vic?

FOOTT operates four CDS Vic depots in Shepparton, Benalla, Cobram and Yarrawonga. Our sites have automated counting machines and a great team who are ready to help. FOOTT also process and transport returned containers for one third of the state on behalf of the state.

How long does it take to receive a refund through the CDS Vic North App?

Refunds processed through the CDS Vic North App typically take 24 to 72 hours after your eligible containers are returned and counted. The funds are transferred directly to your nominated bank account.

What happens to containers after they’re returned?

FOOTT collects, sorts, and prepares eligible containers for delivery to accredited recycling facilities.

Can I receive my refund in my bank account?

Yes. By registering on the CDS Vic North App, you can:

Scan containers to check eligibility
Link your bank account
Receive digital refunds directly to your account
Choose to donate your refund to a cause of your choice

Can I donate my container refund to a charity or community group?

Yes. Through the CDS Vic North App, you can choose a registered school, sports club, or local charity to receive your refund.

What types of drink containers are eligible for the 10-cent refund?

Eligible containers include:

Aluminium drink cans
Glass bottles
PET and HDPE plastic bottles
Juice cartons and flavoured milk cartons

All eligible containers must display the 10c refund marking. You can check eligibility using the CDS Vic North App.

Can I request a pickup for the Container Deposit Scheme?

No. FOOTT does not provide CDS Vic pickups. We do collect many other materials such as cardboard, food waste and organics, construction, industrial and demolition waste, liquid waste and bulk off-spec and out-of-date material.