Zero waste rebates

What is the Zero Waste Rebate program?

The Zero Waste Rebate program is an action item in our Rethinking Waste Plan 2021-2030, which outlines our goal to become a low waste city. It is one of several items that will support our community to become leaders in clean, sustainable living. 

As part of the rebate program, residents can claim a rebate on the purchase price of reusable nappies, reusable sanitary products, shopping carts, composting bins and composting tools.

Why is Council providing this rebate program?

Investing in reusable items at home is a great way to reduce waste and save on costs in the long term. In fact, by choosing reusable nappies, parents can save up to $2000 per child. However, the upfront costs of purchasing reusable nappies or sanitary items can be costly. Council is looking to support residents by providing a rebate on these products, to encourage people to trial reusable items at home.

We have expanded the program to include shopping carts.  We recognise the need for some residents to be able to have a cart to transport their goods home and hope this initiative will reduce the use or supermarket trolleys and eliminate trolley dumping across the municipality. 

How does it work?

Residents can claim a rebate for reusable nappies, reusable sanitary products, shopping carts, compost bins or composting tools, up to the limits as listed below.

Rebate categories

Reusable nappy items

Items include: reusable nappies, reusable inserts, reusable swim nappies, reusable baby wipes, wet bags for reusable nappies, reusable nursing pads.

Rebate: 50% of your purchase price up to $200 spent. *Maximum rebate $100

Reusable sanitary items

Items include: reusable sanitary pads, leak proof underwear, reusable sanitary cups, wet bags for sanitary items. 

Rebate: 50% of your purchase price up to $200 spent. *Maximum rebate $100

Composting tools

Items include compost bins, worm farms, bokashi bins, grains and liquid, and compost aerator, worms, and kitchen caddy. 

Rebate: 50% of your purchase price up to $200 spent. *Maximum $100 refund.

Shopping carts

Items include collapsible shopping carts made from sustainable materials such as metal, aluminium and cloth with minimal plastic parts.

Please consider supporting a local business or purchasing within Australia to lower emissions with logistics.

Rebate: 50% of your purchase price up to $200 spent. *Maximum rebate $100

How to apply

Online Form

To apply for a Zero Waste Rebate, click on the below button and fill in the online application form. You will need a copy of your receipt and proof that you live in the City of Whittlesea.

Apply for a Zero Waste Rebate