5 reasons why you need a member number
There’s so many positives to recycling with Containers for Change – after all, it’s cash back in your pocket and litter off the streets. Win-win!
But did you know that by signing up for a member number (previously known as scheme ID), you can access more benefits to make your recycling experience even better?
In just a couple of minutes, you can become a fully-fledged change maker just by signing up for an account.
Not convinced? Check out the range of exclusive extras you’ll get by becoming a Containers for Change member.
1. UNLOCK CONVENIENT WAYS TO CASH IN
Most of us can relate to being time poor and we know it can be hard to find some spare time to visit your local refund point to make a return. With a member number, you can unlock our bag drop and home collection services.
Just label your bags with your member and mobile number and either drop them off at one of our bag drop refund points or book a free home pickup online.
Your refund will be transferred directly to your bank or PayPal account or donated to charity depending on your payment preferences in your account.
2. ENJOY DIGITAL REFUNDS
With more retailers going cashless, it’s easier and more convenient than ever to get your refund digitally.
When you cash in using your member number, you can get your refund sent straight to the account of your choice – whether that’s your bank account, PayPal or donated to a good cause. You can switch up your payment method at any time.
Many members have dedicated container savings accounts so they can see their refunds add up.
Needing cash for one of your returns? No worries, many of our depots offer cash refunds. Keep in mind, this won’t appear in your account if you don’t use your member number to cash in.
Find out what refund methods your local refund point has available here.
3. TRACK THE CHANGE YOU'RE MAKING
Your member number gives you access to a personalised account where you can do everything from tracking your refunds and switching your payment method to setting a container collection goal.
For an extra feel-good factor, if you donate your refund to a charity, school or community group using your member number, you can track donations in your account as well.
Every 10 cent refund adds up; you’ll be amazed at how quickly your total can grow.
Each container you return is one less container that goes to landfill and we love to celebrate that!
4. DOWNLOAD THE CONTAINERS FOR CHANGE APP
Did you know we have an app for that? Visit the Google Play or App Store and search for Containers for Change QLD or click here to download it.
By logging in to your member account, you’ll get exclusive access to a whole host of resources, games and tools – all in the palm of your hand.
Instantly view your total refunds and return history, find a refund point near you or make a home collection booking, use our handy eligibility barcode scanner and try to top the leaderboard in our fun games!
Stay tuned for even more fun later with new updates planned.
5. DONATE TO A GREAT CAUSE
Love collecting containers and want to make change for a charity, school or community group close to your heart? Your member number can be set to donate to your favourite cause.
Choose from one of our many registered causes in your payment preferences, and all refunds that are made with your member number will go straight to them.
You’ll still see the transaction in your account so you can keep track of the impact you’re making.
Sign up for a member number
Register for a member number and start making more from your recycling.
Change starts with our app
Our app is packed with special features to help you, from your member number barcode and return history to a container eligibility scanner and handy maps.