As part of the rebate program, residents can claim a rebate on the purchase price of reusable nappies, reusable sanitary products or composting materials. 

Investing in reusable items at home is a great way to reduce household rubbish. They can also 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 and discover which items suit them best.

Residents can claim 50 per cent of what you spend on reusable nappies, reusable sanitary products or composting materials, up to the limits listed below. For example, if you spend $80 on a worm farm, you may be eligible for a rebate of $40. 

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. (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 rebate $100) 

Shopping carts: 

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

Rebate: 50% of your purchase price up to $200 spent (maximum rebate $100).

Whittlesea residents can claim a rebate.

• Phone: (03) 9217 2170
• Email: resource.recovery@whittlesea.vic.gov.au