The lid’s off container deposit return scheme

By Murray Silby

Nov 1, 2023

**Plastics sorted:** One of the high-tech machines FOOTT has introduced in Shepparton as part of its role in the state’s container deposit scheme. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Victorians can now return the eligible bottles and cans as part of the state’s container deposit scheme, which launched on November 1.

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Information on refund points, where people could claim a 10₵ refund for every eligible can, carton and bottle they returned, and other information is available at cdsvic.org.au

Last week, about 80 people gathered for the launch of the container deposit scheme at FOOTT depot in Shepparton.

FOOTT, in collaboration with Network Operator Visy, started servicing the northern regions on Wednesday.

Health board positions available

Victorian Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas has called for applications for part-time director positions at NCN Health.

The roles start on July 1, 2024, for two to three years.

NCN Health was created from the voluntary amalgamation of the Nathalia, Cobram and Numurkah health services in 2019.

It provides a range of health services in Moira Shire.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, November 19.

For information, visit www.health.vic.gov.au/board-applications

**Hybrid meeting:** The Goulburn Murray Credit Union’s annual meeting will be a hybrid virtual and in-person meeting on November 22. Photo by Murray Silby

GMCU AGM

Goulburn Murray Credit Union Co-Operative Limited’s annual general meeting for members is on November 22 from 7.30pm.

The hybrid meeting, to be held at the Museum of Vehicle Evolution and virtually, will include voting and opportunities to comment and ask questions.

The meeting will include the financial, directors’ and auditor’s reports for the past financial year.

For information, visit www.gmcu.com.au

Manufacturing grants

Small to medium-sized manufacturing businesses needing a cash injection to upgrade improve technology and productivity can apply for grants of up to $250,000.

Grants through the Victorian Government’s Made in Victoria – Manufacturing Growth Program are now available.

Jobs and Industry Minister Natalie Hutchins said businesses could use the grants to adopt new technology, improve productivity and competitiveness in local and global supply chains, upskill workers and create new jobs.

For information, visit business.vic.gov.au/mgp2