Make Change with Your Containers

Support the Sea World Foundation’s vital marine conservation work by donating or recycling through Containers for Change, Queensland’s refund scheme that turns eligible drink containers into 10-cent refunds, helping reduce litter and raise funds for ocean protection.

Help the Sea World Foundation understand, protect and support the marine environment for future generations. We would greatly appreciate any donation or support you would be able to make to help us continue this vital work in supporting marine conservation.Did you know your empty drink containers can be turned into vital funds for ocean conservation? Sea World Foundation is proud to partner with Containers for Change Queensland! Containers for Change is Queensland’s container refund scheme that incentivises recycling and reduces litter by providing a 10 cent refund for eligible drink containers. Since its launch in 2019, over 8 billion containers have been returned, putting $800 million back into the pockets of communities and charities.

Be a Change Maker

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Watch Seal Guardians

Meet our incredible animal recycling ambassadors at the Seal Guardians' presentation at Sea World for an educational adventure that highlights the vital role we all play in protecting our planet! Our playful critters demonstrate the importance of properly disposing of drink containers and the impact of plastics on our waterways and oceans.

Recycle at Sea World

Visit the Seal Guardian’s presentation to see our recycling ambassadors in action. Then, drop off your bottles, cans and poppers at the Containers for Change bins throughout the park, and know that the 10c refund will go directly towards Sea World Foundation's critical conservation efforts.

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Recycle at home, school or work

Collect your eligible containers at home, school or work and return eligible containers to your local Containers for Change refund point or use the home collection service. Don't forget to choose Sea World Foundation as your charity of choice, extending your impact, by using member number C10601693!

Learn What’s Eligible

 

Most aluminium, glass, plastic, steel and liquid paperboard beverage containers between 150ml and 3L are eligible for a 10-cent refund. If you’re unsure, check via the Containers for Change website.

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