Rebates
Penrith residents can claim a 50% rebate on the purchase of reusable nappies, sanitary products, rechargeable batteries, and sustainable food storage solutions, making it more affordable to go eco-friendly. Council rebates are provided to help reduce the upfront costs of reusable options, allowing you to reduce your waste in landfills by shifting from disposable, single-use products.
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Shop NowSurprisingly, absorbent hygiene wastes such as sanitary items and nappies are among the largest contributors to household waste in Penrith, with audits showing that by weight, these products make up 10% of the material collected through the red-lidded residual waste bin.
Reusable products may cost a little more up-front, but in the long term, they can save you upwards of $1,000 a year. These rebates are being offered as an incentive to help reduce the upfront costs of reusable options, and encourage the shift away from single-use products. Helping to reduce waste, and save money!
A few conditions apply:
- The rebate is for 50% of the purchase price of eligible eligible products (max $100).
- This rebate is only for reusable pads, cups, period underwear, and wet bags.
- Only one claim per household.
- You must upload an itemised receipt showing the date of purchase.
- Purchased items claimed for in previous rounds are not eligible for a second rebate under round four of the scheme.
- View the full terms and conditions
When do I get the rebate?
Up to 2 weeks from claim approval.