Rebates for reusable alternatives

 

The rebates for cloth nappy and reusable sanitary products has now ended for the 2022/ 20223 Financial Year. Council has provided 92 rebates to residents during the trial. We are in the process of evaluating the opportunities for reusable rebates for 2023 / 2024 Financial Year.

Reduce your waste, help the environment and save money!

Waverley Council is running a trial program for one year, offering residents a rebate for the purchase of cloth nappies and reusable sanitary products making it more affordable than ever for you to try these eco-friendly options and move away from single use products.

Each household in the Waverley council area is eligible for one rebate per category. Separate applications are required for each category. Apply for your rebate today, before funds run out or the rebate closes on the 1st June 2023.

This project is a NSW Environment Protection Authority Waste Less, Recycle More initiative, funded from the waste levy.

 

Cloth Nappies

50% of the purchase price up to $100 (i.e. spend $200 to receive $100 back!) Includes cloth and swim nappies, reusable inner liner for nappies, reusable nappy hire costs, reusable wipes and wet bags.

  
 

Reusable Sanitary Products

50% of the purchase price up to $50 (i.e. spend $100 to receive $50 back!). Includes reusable pads, period cups, period underwear, incontinence underwear and wet bags.

  
  
 Apply for your rebate
Why are we offering this rebate?

Waverley Council is committed to becoming a zero-waste community and transitioning towards a circular economy. Surprisingly, nappies and sanitary products make up around 6% of waste generated in Waverley. On average, women and people who menstruate use approximately 11,000 disposable menstrual products in their lifetime which equates to around 200kgs of single-use waste. Single-use nappies have a similarly detrimental impact on the environment with one child using approximately 4,000 – 6,000 disposable nappies, all of which end up in landfill and take 150+ years to break down. While making the switch can cost a little more upfront, in the long run these products can save you $1,000s!

What does the rebate cover?

  • cloth and swim nappies
  • reusable inner liner for nappies
  • reusable nappy hire costs
  • reusable wipes
  • reusable pads
  • period cups
  • period underwear
  • incontinence underwear
  • wet bags

Am I eligible?

To be eligible you must be a Waverley resident, provide a proof of purchase and adhere to the following terms and conditions.

Terms and conditions:

  • Maximum rebate amount is 50% of purchase price up to $100 for cloth nappies and up to $50 for sanitary products.
  • Waverley residents can claim a maximum of one 'Nappy' rebate and one 'Sanitary' rebate per household. Separate applications must be made for each program.
  • Rebates includes cloth and swim nappies, reusable inner liner for nappies, reusable nappy hire, reusable wipes, sanitary pads, sanitary cups, leak-proof underwear, incontinence underwear and wet bags.
  • Rebates do not include transport costs, postage or single-use items.
  • To apply for the rebate, you will need to complete the online application form.
  • The applicant must provide proof of residence in Waverley Council area.
  • The applicant must provide a copy of the receipt or proof of purchase. The receipt must include the retailer’s name, date and a clear identification of name and cost of each individual item purchased.
  • Proof of purchase must be no older than three months and dated no earlier than 1 August 2022.
  • Waverley Council holds the right to reject any applications.
  • The timeframe of this rebate offer depends on the funds available.

 Apply for your rebate

This project is a NSW Environment Protection Authority Waste Less, Recycle More initiative, funded from the waste levy.