Tuesday, 29 October 2024

 Ella GEORGE (Lara) (14:50): (863) My question is for the Minister for Environment. How many containers have been recycled in the Lara electorate since the beginning of the container deposit scheme? This week marks one year since the CDS was introduced in Victoria, and across the Lara electorate I have heard from many, many residents over the last year who are making the most of the container deposit scheme. Whether it is local sporting clubs fundraising through the collection of drink containers or young children learning about the importance of saving, at the same time learning about the importance of recycling, the Lara electorate loves the CDS. It was great to hear the minister announce a competition where Scouts can collect containers to fundraise for their Scouting groups through the container deposit scheme. This competition not only rewards their efforts but also empowers young people to take responsibility for the environment and raise funds for their Scout groups. Again, my question to the minister is: how many containers have been recycled in the Lara electorate since the beginning of the container deposit scheme?