By TOM HAYES
LATROBE Valley Enterprises (LVE) officially opened its newest Container Deposit Scheme depot in Moe earlier this week.
Located at 40 Bell Street, Moe, the initiative is set to bring a positive impact to the community, fostering sustainable employment opportunities and promoting a circular economy through recycling.
“Latrobe Valley Enterprises and Return It have been collaborating for nearly a year to bring this opportunity to fruition,” LVE Chief Executive, Suzanne Lewis said.
“There has been a lot of work involved, but we’re excited that we’ve achieved our goal for the community.”
LVE has partnered with Return It to launch the Moe depot, which is set to serve as a vital resource for residents looking to recycle their containers responsibly.
According to LVE, the opening of this facility not only supports environmental sustainability, but also creates purposeful job opportunities for individuals in the community, living with disabilities.
“This initiative will generate up to six job opportunities for individuals living with disabilities. It aligns perfectly with our goals of providing sustainable and meaningful employment, promoting inclusivity within the community and enhancing environmental sustainability,” Ms Lewis said.
As a social enterprise, LVE is dedicated to providing meaningful and sustainable employment, ensuring that everyone has a chance to thrive.
The Moe Container Deposit Scheme depot will operate Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 4.30pm, and on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 3.30pm. The depot will be closed on all public holidays.
In addition to the Container Deposit Scheme Depot in Moe, LVE offers the container deposit scheme drive through depot in Morwell (547 Princes Drive) as well as a diverse range of services, including sign making, commercial grounds maintenance, recycling, secure document destruction, and business support services.
“The Morwell Container Deposit Scheme initiative has been very successful. Since we began operations on November 1, 2023, the team has processed 13 million containers,” Ms Lewis said.
“This initiative has proven to be a great fit with LVE’s mission of providing meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities, promoting social inclusion, and making a positive impact on the community and the environment.
“I believe we can all agree these initiatives are designed to empower individuals within the community and contribute to a more sustainable future.”
For more information about Latrobe Valley Enterprises, phone 5134 1555.
