Council’s Cloth Nappy Reimbursement Program

15 Mar 2023

Strathbogie Shire Council residents is offering residents a one-off reimbursement to cover half the costs of cloth nappies and associated accessories.

The Cloth Nappy Reimbursement Program was created to encourage local families to reduce waste produced by disposable nappies.

Strathbogie Shire Council Mayor Cr Laura Binks explained why cloth nappies were a better alternative for the environment.

“Disposable Nappies currently make up around 10 per cent of Australia’s waste going to landfill,” Cr Binks said.

“They take up a huge amount of space, can take up to 500 years to decompose and release a significant amount of methane in the decomposition process.”

Cr Binks said Council was excited to offer 50 per cent off the purchase price of cloth nappies and accessories.

“We’re offering a maximum of $150, or 50 per cent off the purchase price, to Shire residents to purchase cloth and swim nappies, reusable liners for nappies, reusable wipes, wet bags and reusable nursing breast pads,” Cr Binks said.

“It’s a fantastic way to get on board with cloth nappies as we know, based on studies, if washed correctly, can also generate less energy and water usage as well as significantly reducing around 20 times less waste going to landfill.

“All residents need to do is to provide proof of address via a recent rates notice, utility bill, lease agreement or similar as well as the receipt of purchase which includes the company, date purchased, and the cost and name of items,” she said.

“If you need any further assistance, don’t hesitate to contact Council.”

Cr Binks said all parents needed to do was download the application form which can be emailed to info@strathbogie.vic.gov.au

Also check the online fillable form below:

Cloth Nappy Reimbursement Application

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A one off rebate for 50% of the purchase price of cloth nappies and accessories (to a max of $150) this includes; cloth and swim nappies, reusable liners for nappies, reusable wipes, wet bags and reusable nursing breast pads.
To claim the rebate you must provide:
  • Proof of residency (e.g. rates notice, recent utility bill, lease agreement)
  • Receipt of purchase which includes; company of purchase, date of purchase and cost and name of items
Name*
Address*
Date items purchased*
Please enter a number less than or equal to 150.00.
(50% of purchased items up to $150)

Please attach the following

Max. file size: 20 MB.
(e.g. rates notice, recent utility bill, lease agreement)
Max. file size: 20 MB.
(must include: company of purchase, date of purchase and cost and name of items)
Once your claim has been approved you will be contacted to advise your reimbursement is available for collection from one of our Customer Service Officers. We will not be providing electronic payments during the trial phase of this process. Apologies for any inconvenience.