Average revenue by village size.
| Village | Annual revenue | Annual profit | Hours / week (team) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 homes | $2,700 | $2,700 | 1 hr / week |
| 200 homes | $5,400 | $5,400 | 2 hrs / week |
| 300 homes | $8,100 | $8,100 | 2–3 hrs / week |
Figures are per total homes, not per participating home. The benchmark already reflects realistic partial participation; you don't need full village uptake to hit these numbers.
Benefits to the village.
Visible environmental contribution residents can be proud of.
Low-barrier way for residents to contribute who can't or won't volunteer at events.
Sustainability story to attract prospective buyers.
Funds flow back into village amenities. Closes the loop on resident contribution.
Setup actions.
Register with Container Exchange (CoEx)
Sign the association up at containersforchange.com.au. Free, online, no commitment.
Link the Scheme ID to the bank account
Refunds direct-deposit each time bags are dropped off.
Order branded bins
120L or 240L from the official online shop. Clean, clearly labelled, purposeful.
Place 4–6 bins at high-traffic spots
Clubhouse, BBQ area, pool, mailbox area.
Recruit 2–3 container coordinators
Fortnightly rotation, around 1 hour per fortnight each.
Announce launch
Via BillabongLife notifications and clubhouse posters.
Operating model.
Where BillabongLife fits.
Roster, notifications, and a monthly newsletter line.
Containers for Change runs almost entirely on Silver. The activity calendar handles the drop-off rotation; bulk-email keeps residents engaged with a monthly stat in the newsletter. No Gold features required.