Young change makers
Little change makers making big change
From cleaning up their communities to raising money for causes they care about, these young change makers are proving you’re never too young to make a difference.
‘Can-do’ Cairns kid
At just nine years old, Manaia Arbuckle is already making every container count. Since 2024, she has returned more than 10,000 containers at her local Cairns depot.
Manaia splits her refunds between pocket money and donations to Ronald McDonald House, turning a simple recycling habit into something that gives back in more ways than one.
Know a young change maker?
If you know a young change maker using containers to make a difference, whether they’re cleaning up their community, raising funds for a cause or inspiring others to get involved, we’d love to hear their story.