Cloth Nappy Rebate

Cloth Nappy Rebate

Learn how to make the switch from disposable to cloth nappies to save money, waste and the environment.

We are offering a cloth nappy rebate to reduce waste and encourage sustainable change.

City of Bayswater residents are able to apply for a 50% rebate of up to $100 for either the hire or purchase of modern cloth nappies. 

The rebate was supported by the WA Government and administered by the Waste Authority, and has been continued to be funded by the City of Bayswater.

Guide to Modern Cloth Nappies

 

Rebate examples:

You SpendRebate AvailableRebate Total
$5050% of spend refunded$25
$10050% of spend refunded$50
$15050% of spend refunded$75
$200Maximum amount of $100 refunded$100
Any amount over $200Maximum amount of $100 refunded$100

Workshops

Residents need to attend a Cloth Nappy Workshop from January 2022 onwards, organised by the City of Bayswater before applying for the rebate. This ensures that all the information and support needed to successfully transition to using cloth nappies is provided. You must apply for the rebate through your respective local council.

When attending a workshop facilitated by the City of Bayswater, please bring photo ID with your name and address as proof of residence.

Scheduled Workshops: 

DateTimeLocationRegistration
Saturday 13 April 20249.30 – 11.30amMorley LibraryRegister
Saturday 22 June 20249.30 – 11.30amMaylands LibraryRegistrations open 15/4/24

Types of nappies eligible for the rebate 

You can purchase modern cloth nappies through an Australian supplier (with an ABN). This includes all-in-ones, two-in-ones, swim nappies, terry/pre-fold nappies, and nappy liners, boosters, covers and inserts.

A hire option is also available from The Nappy Guru, which provides an opportunity to trial different brands, newborn options or night nappies before committing.

Only modern cloth nappies will be considered for this rebate. Accessories, for example wipes and wet bags, are not included. Postage costs are also not included.

If ineligible items are on the receipt along with eligible items, the rebate will only be applied to the eligible items rather than the total amount.

Please note that cloth nappies have to be purchased/hired after attending an eligible workshop. Any cloth nappies that have been purchased prior to attending a workshop are not eligible for the rebate.

Applying for the cloth nappy rebate

To be eligible for this one off rebate, you must:

  • Be a City of Bayswater resident
  • Have attended an eligible Cloth Nappy Workshop facilitated by us (from January 2022 onwards)
  • Have purchased or hired cloth nappies after attending an eligible Cloth Nappy Workshop (up to 6 months after attending the workshop)
  • Have applied for the Cloth Nappy Rebate within 6 months of attending an eligible Cloth Nappy Workshop
  • Have not previously successfully applied for the Cloth Nappy Rebate

How to apply

The application form to apply for the Cloth Nappy Rebate will be sent to you after attending a Cloth Nappy Workshop.

Before you submit the form, make sure you have attached:

  • A copy of the cloth nappy hire or purchase receipt*, clearly stating the company name, date of payment, item names and cost
  • Proof of residence within the City of Bayswater (either a driver’s license with your full name and address or a lease agreement, rates notice, or utility bill with your full name and address and dated within 3 months of the application submission)

Please ensure you have provided all the correct information and supporting documentation so we can process your application as quickly as possible.

If successful, you will receive a rebate payment via EFT to your nominated bank account. Rebates cannot be given in the form of cash or cheques.

Please note the Cloth Nappy Rebate can only be accessed once per household.

*This rebate does not include any transport, postage costs or cloth nappy accessories. Must be purchased or hired after attending the workshop.

Contact us

If you have any queries, please contact the City's Waste Education Officers on 9272 0964 or fogo@bayswater.wa.gov.au

FAQs

1 - Why use cloth nappies?

By switching from disposable to reusable cloth nappies and other reusable baby items, households with young children can substantially reduce the amount of general waste they generate, contributing to lower overall landfill volumes.

To learn more about cloth nappies, download the: Guide to Modern Cloth Nappies

2 - How do I apply?

Follow the steps below:

  • Attend a Cloth Nappy Workshop:

To be eligible for the rebate, you must first attend a cloth nappy workshop facilitated by the City of Bayswater or Town of Bassendean. This is to ensure you have the information and support needed to successfully transition to using cloth nappies. Please bring photo ID with your name and address for proof of residence within the City of Bayswater.

  • Complete and Submit a Cloth Nappy Application Form

Once you’ve attended a workshop, you’ll receive access to the application form. Please complete the application form and submit along with:

-           A copy of the cloth nappy hire or purchase receipt

-           Proof of residence within the City of Bayswater (e.g. rates notice, drivers’ license, utility bill).

  • Assessment

Your application will be assessed to ensure you have:

-           Attended a cloth nappy workshop

-           Not already successfully received the cloth nappy rebate

-           Submitted an application form

-           Attached a copy of the cloth nappy hire or purchase receipt, dated after the workshop date

-           Attached a proof of residence within the City of Bayswater

You will be contacted about the outcome of your application.

  • Refund Payment

You will receive a refund payment via EFT into the bank account nominated in your application form. Refunds cannot be given in the form of cash or cheques. 

Please contact the City's Waste Education Officers on 9272 0964 or fogo@bayswater.wa.gov.au for further queries

3 - How do I know the outcome of the application?

You will be contacted about the outcome of your application. If your application is successful, the rebate will be sent to you. Applications might not be successful if you:

  • Didn’t attend a cloth nappy workshop
  • Have already successfully received the cloth nappy rebate
  • Didn’t attach a copy of the cloth nappy hire or purchase receipt
  • Didn’t attach a proof of residence within the City of Bayswater
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