“Our community is passionate about sustainability, and the introduction of FOGO is a major milestone in our waste management journey,” Hamblin said.
The Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) initiative is a cornerstone of the State Government’s Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Strategy 2030, which focuses on increasing resource recovery and reducing environmental harm from waste to landfill.
By collecting food scraps and garden waste separately each week, local councils can convert organic material into nutrient-rich compost and soil products for use in agriculture, landscaping, and public spaces.
The success of the program depends on residents sorting their waste correctly. Residents are encouraged to consult their local council’s guidelines to ensure they are correctly disposing of items in the appropriate bins. Keeping FOGO bins free from contamination ensures the compost produced is clean and useful for local gardens, parks, and farms.
Rockingham is the 25th local government in Western Australia to adopt this sustainable waste solution. The Better Bins Plus: Go FOGO program, administered by the Waste Authority, has helped fund the city’s transition, supporting the setup costs and a comprehensive community education campaign.
Environment Minister Matthew Swinbourn said Western Australians are eager to do their part for the environment, and the FOGO system makes it easier than ever to recycle food and garden waste.
“FOGO is a simple, effective way to reduce landfill, improve recycling, and protect our environment for future generations,” Swinbourn said.
“When residents sort their waste correctly, FOGO can truly make a difference.”
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