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Organic Waste Services Overview

Organic waste services are designed to handle food and garden waste, turning it into compost or renewable energy instead of landfill. By separating organics from general waste, businesses and households can cut disposal costs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support a circular economy.

✅ What Organic Waste Services Cover

  • Food waste – fruit, vegetables, meat, fish, dairy, bread, rice, and other food scraps

  • Garden waste – grass clippings, leaves, small branches, flowers, and weeds

  • Compostable paper products – napkins, paper towels, tissues (if not contaminated with chemicals)

  • Coffee grounds, tea leaves, and filters

  • Certified compostable packaging and liners – AS 4736 or AS 5810 compliant

❌ What Organic Waste Services Do Not Cover

  • Plastic bags and packaging – unless certified compostable with the correct logo

  • Glass, metal, or rigid plastics – these belong in commingled recycling

  • Liquids – oils, soups, milk, and other liquids should not be poured in

  • Hazardous waste – chemicals, paints, or cleaning products

  • Large timber or treated wood – not suitable for composting streams

Household Context

Households usually have a green-lid bin (FOGO: Food Organics & Garden Organics) for food and garden waste. Correct use means less landfill waste, fewer odours in general waste bins, and better environmental outcomes.

Business Benefits

  • Cost savings – separating food waste reduces general waste disposal volumes and fees

  • Compliance – helps businesses meet sustainability targets and regulatory obligations

  • Sustainability – organics are turned into compost, soil conditioners, or renewable energy

  • Cleaner bins – less food in general waste means fewer odours and pests

Quick Reference

Accepted Not Accepted
Food scraps (fruit, veg, meat, dairy) Plastic bags (unless compostable)
Garden clippings & leaves Glass, metal, rigid plastics
Coffee grounds, tea bags Liquids (oil, soup, milk)
Compostable packaging & liners Hazardous waste (chemicals, paint)
Paper towels, napkins Large or treated timber

Best Practices Summary

  1. Keep organics separate from general waste and recycling.

  2. Use compostable liners in bins—never plastic bags.

  3. Avoid liquids and contaminants that reduce compost quality.

  4. Businesses should educate staff to ensure correct separation.

Conclusion: Turning Organics Into a Resource

Organic waste services transform food and garden waste into valuable resources instead of landfill. By using these bins correctly, you’ll cut costs, reduce emissions, and support a cleaner, more sustainable future.

👉 Check out Waster’s Organic Food Waste bin options today in our online shop.