More than 57,000 households in the City of Rockingham now have access to the three-bin Food Organics, Garden Organics (FOGO) system.
- FOGO system rolled out to 57,400 City of Rockingham households.
- Rockingham becomes 25th Local Government to adopt FOGO.
- Supported by Cook Labor Government’s $20 million Better Bins Plus: Go FOGO program.
The rollout marks a milestone in Western Australia’s push to reduce landfill and lift recycling rates. It is a key component of the State Government’s Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Strategy 2030, which is focused on building a low-waste circular economy.
By collecting food and garden organics separately, Local Governments can turn household waste into high-quality compost and soil products used in agriculture, landscaping, and public spaces. The success of the system relies on residents doing their bit, only food, garden waste, and certified compostable caddy liners should go in the designated bin.
Keeping it free from contamination ensures the compost produced is clean, safe, and ready to use. Rockingham’s rollout is partly funded by the Better Bins Plus: Go FOGO program, run by the Waste Authority, which helps councils transition to the three-bin system.
“FOGO is about giving Rockingham residents the tools to live more sustainably, right from their own backyard. I know our community will embrace it,” said Rockingham MLA Magenta Marshall. “This is a win for local households and a win for the planet – FOGO will help us cut landfill, boost recycling, and build a cleaner, greener Rockingham.”
“Our community is passionate about sustainability, and the introduction of this system is a major milestone in our waste management journey,” said City of Rockingham Mayor Deb Hamblin. “This system will help residents divert more waste from landfill and contribute to a cleaner, greener Rockingham. FOGO will help our community improve the environment by turning food and garden waste into valuable products like nutrient-rich compost. FOGO is a smart, sustainable solution that benefits our environment, our economy, and our community.”