Strathbogie Shire Council has today announced FOOTT as its new waste collection partner, with services to commence from 1 July.
Under the new contract, FOOTT will manage the collection of all household waste, recycling, organics, and the newly introduced, purple-lidded glass-only bin, helping Council deliver a more efficient and environmentally responsible waste service.
Mayor, Claire Ewart-Kennedy welcomed the new partnership, saying it reflects Council’s commitment to sustainable solutions and local investment.
“We’re excited to welcome FOOTT as our new waste services provider. This partnership will not only improve service delivery but also support a regional business and keep more of our waste processing closer to home,” Mayor Ewart-Kennedy said.
“We also thank our residents for embracing the purple-lidded glass bin. By separating glass at the kerbside, we reduce contamination in other recycling streams and keep more materials out of landfill.”
Mayor Ewart-Kennedy noted that while the transition is expected to go smoothly, some minor disruptions are possible in the early stages of the transition.
“As with any changeover, there may be a few teething issues during the first few weeks. We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding.”
“FOOTT our new waste collection contractor, use more advanced technology than the previous provider. Their trucks are equipped with onboard cameras and GPS tracking. This means they can verify whether a bin was out at the time of collection.
“FOOTT will only return to collect bins that were genuinely missed at the time of collection. If you believe your bin was missed, please contact Council. FOOTT will review the GPS and camera footage to investigate and determine the outcome.
“Council looks forward to working closely with FOOTT to deliver high-quality, reliable, and environmentally responsible waste services across the Shire,” the Mayor said.
