WA Environment Minister, Matthew Swinbourn, has welcomed the City of Stirling Council’s decision to begin a Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) trial.
With more than 243,000 residents across about 105 square kilometres, the Council is the State’s largest local government by population.
“The City’s decision to participate is another step towards FOGO being a permanent part of how we all deal with our household waste in the Perth and Peel regions,” said Minister Swinbourn.
FOGO helps households recycle more by separating food and garden waste from general rubbish so it can be turned into quality compost, reducing landfill and emissions while improving soils in parks, gardens, and farms.
“The City of Stirling coming on board is a milestone worth recognising.”
“When our biggest council starts its FOGO journey, it gives the community and industry confidence that this reform is permanent.
“FOGO is about recycling more for a cleaner State, so future generations can enjoy the economic and lifestyle benefits of a healthy environment.
“This trial will help turn kitchen and garden scraps into useful compost, reduce what goes to landfill, and cut emissions.
“I thank the City of Stirling for its leadership and look forward to the benefits this will deliver for local residents,” said the Minister.
The decision aligns with the State’s commitment to a consistent three-bin system across the Perth and Peel regions.
