Food Waste

WASTE CREATED FROM FOOD IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOU THINK.

For many businesses, food waste isn’t just an environmental issue, it’s a hidden cost that affects day-to-day operations, profitability, and compliance.

Did you realise that:

The average food business discards 30% of its overall food.
Most of the food thrown away is actually usable and edible
Food waste drives up labour, storage and disposal costs.
New compliance requirements mean potential fines.

Food waste is a pressing issue in Australia, with a staggering 5.3 million tonnes sent to landfill each year. Not only does food waste add to landfill volumes, it also has far-reaching environmental impacts, as rotting food releases methane gas. Want to know more about why Food Waste is a problem? Click HERE.

With this knowledge in mind, the NSW Environmental Protection Authority introduced new regulations from 1 July 2026, with fines that can apply for non-compliance. So, what can we do? Educate ourselves and look for solutions.

New EPA Food Waste regulations that impact you

Since July 2026, larger businesses have needed to separate food waste from general waste, with the rules rolling out in stages to more sectors and business sizes through to 2030. From small cafes, canteens and childcare centres, to schools and aged care – businesses dealing with bulk food will all be impacted over time.

If you’re a smaller business not yet in scope, it’s worth preparing early. These changes take time to implement, and your compliance date will arrive faster than you think.

We know this means changes for your kitchen team: new processes, some training, and adjusting your setup. The good news? Our BBP team is here to support you through it. From helpful links, calculators and resources to one-on-one support.

What should I do?

Start with the basics and get hands on: check what’s going in your bin, and find out if you have a FOGO service. Then try these steps.

Click the calculator to see when and how the regulations will affect you.
Investigate the resources below for tips, guides and education to reduce your food waste.
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Contact BBP for your Free Food Waste Review.

How can BBP help you?

Let us conduct a quick waste review and check your waste bill to ensure you’re compliant with FOGO mandates while maximising value.
We guide your staff so they understand exactly what goes into food organics and how to incorporate this into your space with ease.
We provide clear signage and internal FOGO bins to ensure every waste station is consistent, making waste separation simple across food preparation, service and disposal areas.
We can also review your waste collection schedule to optimise your service, helping you get the most out of your waste management while measuring the impact of diverting food waste from landfill.