Under new laws in NSW, from 1 July 2026 businesses that sell or handle food must separate food waste from general waste. Don’t get caught by the new legislation. Find out when your business needs to meet the new Food Waste (FOGO) Mandates from the NSW Environmental Protection Authority by using the compliance calculator below.
The businesses that will be affected include:
- Supermarkets
- Cafes and restaurants
- Schools and large childcare centres
- Hotels
- Aged care centres
With food waste requirements being rolled out in stages through to 2030, based on how often your bins are collected it’s important to know when your business must comply. Understanding your timeline now will help you avoid last-minute changes and stay ahead of the requirements. The NSW Government has created a simple calculator to show exactly what this means for your business. Take a few minutes to check it and start your food waste journey with confidence.
The Better Business Partnership can help you prepare for these new mandates and stay compliant—before fines apply. Our waste assessments support you to reduce your waste bill, even if you need to introduce a FOGO (green waste) collection service. We’ll help you prevent waste at the source and find practical ways to repurpose more within your business operations. You may also be eligible for grants and rebates of up to $50,000 to help fund waste management equipment. Explore our Food Waste resources and book your free food waste audit today.