FOGO and compost

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FOGO stands for Food Organics and Garden Organics.

Under the FOGO service, all types of organic materials - from food scraps to lawn clippings and much more - can be placed in the bright green lidded organics kerbside collection bin.

The City of Hobart also has introduced FOGO bins into the community as part of its commitment to reducing waste and promoting sustainability. Our FOGO public place bins are currently located at the following sites:

  • Legacy Park, Soldiers Memorial Oval and Domain Athletics Centre (Queens Domain)
  • Darcy St Park (South Hobart)
  • John Turnbull dog exercise area (Lenah Valley)
  • Cornelian Bay (New Town)
  • The Springs (Fern Tree)

How to use your FOGO bin

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)


Composting at home

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Learn how to compost at home with the free booklet Home Composting in Hobart.

This booklet was released by the City as part of efforts to achieve zero waste to landfill by 2030.

Produced by Good Life Permaculture, with illustrations by local artist Rachel Tribout, the booklet provides strategies and techniques for composting food waste.

It covers topics from worm farms to keeping chooks, as well as advice for common composting problems and how to build a no-dig garden.

Home Composting in Hobart(PDF, 3MB)

The following flyers are also great resources on specific composting topics:


Compost and mulch sales

Compost and mulch sales

The McRobies Gully Waste Management Centre (the tip) processes garden waste to produce mulch and certified organic compost. The City sells this mulch and compost and also uses it in parks and at the tip.

Compost and mulch can be purchased at McRobies Gully Waste Management Centre (the tip). Please note that delivery is not available.

For general and bulk compost inquiries call 0429 803 135 - Monday to Friday between 7.30 am and 4 pm.

For weekend enquiries call the tollbooth on 03 6238 2581.

For all fees and charges please refer to our Fees and Charges page.