Food waste
Brisbane City Council's Food Waste program aims to reduce the volume of food waste going to Brisbane landfill each year.
Learn about food waste in Brisbane and simple changes you can make to save money and create a cleaner, greener city with less waste.
Every action adds up
Composting at home
Garden waste and fruit and vegetable scraps can be composted at home to improve your garden's health.
Buy local, in season and in supply
When you buy fruit and vegetables that are local, in season and in supply, they cost less, taste better and last longer.
Food waste in Brisbane
Food waste makes up approximately a quarter of Brisbane's general household waste. Reduce your food waste and save money, help the environment and eat a healthier diet.
Preventing food waste from school lunchboxes
Our food waste experts have tips to help parents and carers develop a food waste prevention routine when preparing school lunchboxes.
4 ways banana peels can help your plants
Use our blog to learn simple ideas to save money and reduce waste to landfill by using banana peels in your garden.
Planning meals
Planning your meals and preparing a shopping list can help you save time and money and help to prevent food waste.
Prepare food
Check out our handy food tips to help you prepare meals, snacks and leftovers and reduce your food waste.
Store food
Knowing how to store food correctly can save money, time and food.
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