If you need more FOGO bags, check your local council first. Some Australian councils provide compostable kitchen caddy liners free to residents, while others direct residents to supermarkets, hardware stores or approved retail options.
You can also find compostable caddy liners at retailers such as Woolworths, Coles and Bunnings, depending on current stock and location.
Before buying, check your local FOGO rules. A bag labelled “biodegradable” or even “compostable” is not automatically accepted by every council or receiving composting facility.
For many Australian FOGO programs, the key requirement is an accepted compostable kitchen caddy liner displaying the required AS 4736 certification mark.
Where Can You Get FOGO Bags?
| Option | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Local council | Free liners, annual allocation, pickup points or online ordering |
| Woolworths | Check current stock, size and AS 4736 certification |
| Coles | Check current stock, product label and council acceptance |
| Hardware stores | Availability varies by store and location |
| Online retailers | Check certification, liner size and delivery cost |
| Specialist suppliers | Useful for larger quantities and specific sizes |
Your local council rules should always take priority. FOGO liner requirements can vary between council areas and composting facilities.
Check Your Local Council First
For residents asking “where to get FOGO bags” or “how to get more FOGO bags,” the local council website should usually be the first place to check.
Council supply arrangements vary. Depending on where you live, replacement FOGO liners may be:
- delivered after an online request
- collected from council offices
- available from libraries or community facilities
- supplied as part of a FOGO starter kit
- provided in a limited annual allocation
- purchased independently from an approved retailer
For example, residents in some council areas can order or collect replacement FOGO liners directly from local facilities. See Order FOGO caddies & liners – Randwick City Council, FOGO Caddy Liners – City of Wollongong, How to Use Your FOGO Bin – City of Boroondara, and FOGO – City of Swan for examples of current council supply arrangements.
Council arrangements may change, so always check your own council website before travelling to a collection point or ordering replacement liners.
Where to Get Free FOGO Bags
Some Australian councils provide FOGO kitchen caddy liners free to eligible households.
Free liner arrangements differ by council. For example, residents can check Order FOGO caddies & liners – Randwick City Council for replacement-liner ordering, while FOGO Caddy Liners – City of Wollongong lists current collection locations for replacement caddy liners.
Always check your local council’s current FOGO information because eligibility, quantities and collection methods may change.
How you receive them depends on the council. Some councils deliver replacement rolls, while others provide collection points at council offices, libraries, recycling centres or community facilities.
If your council does not provide free liners, you may be asked to buy an accepted compostable liner yourself.
Before purchasing, check:
- whether liners are required at all
- the required compostability standard
- the accepted certification mark
- the recommended caddy size
- whether a specific bag colour or type is required
If you are unsure, search your council website for “FOGO liners,” “FOGO caddy liners” or “replacement FOGO bags.”
Can You Buy FOGO Bags at Woolworths?
Woolworths currently lists compostable bin liners, including small kitchen and caddy-liner sizes. Product range, price and local availability can vary.
You can view a current example here: 8L Compostable Bin Liners at Woolworths.
Before using any retail liner in your FOGO service, check the product packaging for the required compostability certification and confirm that it is accepted by your local council.
Can You Buy FOGO Bags at Coles?
Coles currently lists compostable kitchen caddy liners. Availability, pack size and price may vary by location.
See a current example: Compostable Kitchen Bin Liners at Coles.
For FOGO use, check the actual product label and your local council requirements before purchasing. A product being marketed as “compostable” does not automatically mean it is accepted by every FOGO program.
Can You Get FOGO Bags at Bunnings?
Bunnings currently lists compostable bin liners. Product sizes and store availability vary, so check current stock before visiting.
See a current example: Compostable Bin Liners at Bunnings.
When buying liners for FOGO use, check the certification and liner size required by your local council rather than choosing a product based only on the retailer or “biodegradable” wording.
How to Order FOGO Bags Online
If your council does not provide replacement liners locally, online ordering may be another option.
You may be able to order through:
- your council’s online service portal
- supermarket websites
- hardware retailer websites
- specialist compostable-product retailers
Before ordering, check the liner capacity, dimensions, certification, pack quantity and delivery cost.
For council-provided liners, always use the official council ordering page rather than assuming replacement bags must be purchased.
FOGO Bag Rules Vary by Council
There is no single Australia-wide rule for FOGO bags. Requirements can vary between councils, collection contractors and receiving composting facilities.
Some councils provide free compostable caddy liners, while others ask residents to purchase approved liners themselves. Accepted liner size, colour, certification and use requirements may also differ between local programs.
Always check your local council requirements before buying or using FOGO bags.
For more information about council and procurement requirements, see Australian Council FOGO Requirements.
What to Check Before Buying FOGO Bags
Before buying replacement FOGO bags, check these five points.
1. Local Council Acceptance
Start with your council’s FOGO instructions. An accepted product in one council area may not automatically be accepted in another.
2. Compostability Certification
For many Australian kerbside FOGO programs, AS 4736 is the relevant commercial-composting standard.
For an example of current government guidance, see the NSW EPA FOGO liner requirements.
AS 5810 applies to home-composting claims and should not automatically be treated as a substitute for AS 4736 in a council FOGO service.
Always confirm the requirements of your own council and receiving facility.
3. Correct Caddy Size
Small council kitchen caddies commonly use liners around the 8L–10L range, but caddy dimensions vary.
Check the actual caddy size rather than relying only on litres.
4. Bag Fit and Performance
A liner should fit the caddy without excessive stretching or overhang.
Wet food scraps can increase load, so avoid overfilling the liner and follow the manufacturer’s storage and use instructions.
5. Product Label
Check the actual packaging for certification marks and current product information.
Do not rely only on terms such as “green,” “eco-friendly,” “plant-based,” “degradable” or “biodegradable.”
Compostable, Biodegradable and Plastic Bags Are Not the Same
Certified compostable liners are tested against defined compostability standards and may be accepted in FOGO programs where the applicable certification matches the local requirements.
Biodegradable or degradable bags should not be assumed to meet AS 4736 simply because they use environmental terminology.
Conventional plastic bags are not suitable substitutes for approved compostable FOGO caddy liners.
For a detailed comparison, see For a detailed explanation of these terms, see our Biodegradable vs Compostable Bags guide.
What Size FOGO Bag Do You Need?
| Liner Size | Typical Use | What to Check |
|---|---|---|
| 8L | Small council kitchen caddies | Actual caddy dimensions and council requirements |
| 10L | Small kitchen food-waste caddies | Fit, certification and bag overhang |
| 20L | Larger indoor food-waste bins | Bin dimensions and local program requirements |
| Larger sizes | Commercial or project-specific applications | Confirm whether full-bin liners are accepted |
Do not assume a liner fits simply because its stated litre capacity matches the bin.
For more detailed size and B2B specification information, see FOGO Bin Liners for Australian Council and Commercial Programs.
Can You Use FOGO Without a Bag?
In some council programs, yes.
Some councils allow food scraps to be placed directly into the kitchen caddy or outdoor FOGO bin without a liner. Others provide or recommend certified compostable caddy liners.
Paper or newspaper may also be accepted in some programs, but rules vary.
Before changing liner type, check your local FOGO instructions.
For more detail, see Are Bin Liners Allowed in FOGO Bins?
Need FOGO Liners for a Business, Council or Distribution Program?
This guide is mainly for residents looking for replacement FOGO bags.
If you are sourcing FOGO liners in bulk for a council, waste contractor, commercial organics program, distributor or private-label project, ORIZON provides custom B2B manufacturing for multiple liner sizes and specifications.
CTA: FOGO Bin Liners for B2B Supply
For certification and procurement requirements, see FOGO Certification Requirements.
FAQs
Where can I get FOGO bags?
Start with your local council. Depending on the area, FOGO liners may be supplied free, ordered online, collected from council facilities or purchased from supermarkets, hardware stores and online retailers.
Where can I get FOGO bags for free?
Some councils provide free FOGO caddy liners to eligible residents. Check your council’s FOGO or waste-services page for current replacement-liner arrangements.
How do I get more FOGO bags from my council?
Search your council website for replacement FOGO liners or caddy liners. Some councils offer online ordering, while others provide collection points at council offices, libraries or community facilities.
Can I buy FOGO bags at Woolworths?
Woolworths currently lists compostable bin and caddy liners. Check the product certification and confirm that the selected liner is accepted by your local FOGO program.
Does Coles sell FOGO bags?
Coles currently lists compostable kitchen caddy liners. Availability and product range vary by location, so check current stock and council requirements before purchasing.
Can I buy FOGO bags at Bunnings?
Bunnings currently sells compostable bin liners. Check store availability, liner size and certification before using a product in your FOGO service.
Where can I get FOGO bags near me?
Your local council website is the best starting point because it can tell you about nearby collection points, free replacement liners and local retailer requirements.
What certification should I look for on FOGO bags?
Many Australian FOGO programs require AS 4736-certified compostable kitchen caddy liners. Requirements vary, so always confirm the applicable standard with your council.
Can I use biodegradable bags in my FOGO bin?
Do not assume that a biodegradable bag is accepted. Check for the certification required by your local FOGO program and follow your council’s instructions.
Where Should You Go Next?
For household replacement FOGO bags, Order FOGO caddies & liners – Randwick City Council, then supermarkets, hardware stores or online retailers if additional liners are required.
For B2B, council, distributor or commercial FOGO liner procurement, visit FOGO Bin Liners for B2B Supply.
For certification questions, visit FOGO Certification Requirements.
