{"id":11769,"date":"2024-10-02T05:36:40","date_gmt":"2024-10-01T19:36:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.foodbank.org.au\/2024\/10\/02\/from-plate-to-bin-2\/"},"modified":"2025-09-15T14:51:12","modified_gmt":"2025-09-15T04:51:12","slug":"from-plate-to-bin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foodbank.org.au\/from-plate-to-bin\/","title":{"rendered":"From plate to bin: The hidden impact of \u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200buneaten food"},"content":{"rendered":"

From plate to bin:<\/span> the hidden impact of uneaten food <\/h1> <\/div>
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Food waste is a huge problem in Australia with 7.6m tonnes of food wasted each year, which is approximately 312kg per person per year.\u00a0 <\/h4> <\/div> <\/div>

If you\u2019ve ever cleaned out your fridge and found half-eaten leftovers or veggies that have seen better days, you\u2019re not alone. Food waste is a common issue in many households, but it\u2019s one that comes with a hidden cost\u2014 financially, socially and environmentally. Taking steps to reduce food waste at home can have a significant impact, not just on your budget, but on the broader community as well.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

Reducing food waste isn\u2019t just about doing the right thing for the environment \u2013 though that\u2019s a big part of it. It\u2019s also about making smart decisions and contributing to a stronger, more resilient community in Western Australia. By being more mindful of how we buy, store and consume foods, we can save money, help those in need, and build a better future for everyone. <\/b> <\/p>

Let\u2019s talk dollars and cents. The cost of food isn\u2019t just what you see at the checkout; it\u2019s also in the waste that ends up in your bin. Every time you throw away food, you\u2019re essentially throwing away money. Food waste can cost an average family of four in Australia $2,500 per year.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/p>

We have the answer. Foodbank WA\u2019s nom! programs <\/a><\/b>which teach evidence-based nutrition education and cooking.\u00a0 <\/p>

We have always covered food waste and how best to avoid it in our nom! workshops but have recently had an increase in interest from local governments in running food waste and sustainability one-off sessions. We hear your call and are here to answer it!\u00a0\u00a0 <\/p>

Our sessions cover food waste and sustainability for families, youth and adults. The sessions, through various hands-on activities and cooking, will include: <\/p>

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