Who We Are
Australian Owned. Earth Focused. Bin Juice Free.
G'day! We are the team behind Compostar, based right here in Australia.
Like you, we were frustrated with the daily struggle of kitchen waste. We got tired of flimsy eco bin bags that leaked on the way to the kerb, and "green" products that turned out to be full of hidden plastics.
So, we decided to fix it. We combined 20+ years of manufacturing expertise with a passion for our local environment to create the ultimate Leak-Proof bin liner.
Waste Done Right: From Your Kitchen to the Council Bin
Our mission is simple: To Banish "Bin Juice" from Aussie Kitchens.
We believe going plastic-free shouldn't mean dealing with a messy kitchen. Our mission is to solve the nastiest part of food recycling: the leaks, the sludge, and the smells. By engineering a liner that can truly handle wet food waste, we make FOGO clean, hygienic, and easy for every family.
Whether you need a self-standing Small bin liner for your benchtop or heavy-duty FOGO Bin Liners for your wheelie bin, we ensure quality comes first.
- No Leaks: Our reinforced paper caddy liners breathe, preventing the dreaded "bin juice."
- No Plastic: Strictly no microplastics, just nutrient-rich compost.
- No Confusion: Designed specifically for Australian Green bin bags Council collection services. (Always check your local council guidelines for green bin acceptance.)
Certified & Trusted Across Australia
When we say "compostable," we verify it against the strictest Australian Standards. Compostar offers a range of solutions to suit both your home garden and your council bin.
- AS 4736 (Commercial Compostable): Our entire range—especially our heavy-duty paper caddy liners—is certified for commercial composting. This makes them approved FOGO Bin Liners for almost every Green bin bags Council service across the country.(Always check your local council guidelines for green bin acceptance).
- AS 5810 (Home Compostable): Prefer to compost in your backyard? Our cornstarch Small bin liner rolls and pet bags carry the AS 5810 certification. Unlike fake eco bin bags, these are verified to break down in your home compost heap at lower temperatures.
Whether you use a worm farm or the council green bin, we have the strictly certified Food Scrap Bags to match your lifestyle.
Our Certifications
The Eucalyptus Initiative: Heal Their Home From Your Home
Compostar was born from the belief that every sustainable choice creates a ripple effect.
Our compostable bags are designed to disappear harmlessly, leaving no trace of plastic that invades natural habitats. By choosing Compostar, you are not just disposing of waste—you are actively restoring the environments that native wildlife like koalas and platypus rely on.
Together, let's turn polluted spaces back into pristine homes. That’s ecology in action. That’s Compostar.
Not Just a Bag, It’s a Vote for a Greener Australia
The Choice
You choose Compostar certified compostable bags for your kitchen caddy.
The Action
You separate food scraps effortlessly. No yuck, no mess. Compliant with your local Council's FOGO standards.
The Transformation
Your waste bypasses landfill. Instead of generating methane, it travels to a local composting facility.
The Return
In 90 days, your "waste" becomes nutrient-rich soil, feeding Australian farms and gardens. The loop is closed.
The Compostar Effect: Your Yearly Impact
500kg CO2-e Saved
By composting food scraps instead of landfilling them, you stop methane emissions. That's equivalent to taking a petrol car off the road for 2 months.
Save 45m² of Aussie Land Every Year
The average household creates a plastic footprint the size of a studio apartment annually. Don't let it sit in a landfill forever. By switching to Compostar, you stop the sprawl and return clean nutrients to our soil.
0g Microplastics
Unlike "biodegradable" plastic bags that shatter into toxic bits, Compostar breaks down completely. Zero plastic left in our soil.
The Truth: Not All Green Bags Are Created Equal
Raw Materials: Plants vs. Petroleum
Traditional plastic bags are made from crude oil and fossil fuels, depleting the Earth's resources.
Compostar bags are different. They are made from corn starch, PLA, and PBAT (plant-based materials). We turn renewable crops into everyday solutions, leaving fossil fuels in the ground where they belong.
FOGO Bin Compliance: Can I put it in the Green Bin?
Yes, but only if it's Compostar.
Many "biodegradable" bags are banned from FOGO bins because they contain plastic additives. To be accepted by your local Council, a bag must be certified to Australian Standard AS4736(Always check your local council guidelines for green bin acceptance). Compostar holds this certification, meaning our bags are 100% welcomed by composting facilities across Australia.
The "Biodegradable" Trap vs. True Composting
Beware of bags labeled just "Biodegradable." Often, these are just regular plastic that breaks down into millions of invisible microplastics, poisoning our soil and water.
Compostar is certified "Compostable." This means it doesn't just break into pieces; it biologically decomposes into non-toxic, nutrient-rich soil food within 90-180 days in a commercial facility. Zero microplastics, zero guilt.
Strength & Durability: Will it leak?
The biggest myth is that eco-friendly bags are weak. We engineered Compostar to prove them wrong.
With a reinforced star-sealed bottom and extra-thick plant-based resin, our bags are designed to hold heavy kitchen scraps without tearing or leaking. It’s the same convenience you’re used to, just without the plastic waste.
Born for Australian Soil, Rooted in Local Responsibility
From Local Insights to National Action
Compostar isn't just a business; it's a response to Australia's waste crisis. We saw our beautiful landscapes—from the pristine beaches of QLD to the forests of VIC—being threatened by white pollution. We saw local Councils struggling with plastic contamination in their FOGO bins. We knew there had to be a better way.
Your Local Partner in Sustainability
While our technology is world-class, our heart is local. We work closely with Australian composting facilities to ensure our bags actually break down in local conditions. Our support team is right here, ready to help you navigate your Council's specific bin rules.
A Promise to the Land
Every box you buy supports our vision: An Australia where "waste" is history, and nature is restored. We are committed to protecting the habitats of our unique wildlife, ensuring that what we leave behind is life, not pollution.
Why Aussies Trust Compostar
Why Aussies Trust Compostar
At CompoStar, we believe you shouldn't have to choose between a clean kitchen and a clean planet.
No More "Bin Juice": We engineered our paper caddy liners with reinforced Kraft paper to be a true Leak-Proof bin liner. Say goodbye to the mess.
Council Compliant: Confusion at the kerb? Not with us. All our bags are certified FOGO Bin Liners, meeting strict standards for Green bin bags Council collection programs where liners are permitted. (Always check your local council guidelines for green bin acceptance.)
Plastic-Free Guarantee: Unlike fake "biodegradable" bags that leave microplastics, our Food Scrap Bags return to the earth as nutrient-rich soil.
Join thousands of Australian households making the switch today.