Compostable Packaging for Perth Restaurants — The Complete 2026 Guide

Perth restaurants have had to adapt fast to WA's single-use plastic ban, especially for takeaway and delivery orders. This guide covers what's compliant, what performs well, and how to manage costs without compromising presentation.

What the WA Plastic Ban Means for Restaurants

Since September 2024, WA's ban covers single-use plastic plates and bowls, plastic cutlery, foam containers and cups, and most plastic straws and stirrers. Restaurants offering dine-in or takeaway need compliant alternatives across their entire menu — not just a few items.

Compostable Plates and Bowls

Sugarcane bagasse plates and bowls are a direct swap for foam and plastic. They're oil and moisture resistant, microwave safe, and hold up well under hot, saucy dishes — important for restaurants doing curries, noodles or pasta. Our 350ml bowl suits most single-serve mains, while 9-inch plates cover standard main courses.

Reusable Containers for Takeaway

For takeaway and delivery, transparent reusable containers let customers see what they're getting before opening. Our 500ml through 1000ml rectangular containers, plus round options, cover everything from single portions to family-size orders.

Cutlery and Cups

Wooden spoons and forks replace banned plastic cutlery for dine-in and takeaway, and paper cups (including our rainbow range) cover drinks. Both are stocked in bulk box sizes suited to busy restaurant volumes.

Managing Costs at Restaurant Volume

• ✅ Buy import-direct to avoid distributor margins from suppliers like BioPak and Ward Packaging
• ✅ Consolidate orders to hit the $300 minimum (excl. GST) and get free WA-wide delivery
• ✅ Prices are shown excluding GST — GST is added at checkout, not hidden in the sticker price
• ✅ No account or trade login needed to see pricing or order

Planning Ahead for 2026

With enforcement of the WA plastic ban ongoing, restaurants that haven't fully transitioned should treat it as a priority — not just for compliance, but because customers increasingly expect sustainable packaging as standard.