The trial was conducted across ten weeks, starting February 22, with 352 households participating.

Of those who took part, 89 per cent received a fortnightly garbage collection, while 11 per cent had their organic waste collected weekly.

A post-trial survey found 76 per cent supported, or at least did not oppose, the introduction of an organics collection service, increased from a survey in March 2015, where 63 per cent of residents had the same response.

When asked if they had anything could be improved with the three bin waste collection service, 35 per cent said nothing needed to change. while 31 per cent they wanted a weekly garbage service needed to remain.

Other issues raised included better management of the odour from the bin and clearer information on what material was allowed.

In a report to council on the trial, manager civil infrastructure and Steve Clayton said the trial confirmed once the new system was understood, support and satisfaction levels significantly increased.

“This is reflected in the transition that council experienced when introducing kerbside recycling services in 2010. Some initial adverse community reaction was encountered followed by overwhelming support one the recycling services were introduced,” Mr Clayton said.

“The trial results gives council the confidence that the community will readily embrace the new organics collection service and come to regard it as a natural extension of the recycling service, with which it is now familiar.”

The proposal for a third bin will go before council at Wednesday’s meeting.