Free beginners compost and worm farm workshops

The workshops, which are held in partnership with Casey Cardinia Libraries, will show participants the benefits of compost, how to choose the best system for your household and how to get started. 

Cardinia Shire Mayor Councillor Brett Owen encouraged residents to sign up for the events to learn about the importance of compost as a valuable organic resource and how to easily get started at home. 

“These free workshops are a great opportunity to learn how to reduce your waste, save money and help our environment," Cr Owen said. 

“And, if you live in Cardinia Shire and you purchase a compost bin, worm farm or mulcher, you can apply for some money back through our Waste Reduction Rebates program.”    

The workshops are free; however, registration is required. 

Event 1 

Date: Tuesday 1 June 2021, 6.30pm–8.30pm 

Location: Emerald Library, 400B Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, Emerald 

Booking link: https://events.ccl.vic.gov.au/event?id=3505 

Event 2 

Date: Thursday 3 June 2021, 6.30pm–8.30pm 

Location: Koo Wee Rup Eco house, 215 Rossiter Rd, Koo Wee Rup 

Booking link: https://bit.ly/3xy3Zcg  

Event 3 

Date: Saturday 5 June 2021, 10:30am–12:30pm 

Location: Pakenham Library, Corner of John St and Henry St, Pakenham 

Booking link: https://events.ccl.vic.gov.au/event?id=3664 

• For more information about Council’s waste workshops, visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/wasteworkshops or call the waste team on 1300 787 624. 
• Or, for more information about waste rebates, visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/wasterebates
• For details about Composting Awareness Week (2-8 May), visit www.compostweek.com.au