Compost bins and worm farms are two great ways to recycle your fruit and vegetable scraps at home and turn organic material into rich nutrients for the garden.

Composting and worm farming at home is simple, and good for the environment by reducing the amount of organic waste that goes to landfill and creating a more natural and healthier place to live.

Worm farms produce great natural fertiliser for your garden, take up very little space and are easy-to-use.

The Botanic Gardens are hosting the workshop on Saturday, May 20, from 9am to 11am. To view other available sessions in 2023 and to register, visit the website below

https://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/residents/services/waste/worm_farms_and_composting

Mackay Regional Council sponsors free composting and worm farming workshops each year.

Workshop dates proposed for 2024 are as follows:

• Saturday, February 10th – Sarina Landcare

• Saturday, March 9th – Slade Point Community Gardens

• Saturday, May 18th – Mackay Botanic Gardens

• Saturday, September 7th – Melba House

• Saturday, November 16th – Mackay Community Garden