Composting and worm farming are simple ways to reduce waste while creating nutrient-rich fertiliser for your garden. By participating, you help:
Composting and worm farming are effective, sustainable practices that transform everyday food and garden scraps into nutrient-rich fertilizer for your garden. These simple methods not only reduce the volume of waste going to landfills but also offer many environmental and gardening benefits. By composting or using a worm farm, you contribute to:
- Reducing landfill waste by repurposing organic scraps.
- Promoting biodiversity as compost attracts beneficial organisms that nourish your plants.
- Lowering CO2 emissions as less waste decomposes anaerobically in landfills.
- Enriching your soil with natural compost, promoting healthier plant growth.
- Cutting greenhouse gas emissions by diverting organic waste from traditional waste systems.
- Supporting soil health and water retention, creating a more resilient garden ecosystem.
Adopting these practices helps you cultivate a thriving, eco-friendly garden while positively impacting the environment.
How You Can Participate:
- Taking advantage of our $50 rebate program and setting up a compost bin and worm farm.
- Attend a workshop for hands-on learning.
- Booking a composting / recycling workshop for your school or centre.
Compost Rebate Program
To help you get started Liverpool City Council offers a one-time $50 rebate for residents, schools and centres who purchase a compost bin or worm farm.
To claim:
- Purchase a compost bin or worm farm from any retailer.
- Setup the compost bin/worm farm and take a picture.
- Fill out the rebate form and attach your receipt along with a picture of your compost bin/worm farm.
APPLY FOR YOUR REBATE HERE
Workshops and Events
Are you a school, centre, or community group interested in composting?
We can help you get started and keep your compost or worm farm thriving. Learn practical tips for setup and ongoing care and get expert advice for troubleshooting any issues along the way.
We also offer engaging educational sessions for children on composting and recycling to inspire the next generation of eco-conscious learners.
Book a composting incursion to learn about the importance of composting and how to set one up. Click here
Educational Information
- Composting Fact Sheets Do's and Dont's
- Wormfarm Factsheet
- Guide to Composting (Courtesy of NSW Government)
- Guide to Worm Farming (Courtesy of NSW Government)
Find it in your language
- Search | NSW Environment and Heritage - Worm farming
- Search | NSW Environment and Heritage - Composting
Resources for School Children
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Hear from our local schools and residents
We’re excited to share the stories of Liverpool residents and schools making a real impact with composting and sustainability!
- Resident Stories: Discover how composting has transformed local gardens and helped reduce waste in our community.
- School Programs: Hear from schools that are incorporating compost systems into their eco-initiatives and inspiring future environmental leaders.
Do you have a composting or worm farm story to tell? We’d love to see it!
Click here to send us your photos and stories to be featured and inspire others on their eco-journey. Let’s keep Liverpool green together!
Community Composting for Apartments/Units
If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to our team at wasteeducation@liverpool.nsw.gov.au we’re here to help!
Quick Links to Resources
- Step-by-step compost and worm farming instructions
- Apply for your rebate
- Book a composting incursion
- Composting Fact Sheets Do's and Dont's
- Wormfarm Factsheet
- Guide to Composting (Courtesy of NSW Government)
- Guide to Worm Farming (Courtesy of NSW Government)
