Ready to transform everyday household waste into rich, productive compost?
The hands-on composting workshops give participants the skills and confidence to divert food scraps, garden organics, paper and cardboard away from landfill—and turn them into a high‑quality compost that supports:
- Home food production for better health and food security
- Local and state waste‑reduction targets
- Lower greenhouse gas emissions from municipal waste streams
The workshops break composting down into simple, achievable steps that work for every household. Participants learn a range of organic waste‑processing methods—including cold composting and worm farming—so they can choose the system that suits their home, lifestyle and space.
Workshop venues and dates:
- Koah Hall: Sunday, 15 March 10am-12pm
- Julatten Geraghty Hall: Saturday, 9 May 2pm-4pm
- Mareeba Sports Hall: Saturday, 20 June 2pm-4pm
The following topics will be covered during the workshop:
- The benefits of composting for your garden and the environment
- Different composting methods
- How to set up your own composting system
- What materials to compost and how to balance the mix
- Troubleshooting common composting issues
What to Expect
- Two‑hour, in‑person workshops
- Live demonstrations plus engaging audio‑visual content
- Tailored for adults, with interested older children welcome
- Capped at 40 participants to ensure an interactive experience
Bookings are essential, please see the below links to book online or contact Mareeba Shire Council on 1300 308 461.
