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Composting Workshop (Roxy Lane Community Garden)
2026-01-10 10:00 - 11:30 (Australia/Perth) | Roxy Lane Community Garden Maylands WA, Australia
Master the art of composting with this hands-on workshop. Discover what materials to compost, how to maintain your compost pile, and troubleshoot common issues. Turn your kitchen scraps into garden gold!

Roxy Lane Community Garden Maylands WA, Australia

Accessibility Info:

There is one accessibility parking spot beside the gate on Roxy Lane, and two more on Greenslade Lane near the Post Office entry.

The workshop will consist of part lecture, part demonstration with our composting equipment

The garden is accessible via concrete path through the gate entry on the cafe side, or via gate entry off Greenslade Lane with mulched/uneven ground.

The garden is partially concreted and partially mulched, and the demonstration part of the talk will bring participants onto unsealed ground. Please let us know if you have any concerns about stability/uneven surfaces, and we can make adjustments.

The closest parking to the garden is the parking on Greenslade Lane or Ninth Ave. Unfortunately, parking directly outside the garden is for theatre staff only.

Make a mini worm farm to take home
2026-01-08 10:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Brisbane)
Join Brian ‘The Worm Man’ Donaldson for this fun and educational activity about reducing waste and composting with worms. Dig and discover your very own worms from the activity trays and create a farm using an upcycled milk bottle! Ideal for children aged 2–12 years.

Bookings required. Phone Banyo Library on 07 3403 2200 to reserve your place.

Soil Health Workshop
2026-01-08 08:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
Discover the importance of soil health and backyard biodiversity in this engaging workshop.

Experts from Cedar Grove Landcare will share practical insights into how healthy soil supports native plants and wildlife, and how you can enhance your garden’s ecosystem from the ground up.

This session is ideal for gardeners, nature lovers, and anyone interested in creating a resilient native garden. Take the first step toward transforming your property into a thriving native oasis—starting with the soil beneath your feet!

IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE YOU REGISTER:

This event is designed for adults.

Recommended for ages 12 years and older with parent/guardian supervision.

This is an outdoor event.

You must register and secure a ticket for all people attending. Spaces are limited.

Detailed event information will be sent to the email address provided upon registering.

INFORMATION FORTHE DAY OF THE EVENT:

This event may be cancelled or postponed if the weather conditions aren’t suitable. We will notify you via text and email no later than 1 hour prior to the start of the event.

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the event to check in.

Please wear fully enclosed shoes, sun-smart clothing, hat and sunscreen. Bring along drinking water, gloves and insect repellent.

Online: Composting and Worm Farming Workshop
2026-01-08 01:00 - 13:30 (Australia/Melbourne)
Learn how to set up your organic recycling system to turn food scraps and garden ‘waste’ into a fantastic fertiliser and soil conditioner for your garden. You will learn the basics on how you can get started and the different options available including composting, worm farming and Bokashi systems. You will also get some great tips on how to reduce your waste at home.

What you need:

Pen

Note pad.

This is a FREE online workshop for Blacktown City residents only.

If the event is showing sold out, please register for the waitlist as more tickets may be released closer to the event. If you are no longer able to attend, please cancel your booking online or contact us on 9839 6055 or at sustainable.resources@blacktown.nsw.gov.au.

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*Limit 1compost bin per household. The free compost bin counts as 1 of 2 eligible rebates. If you have previously attended the workshop or claimed the organics rebates, you are not eligible for a second bin.

Online Composting and Worm Farming Workshop – Jan 2026 – Blacktown City
