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Turning organic waste into compost is nature's way of recycling. There are a number of systems you can use, mainly compost bins, worm farms and Bokashi. Come and visit the Sustainable Living Centre's compost zone to get ideas and inspiration, or get the 'know how' at one of our regular composting workshops.

A revolutionary fermentation process that turns your kitchen waste into a rich soil conditioner.
 
The Bokashi Bucket is a practical and convenient alternative for transforming kitchen waste into a nutrient rich soil conditioner. This unique composting system uses the revolutionary EM (Effective Micro-Organism) Bokashi to create the ideal conditions for airtight (anaerobic) composting

Great for houses and ideal for apartments, the eco-friendly Bokashi Bucket and EM Bokashi eliminate the odours and unpleasantness associated with putrefaction and decay.

Why Recycle?

Recycling preserves precious resources - Much of what we throw away is made from materials that are running out - we're consuming faster than they can be replaced. Many of the materials that are currently going into landfill have a value and can often be used again.

Reduces consumption of fossil fuels - Making new products uses energy, usually in the form of fossil fuels which are fast depleting and non-renewable.
 
Lowers the toxic load on the planet - Many materials dumped in landfill leach harmful chemicals and create greenhouse gases. Reducing and recycling what we use reduces the need to mine for new raw materials, which often damage the environment.

The best way to minimise waste at home is not to create it in the first place.
 
We all have influence over our environment through our role as consumers - what we choose to buy (or not) and what we throw away. Unfortunately there isn't a magical place called "away" where our waste conveniently disappears.

Throwing everything in the bin and endless consumerism just aren't sustainable options. But there are a lot of alternatives, so let's get creative and make some positive sustainable choices.

Together we can make a difference; a problem shared is a problem halved; many hands make light work. As cliché as these phrases may have become, they still ring true.
 
Dealing with waste together in our communities makes light work of an issue we all need to face. There are plenty of ways to get involved - read on to find out what's happening in your backyard.

Let's rethink waste and help our kids do the same. Their approach to waste today will have lasting future impact. Waste needn't equal rubbish bin - it's a resource just waiting to be used.
 
Magazines, plastic milk bottle tops, bread bags, Gladwrap and lunchpaper rolls can be transformed into resources for school projects.

Food waste can become fertiliser for the school gardens and even generate income for the school coffers.

Reduce, reuse, recycle and rethink are the cornerstones for any business wanting to minimise their environmental impact.
 
These tips will help start your company down the path to becoming more environmentally responsible without compromising profitability.