Community members can now get A-grade compost made from Geelong’s recycled green bin waste at more outlets across Geelong, the Bellarine and the Surf Coast.
Better for Geelong compost, first launched as a 25-litre bagged product in October last year, is now available at Fagg’s Mitre 10 South Geelong and Wallington stores.
Made from garden waste collected in green bins across Greater Geelong, the City’s compost is a growing part of its circular economy program.
Each year, about 35,000 tonnes of material is processed at the City’s Anakie organics facility, turning the green waste into high-quality compost instead of dumping it in landfill.
The recycling of the green waste also cuts emissions and supports local jobs, promoting a strong local recycling industry.
Environment and Circular Economy portfolio chair Councillor Elise Wilkinson said the bagged compost launch was an exciting step forward.
“This is a great moment for our community. Every time someone uses their green bin correctly, they’re helping create a product that goes straight back into local gardens, parks and sporting grounds,” said Cr Wilkinson.
“Seeing our homegrown compost on the shelves at Mitre 10 shows how powerful a circular economy can be. It shows how the humble home green bin can create real products, real jobs and real environmental benefits right here in Greater Geelong.
“It also highlights how our region is leading the way in sustainability and innovation.”
Bulk compost can also be purchased from Lara Garden Supplies, Southpoint Garden Supplies in Torquay, and Wallington WRG.
Visit geelong.link/bettercompost for more information.
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