Community Composting
Community Composting turns food scraps and garden waste into living soil that supports māra kai, gardens, and local food systems. It is hands‑on, community‑led climate action.
About
Community Composting turns food scraps and garden waste into living soil that supports māra kai, gardens, and local food systems. It is hands‑on, community‑led climate action.
The kaupapa supports compost hubs, workshops, and neighbourhood projects across the Waikato, helping people learn composting skills and keep nutrients cycling locally.
Why it matters
More than half of household waste is organic. When that waste goes to landfill, it releases methane, contributes to climate change, and takes up space. When we compost it, we create something valuable.
Healthy soil is the foundation of healthy kai systems — and composting is one of the easiest ways to rebuild it.
Community Composting:
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Reduces emissions
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Builds healthy soils
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Supports local food growing
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Teaches practical zero-waste skills
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Keeps nutrients cycling in the community
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Strengthens food sovereignty and resilience
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Connects people through shared work and shared learning
What you can do
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Drop scraps at a community compost hub
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Join a composting workshop
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Start composting at home
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Volunteer to support compost hubs
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Use compost in local gardens and māra kai
Together, we can turn what was once discarded into something that nourishes gardens, feeds communities, and supports a real change in how we think about waste.
