Join Us in Celebrating International Compost Awareness Week!

From May 5th to May 11th, in honor of International Compost Awareness Week, Penrith City Council is excited to offer free bags of compost on Tuesday 7 and Thursday 9 May, 2024 to our residents.

What's Inside:

The compost you'll receive is crafted from organic material collected through our green-lidded Food Organic Garden Organic (FOGO) bins. This nutrient-rich compost is carefully processed and utilized throughout our community to enrich soil quality and foster vibrant plant growth in parks, gardens, and sporting fields.

How to Claim Your Compost:

Register Online:

Complete the online event registration to secure your ticket. Be sure to select a date and time slot that works for you to collect your two complimentary bags of compost. Tickets are exclusively available to residents of the Penrith City Council local government area, with one ticket allocated per household.

Pickup Location:

Head to The Kingsway Playing Fields car park, Werrington, at your designated date and time slot. Bring along either a printed or digital copy of your ticket and proof of residency (matching addresses), such as a driver's license, rates notice, or utility bill.

Collection Process:

Arrive within your chosen collection period to receive your compost. Upon verification of your ticket and residency proof, our friendly Council staff will assist in loading two bags of compost into your vehicle. Please ensure sufficient space in your boot or back seat to accommodate the bags.

What to learn more?

Discover more about Penrith City Council's innovative 3-bin system, including insights into the green-lidded Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) bin, by visiting penrith.city/3bins.

Stay in the loop!

For the latest news on waste and resource recovery initiatives, including bin collection reminders, suburb-specific notifications, upcoming events, sorting guidelines, and more, download the Penrith Waste Champion app for free today from Google Playstore or the Apple App Store.

For additional information on Council's various waste and resource recovery endeavors, visit penrith.city/waste.

Let's work together to promote sustainable practices and nurture our community's green spaces!

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to participate in the compost giveaway?
The free compost giveaway is exclusively available to residents within the Penrith City Council local government area. Registrations from outside this area will be invalidated.

What are the event hours?
The event is organised into morning and afternoon collection time slots, as indicated on your ticket. Attendance is strictly limited to your allocated time slot to ensure smooth operations. Please refrain from queuing before your designated time.

Do I need to bring my ticket to the event?
Absolutely! You must present your ticket (either digitally or in print) along with proof of residency, such as a rates notice or driver's license, to collect your compost.

Is there a limit to the amount of compost I can take?
Yes, each household is entitled to one booking, permitting the collection of up to 2 bags of compost.

What if I can't make it to the event after booking?
Kindly cancel your ticket at least 48 hours prior to the event if you're unable to attend for any reason. This allows for reallocation of tickets to other community members. Failure to attend within your allocated time slot will result in forfeiture of your ticket, as compost stock cannot be held post-event.

Can I make changes to my registration information?
Unfortunately, the system does not permit changes once registration is completed.

Will additional tickets be released?
Duplicate bookings will be promptly cancelled, and any available tickets will be released closer to the event date. Keep an eye on the event page for updates on ticket availability.

Concerns regarding asbestos contamination in mulch:
We want to assure our participants that the compost provided by Australian Native Landscape is thoroughly vetted and certified. We have no association with Greenlife Resource Recovery Pty Ltd, which is currently under investigation by the EPA for the use of bonded asbestos-contaminated mulch in public spaces. Our products adhere to a range of stringent Australian Standards and certifications, including AS4454, AS4419, AS3734, AS4801, NASAA Organic Input Certification No. 2414M, and compliance agreements with the NSW Department of Primary Industries. Your safety and satisfaction are our top priorities.