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SUMMARY:Dr Compost Workshop - Spring Planting (Wānaka)
DESCRIPTION:A thriving veggie garden starts with healthy soil\, and healthy soil starts with the right recipe. Whether you’re starting from scratch and want to know what and when to plant\, or wondering why your plants aren’t quite thriving\, Dr Compost has the tips and tricks to get you growing. \nIn this free workshop\, you’ll learn how to create productive veggie gardens in raised beds\, containers\, buckets – or even right in the middle of your lawn. Dr Compost will share his soil recipe for success\, favourite gardening equipment and tips for protecting your plants from the Central Otago elements. \nHealthy soil grows healthy plants. Discover the secrets to successful composting and learn how to turn your food and garden waste into rich\, garden-loving goodness. We’ll cover different composting methods\, from hot and cold compost to compost tumblers and bins\, and how to get the balance of carbon and nitrogen just right. \nWith more than 20 years’ composting and gardening experience\, Hāwea’s Ben Elms (aka Dr Compost) brings plenty of practical know-how\, humour and answers to your gardening questions. \nSpaces are limited\, so book your free ticket today! \nThe Dr Compost home-composting project is funded by Queenstown Lakes District Council and delivered by Wastebusters to reduce organic waste in landfill.
URL:https://www.wastebusters.co.nz/event/spring-planting-grow-your-garden-wanaka/
LOCATION:St John Wanaka\, 4 Link Way\, Wānaka\, 9305\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Dr Compost Workshop - Spring Planting (Queenstown)
DESCRIPTION:A thriving veggie garden starts with healthy soil\, and healthy soil starts with the right recipe. Whether you’re starting from scratch and want to know what and when to plant\, or wondering why your plants aren’t quite thriving\, Dr Compost has the tips and tricks to get you growing. \nIn this free workshop\, you’ll learn how to create productive veggie gardens in raised beds\, containers\, buckets – or even right in the middle of your lawn. Dr Compost will share his soil recipe for success\, favourite gardening equipment and tips for protecting your plants from the Central Otago elements. \nHealthy soil grows healthy plants. Discover the secrets to successful composting and learn how to turn your food and garden waste into rich\, garden-loving goodness. We’ll cover different composting methods\, from hot and cold compost to compost tumblers and bins\, and how to get the balance of carbon and nitrogen just right. \nWith more than 20 years’ composting and gardening experience\, Hāwea’s Ben Elms (aka Dr Compost) brings plenty of practical know-how\, humour and answers to your gardening questions. \nSpaces are limited\, so book your free ticket today! \nThe Dr Compost home-composting project is funded by Queenstown Lakes District Council and delivered by Wastebusters to reduce organic waste in landfill.
URL:https://www.wastebusters.co.nz/event/dr-compost-workshop-spring-planting-queenstown/
LOCATION:Sherwood Queenstown\, 554 Frankton Road\, Queenstown\, 9300\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Bike Basics 101 DIY
DESCRIPTION:A little bike know-how can go a long way. \nBike Basics 101 is a free\, friendly evening all about helping you understand your bike\, build your repair skills and feel more confident getting out and riding. \nTed from Racers Edge will kick things off with a Bike 101 session\, covering the essential fixes every rider should know\, how to keep your bike running well and prevent problems in the first place\, and what to carry with you on every ride. Questions are very welcome! \nWe’ll take a break halfway through for a drink and some snacks\, then open things up for more questions and detailed demos. Ted will be joined by Joel and Kerry from Bike Glendhu and Simon from Wastebusters\, giving you the chance to get up close\, have a chat and learn more about the things you want to know. \nWhether you’re fairly new to biking or you’ve been riding for years but usually leave repairs and maintenance to someone else\, you’re very welcome. \nThe idea is simple: give you practical skills\, help you feel more confident having a go at repairs yourself\, and get more of us out enjoying our bikes. \nThursday 22 October | 5.30–8pm\nB.social\nFree\, registration required via Humanitix: events.humanitix.com/bike-basics-diy-101/tickets \nThis isn’t a bring-your-bike repair workshop\, so you can leave your bike at home for this one! \nThis Resourceful Communities event is proudly supported by Queenstown Lakes District Council’s Zero Waste District Programme.
URL:https://www.wastebusters.co.nz/event/bike-basics-101/
LOCATION:b.social\, 60 Anderson Road\, Anderson Heights\, wanaka\, 9305\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Dr Compost Workshop - Summer Harvest (Wānaka)
DESCRIPTION:Summer is the time to make the most of your veggie garden — and keep your soil healthy. Whether you’re wondering what to do with your kitchen scraps\, when to harvest your veggies\, or what to plant next\, Dr Compost has the tips and tricks to keep things growing. \nIn this free workshop\, you’ll learn how to tell when your veggies are ready to harvest\, what to do with your harvest\, and what to plant next. We’ll also explore growing in glasshouses and tunnel houses\, with tips for keeping plants happy and productive through the summer. \nDiscover the secrets of Bokashi composting and learn how to make your Bokashi bucket a success\, without the dreaded smells or failures. We’ll also explore worm farms\, from simple worm tubes to Hungry Bins\, and find out how these wriggly helpers can turn your food scraps into garden goodness. \nWith more than 20 years’ composting and gardening experience\, Hāwea’s Ben Elms (aka Dr Compost) brings plenty of practical know-how\, humour and answers to your gardening questions — including how to build healthy soil and grow nutrient-dense vegetables. \nSpaces are limited\, so book your free ticket today! \nThe Dr Compost home-composting project is funded by Queenstown Lakes District Council and delivered by Wastebusters to reduce organic waste in landfill.
URL:https://www.wastebusters.co.nz/event/dr-compost-workshop-summer-harvest-wanaka/
LOCATION:St John Wanaka\, 4 Link Way\, Wānaka\, 9305\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Dr Compost Workshop - Summer Harvest (Queenstown)
DESCRIPTION:Summer Harvest; Gather\, Nourish\, Grow\n  \nSummer is the time to make the most of your veggie garden — and keep your soil healthy. Whether you’re wondering what to do with your kitchen scraps\, when to harvest your veggies\, or what to plant next\, Dr Compost has the tips and tricks to keep things growing. \nIn this free workshop\, you’ll learn how to tell when your veggies are ready to harvest\, what to do with your harvest\, and what to plant next. We’ll also explore growing in glasshouses and tunnel houses\, with tips for keeping plants happy and productive through the summer. \nDiscover the secrets of Bokashi composting and learn how to make your Bokashi bucket a success\, without the dreaded smells or failures. We’ll also explore worm farms\, from simple worm tubes to Hungry Bins\, and find out how these wriggly helpers can turn your food scraps into garden goodness. \nWith more than 20 years’ composting and gardening experience\, Hāwea’s Ben Elms (aka Dr Compost) brings plenty of practical know-how\, humour and answers to your gardening questions — including how to build healthy soil and grow nutrient-dense vegetables. \nSpaces are limited\, so book your free ticket today! \nThe Dr Compost home-composting project is funded by Queenstown Lakes District Council and delivered by Wastebusters to reduce organic waste in landfill.
URL:https://www.wastebusters.co.nz/event/dr-compost-workshop-summer-harvest-queenstown/
LOCATION:Sherwood Queenstown\, 554 Frankton Road\, Queenstown\, 9300\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Low Waste Tramping
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Low Waste Tramping\, something new for our Low Waste Living series. \nWe love getting out into the hills\, but heading away for a day or a few nights can come with a surprising amount of stuff. Food packets\, toiletries\, single-use bits and pieces… it all adds up. So we’re bringing together some good people\, practical know-how and hands-on making for an evening all about doing things a little differently. \nWe’ll be joined by guest speakers who’ll share their real-life experience of reducing waste while tramping. We’ll explore things like dehydrating food\, homemade trail meals and natural alternatives for your pack. And there are plenty of benefits beyond reducing waste\, from saving money to making nutritious meals that suit you. \nThen we’ll roll up our sleeves\, with a few simple things to make and take home\, from food for the trail to beeswax wraps and natural products. There’ll be plenty of time to ask questions\, swap tips and share ideas too. \nYou don’t need to be a seasoned tramper to come along. This is for anybody who wants to tread more lightly in our beautiful outdoors. We’re not teaching you how to tramp. We’re sharing practical\, achievable ways to create less waste and rethink what goes in your pack. \nYou’ll head home having learnt heaps\, made a few useful things and hopefully feeling like\, yep\, I can do that. \nThursday 12 November\, 6–8pm\nGround Up Brewing\, Wānaka \nTicket link: https://events.humanitix.com/low-waste-tramping\nAll ages welcome. Spaces are limited. \nOne thing to bring: Please bring a small reusable container from home for your couscous mix. We’ll have everything else covered. \nLow Waste Tramping is part of Wastebusters’ Low Waste Living series. \nThis Resourceful Communities Event is proudly supported by Queenstown Lakes District Council’s Zero Waste District Programme.
URL:https://www.wastebusters.co.nz/event/low-waste-tramping/
LOCATION:Ground Up\, Ground Up Brewing\, 4 Gordon Road\, Wanaka\, 9305\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Wastebusters Christmas Market
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the Wastebusters Sustainable Christmas Market 2026! \nJoin us on Saturday 28 November for a festive day out at Wastebusters\, with around 45 stalls\, live music\, local food and treats\, and hands-on Christmas activities. \nAfter welcoming more than 600 people in 2025\, we’re excited to bring the community together again for another celebration of local makers\, sustainable shopping and festive fun. \nBrowse locally made\, beautiful and sustainable products\, support local makers and find something special for Christmas — all while enjoying a relaxed day out at Wasties. \nMore details about the day’s programme will be announced soon. \nInterested in having a stall? \nWe’re looking for a varied mix of: \n\nJewellery\, art\, homewares\, toys and skincare\nRepurposed clothing and other sustainably made products\nPlants\, flowers\, produce and baked goods\nFood and drink vendors\, coffee carts and food trucks\nWorkshops\, activities\, services and experiences\n\nStallholders will be asked to avoid single-use plastic packaging and make sustainable choices wherever possible. \nApply for a stall: https://forms.gle/o77o4eCkFnY51r2g6\nApplications close: Tuesday 15 September\nStall fee: $30 for accepted applicants \nSave the date: 28 November 2026 \nTime: 9am–2pm\nWhere: Wastebusters Shop and Front Yard\, Wānaka \nMore details about the market programme will be announced soon.
URL:https://www.wastebusters.co.nz/event/christmas-market-2026/
LOCATION:Wastebusters in Wānaka\, 189 Ballantyne Road\, Wanaka\, Otago\, 9384\, New Zealand
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