Following a review, council will be implementing a program of aeration, topdressing, fertilising and over-sewing of the lawn areas to provide a more robust and healthy lawn for residents. 

Council said the work is timely, with the farmer’s market to go weekly before the end of the year.

The compost is made from garden organics and other green waste material that is received at the Merimbula Waste and Recycling Centre.

The raw material is shredded and laid out in windrows to initiate the composting process and over the following 10 to 12 weeks the windrows are monitored, turned and watered on a regular basis to provide the ideal conditions for pasteurization and decomposition, resulting in compost that provides the essential nutrients for productive plant growth and healthy soils. 

Council’s compost, with its high organic carbon content, will help increase the water and nutrient holding capacity of the lawn areas in Littleton Gardens. 

This weekend’s topdressing in Littleton Gardens follows the installation of The Meeting of Two Rivers sculpture on Thursday, and marks another step forward in the activation of this important civic space.

The compost is also available to be purchased from the Merimbula Waste and Recycling Centre for $16 per cubic metre.

The compost produced by council meets the requirements of the Australian Standard for Composts, Soil Conditioners and Mulches (AS 4454: 2012).

Any queries should be directed to council’s Leisure and Recreation Officer, John Turville or council’s Compost and Organic Waste Officer, Mick Yarra on 6499 2222.