Monash

Subsidised compost systems for Monash residents

Order your Monash subsidised compost system below.

Monash – Compost Community Terms and Conditions

Monash residents receive one $40 rebate off an extensive range of already discounted composting and worm farm supplier per household.

Please use code Monash at checkout to receive your discount. Discount applies to orders within Monash Municipality to products from this page only.

Conditions of Eligibility

One rebate is available per household per financial year.
This rebate is only available to residents (ratepayers and renters) of Monash.
Schools and children’s centres have a limit of two (2) $40 rebates for each site - either $40 off a single system or $80 off multiple systems (must be ordered at the same time)
A limited number of products are available and this offer will be unavailable once funds are exhausted.
Contact Compost Community for all warranty concerns and order queries. If purchasing worms, please read the Worm Policy. Please read shipping terms and information before checking out
Delivery fee is $20 per order - already included in the product price
The composting systems are not for re-sale.

Learn and share with Compost Community
Compost Community is a family owned and run micro business and social enterprise, meaning all our profits are invested back into the local community and environmental programs. Take advantage of the useful Compost Community resources, particularly under the "Learn" and "Toolbox" menus. The resources will guide you through your composting journey and answer all your frequently asked questions. Also participate in webinars and Live Q&As to build your skills and knowledge.

Share your questions, advice, challenges or wins with the online community on Facebook.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I order more than one compost system?

Yes, however any subsequent items will are not eligible for the rebate in the same financial year. Only one $40 rebate applies no matter how many items you order.

WHAT DISCOUNTS ARE AVAILABLE TO SCHOOLS AND CHILDREN'S CENTRES?

For schools and children’s centres have a limit of two (2) $40 rebates for each site. Two compost systems must be purchased at the same time to claim the two rebates ($80 in total) using code MONASHSCHOOL. If only one system is purchased, a single $40 rebate will apply (Code Monash).
The composting systems are not for re-sale.

Approvals and timeframe

Orders received by 5pm Tuesdays are approved by Council on a Wednesday and generally ship the following week. If your order is not approved for the Council discount, you will be contacted with your options to pay the gap or cancel the order. Please allow up to 10 days for delivery. Compost Community ships via courier so please specify delivery details in checkout.

Can I have my item/s shipped to my work (or other) address?

Yes, we can deliver anywhere in metro Melbourne. Please ensure that you put your home address in "Billing Address" and specify Shipping Address under "Delivery Instructions" so that we can cross reference and verify your order without any delays.

Can I pick my item/s up?

You are welcome to pick items up from Langwarrin. This will save you on postage for non-subsidised items. Select the Click and Collect option for pickup during checkout. We can refund the $20 included in the shipping price if you opt to pick up.

Reporting

Annually we will send out a survey to check on how you are going and assess how much food and garden waste has been diverted from landfill by your new system.

Privacy

We value your privacy and will never spam you. We will only contact you in relation ot the Compost Community program and share your details with Council for the sole purpose of approving orders. See our Privacy Policy here.