Christmas Waste Workshop

Overview

The average Australian household throws out one bag of garbage for every five bags of groceries bought. It's a terrifying statistic. But at least our extravagant wastage has been drawing some attention of late. Even some of the big guys are getting on board, with initiatives like Harris Farm's half-price 'ugly fruit and veg' and Woolworths' ambitious plan to divert all food waste from landfill by next year. At the more micro-level, there's a 23-year-old woman in New York who's made it her personal mission to live trash-free for two years.

It's no secret that Christmas, despite its loving, happy, cheery vibes, can be a serious waste-creating machine. We get so enthusiastic on December 25 that many of us are inclined to cook up more than we'll ever be able to eat.

The good news is, though, that there's a workshop to help you out. OzHarvest, Australia's first perishable food rescue organisation, in conjunction with the City of Sydney's Green Villages, are hosting a free session where you'll learn tips for reducing your festive waste footprint from edible-garden expert Sarah Brill. Attendance is free, but online registration is essential.