Millions of worms are set to be put to work in the Bay of Plenty with the announcement of funding approval yesterday (SUBS: WEDNESDAY 13 OCTOBER) for a large-scale composting project.

Auckland's Rugby World Cup 2011 (RWC 2011) organisers are delighted with today's announcement from the Government that will see recycling bins in public places in time for the Tournament.

Canterbury-based Meadow Mushrooms is undergoing an extensive $45million expansion at its production facilities at Norwood and Wilmers Road on the outskirts of Christchurch.

Two community open days will be held in Whakatane to provide residents with an opportunity to feedback on the Whakatane District Council's Draft Waste Management and Minimisation Plan.

Farmers struggling with dead stock or overflowing effluent ponds can turn to Environment Southland for help and advice.

Five Auckland schools are the first to graduate from a two year programme to cut down on the waste they send to landfill.

If you're thinking about becoming more environmentally sustainable Hutt City Council wants to help you make it happen.

Council is calling for local groups with ideas for 'green' initiatives to apply for an environmental sustainability grant.

Wellington, Aug 26 NZPA - A disposable nappy composting facility in Wellington is one step closer today after the Government announced it will fund a $30,000 feasibility study.

Environment Minister Nick Smith today announced a $30,000 grant from the Government's Waste Minimisation Fund towards a feasibility study to look at setting up a disposable nappy composting facility in the Wellington region.

With the Eden Park redevelopment leading the way, Auckland's Rugby World Cup 2011 (RWC 2011) preparations are taking on a decidedly green edge.