"Wylie Wilde" writes:
yes I am using compost type worms (red wiggly things). I will be trying to
move the bin out of the hot sun- I need permission for that. Probably
won't get it

If it's sitting in the sun, try wrapping your bin in aluminium foil to keep
it a bit cooler. Consider planting a fast-growing shrub or creeper where it
will shade the bin, or hang a scrap of shade cloth near it to provide shade.

I will try adding some lime- but will mix it up with water first. I will
also throw in some bicarb soda to reduce the acidity in the bin.

I wouldn't use bicarb. This will be much the same as adding salt to your
soil. Lime is for reducing acidity, just use that. Unless you are growing
something that is very intolerant of calcium?
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John Savage (my news address is not valid for email)