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SUMMARY:Markets in the Mall
DESCRIPTION:SLA usually has an information stall in front of the City Post Office at Armidale Markets in the Mall. They are held on the last Sunday of each month from 8am–1pm with 50 plus different stalls making a regular appearance. Stalls include a huge range of street food\, cafés\, farm produce\, quality handmade and handcrafted items\, cupcakes\, candles\, bath and body products\, skincare and makeup\, handmade clothing\, bags\, shoes\, linen\, pottery\, woodwork\, plants\, art\, homewares\, toys\, plus so much more. \nThe markets are held in Beardy Street Mall\, Armidale and are run by the Armidale PCYC.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/markets-in-the-mall/2025-06-29
LOCATION:Armidale Mall\, Beardy Street Mall\, Beardy Street\,\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Art,Food,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="PCYC":MAILTO:armidale@pcycnsw.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250621T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250621T200000
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SUMMARY:Winter Solstice in Uralla
DESCRIPTION:Come and celebrate the shortest day of the year under Oralla’s starry sky! \nLantern Parade ~ Bonfire ~ Live Music ~ Naked Eye Stargazing ~ Delicious Food Stalls \nPresented by Uralla Arts Supported by Uralla Shire Council \nProgramme \n\n4:30 pm — Smoking Ceremony\n\nOngoing Activity: Releasing the Old And Welcoming in The New\n\n\n5:00 pm — Lantern Muster\n5:30 pm — Lantern Parade\n6:00 pm\n\nWelcome to Country\nLighting of The Bonfire\nFirst Nations Astronomer\nNaked Eye Stargazing\nLive Music by Rockybottom Girls\n\n\n\nFor more info visit facebook.com/urallaarts \nThis event is weather dependent \nUralla Arts is in the final stages of planning the schedule for this exciting new event on Saturday\, 21st June. \nWe are particularly enthusiastic about embracing the Constellations of the South Sculpture Park at The Glen\, something we are proud to have initiated so many years ago and have now completed with the assistance of Council. \n\n“It seems entirely fitting to be hosting a celebration of the Winter Solstice in this space which also celebrates the cycles of the night sky”\, Uralla Arts President Maxine Ross said. \n\nThe schedule includes many exciting and interesting events\, with something for everyone in the community. \nGates open at 4.30pm with a variety of food stalls offering tasty delights. \nThe Uralla lantern parade will kick off soon after dark. We always welcome helpers to carry lanterns\, so stop in to the Lantern Muster point as you enter The Glen. \nEveryone will be invited to write their hopes and aspirations for the future on cloth strips and tie them to a string that will be wound around a giant bonfire ? a symbol of optimism and renewal as we mark the shortest day. \nKamilaroi man Len Waters will be giving a guided tour of the southern galaxies from an Aboriginal perspective. \nThe enchanting night will be rounded out with live music from the Rocky Bottom Girls. \nSo don’t forget to brush off your old lanterns\, spruce them up and get along and be a part of celebrating the longest night of the year and the coming of the light. \nAndrew Parker
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/winter-soltice-in-uralla
LOCATION:The Glen\, Barleyfields Road\, Uralla\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Art,Food,Garden,Music,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Uralla Arts":MAILTO:maxineross49@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250621T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
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SUMMARY:Sustainable House Tour '25 this weekend
DESCRIPTION:There are 7 houses this year plus a factory tour of Uniplan.  \nTo get on the self-guided tour you need to buy the Sustainable House Tour Booklet in advance. Booklets are $20\, for a car full of people.  \nBooklets will be available from 10th June at Boobooks in the Mall and Double Drop cafe in the East Mall\, for $20 (cash only)  \nAre you looking for ideas to save energy at home\, create beautiful spaces to live in\, adapt or extend your present house or just to meet other locals and see how they’ve incorporated sustainable ideas into their house or renovation? \nSustainable Living Armidale (SLA) is holding its 7th Sustainable House Tour\, an opportunity to look at a range of local houses\, showcasing a variety of sustainable features\, and have conversations with their owners and with each other. \nOpening times are set out in the booklet\, together with details of each house\, mud maps to locate the eight houses\, short articles on aspects of sustainability. \nWe’re so lucky\, yet again\, to have generous people willing to open up their houses so that we can all learn from each other\, and we’re sure people will be delighted with the variety of houses in this year’s Tour. \n 
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/sustainable-house-tour-25
LOCATION:NSW
CATEGORIES:House
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Living Armidale":MAILTO:info@SLArmidale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250621T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250622T153000
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SUMMARY:Weaving Death into Life : Coffin weaving and Mortal Reflections
DESCRIPTION:This weaving workshop uses the dolichandra inguis catsclaw feral weed to make a woven casket. The weekend is facilitated by Zimmi Forest and Emma who will guide us through weaving and mutual exploration into our mortality. \nA deeply immersive exploration of death\, dying and grief \nExplore mortality loss and grief through sensory process of weaving. Working collectively we make a life size woven coffin and lid. This tactile experience invites you to drop into your hands. Ancestral weaving merges with reflections on lifestyles and liminal spaces. Coffin making invites you to consider your relationship within nature and how we hold and are held in death and allows us to explore the inevitably of death which releases deep gratitude for this precious life. \nThe weaving material is cats claw which is an invasive creeper impacting native vegetation in the subtropical rainforest. The removal of the vine from the forest protects and enhances native vegetation. \nThe weekend will be facilitated by fibre artist Zimmi Forest (Weaving Nature). Zimmi has been teaching and creating for the last 42 years and has exhibited both locally and internationally. \nEmma Beattie (Before and after Life) is a death doula and works with Paperbark funerals. Her personal experience around death and dying gives her a poetic and creative lens to caring and griefwork. \nSponsorship of this workshop has been generously supported by Sustainable Living Armidale and Uralla Arts to keep cost as low as possible for participants to attend. \nCost of workshop is $220 for the weekend with 24 places available. \nLook forward to sharing this journey \nMaxine \nSustainable Deathcare New England
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/weaving-death-into-life-coffin-weaving-and-mortal-reflections
LOCATION:Old Uralla Courthouse\, 9 Hill Street\, Uralla\, NSW\, 2358\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Death
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250611T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250611T210000
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SUMMARY:Free talk: David Holmgren 'Weeds or Wild Nature'
DESCRIPTION:David is back in Armidale to start a discussion on the night of the Strawberry Moon titled ‘weeds or wild nature’. His last presentation ‘Aussie Street’ packed the Armidale Town Hall 6 years ago promoting his popular book RetroSuburbia: The Downshifter’s Guide to a Resilient Future. David Holmgren is a bit of a legend\, he is the co-originator of the permaculture concept\, following publication of Permaculture One\, co-authored with Bill Mollison in 1978. David is a pioneering voice in sustainable design and ecological stewardship. With decades of experience and insight\, his work has inspired a global movement towards regenerative living. \n‘Weeds or wild nature’ presentation and discussion will start with the premise that  land design and management informed by permaculture principles tends to treat naturalised newcomer plants as assets that stabilise water and soil\, build biomass\, fix nutrients\, ameliorate microclimate and provide habitat\, fodder\, fuel and food. While naturalised species may be given a lower value in permaculture design than species regarded as indigenous to the site and region\, labelling naturalised species as ‘invasive’ or ‘environmental weeds’ is typically rejected as anti-ecological thinking. \nThe background and basis for this positive view of naturalised plants is not well understood\, and has led to persistent criticism of permaculture by those promoting the orthodox view of ‘weeds’ as invasives. This has itself influenced the practices and teaching of many permaculturists to moderate or compromise the permaculture approach to naturalised species. Consequently the ‘weeds or wild nature’ controversy is alive and well within the permaculture movement. \nIn this presentation\, co-originator of the permaculture concept\, David Holmgren will provide his unique perspective on the evolution of this discourse and its connection to the wider debate on this issue in conservation and land management networks. David’s story is partly a historical and personal one as well as a review of the scientific literature on the subject. \nHolmgren offers profound guidance for creating resilient ecosystems and communities. Holmgren’s expertise and passion for sustainable living promise to ignite transformative dialogue and empower individuals to enact positive change.\nKey publications include Permaculture: Principles and Pathways Beyond Sustainability (2002) and Future Scenarios: How Communities Can Adapt To Peak Oil and Climate Change (2009) and RetroSuburbia: The Downshifter’s Guide to a Resilient Future (2018).\n\nIt will be a great night with a visonary thinker and some passionate discussion followed by a social supper. Free talk\, no need to RSVP.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/talk-david-holmgren-weeds-or-wild-nature
LOCATION:Armidale City Bowling Club\, 92/96 Dumaresq Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Food,Garden,Planting
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250608T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250608T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T023808Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED Armidale Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Armidale Farmers Market is Cancelled for June 2025. \nOne of the great advantages of Curtis Park is that many people will be able to cycle and walk to the market. We’re always working on new ideas and activities in the pipeline and are aiming to continue to provide a vibrant and quality market. Keep an eye out on our Facebook page and Instagram. \nIf you are a paid up member of Sustainable Living Armidale you are welcome to sell produce at the Armidale Local Food stall with a slice of profits going to paying for the stall and surplus goes to SLA which in turn propels new projects. \nBYO bags + reuseables\, we’re aiming for a plastic free zone!
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/armidale-farmers-market-2-2
LOCATION:Curtis Park\, 75 Faulkner Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Farmers Market":MAILTO:armidalefarmersmarket@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250607T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250607T133000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250520T040134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T040134Z
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SUMMARY:Meet Thomas Mayo
DESCRIPTION:Armidale Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place (ACCKP) and the local Reconciliation group\, ANTaR\, are delighted to announce that prominent spokesperson for the Uluru Statement From The Heart will be speaking at an informal lunchtime event on Saturday 7th June at the Cultural Centre from 11:30am to 1:30pm. \nThomas Mayo was last in Armidale to address a packed Town Hall meeting as part of the Yes23 Campaign. Last year\, in the lead up to the first anniversary of the Voice referendum he published his 5th book\, “Always Was\, Always Will Be” in which he talks about hope and the future we want to see – one where there is justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. \nLunch will be provided at this free event\, and everyone is welcome.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/meet-thomas-mayo
LOCATION:Armidale Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place\, 96-104 Kentucky Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Aboriginal
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ORGANIZER;CN="ANTaR":MAILTO:info@antar.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250603T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250515T233018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T040422Z
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SUMMARY:Best Practice Native Tree Planting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Southern New England Landcare and David Carr from Stringybark Ecological to learn about best practice native tree planting\, including: \n\nwhy to plant\,\nwhere to plant\,\nhow to plant\,\naspects of design\,\nground preparation\,\nselecting species\, and\nlooking after your plantings.\n\nWe will also cover changing climate considerations including drier times and drought preparedness. \nThe event will commence at The Woodland Centre\, Armidale Tree Group\, 80 Mann St\, Armidale followed by a site visit. \nAll welcome. \nMorning Tea and Lunch provided.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/best-practice-native-tree-planting-workshop
LOCATION:Armidale Tree Group\, 80 Mann Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Planting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern New England Landcare":MAILTO:mail@snelandcare.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250529T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250514T110500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T110500Z
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SUMMARY:Film: Takayna — the Heart of Lutruwita
DESCRIPTION:Come along to a community-run screening of our film ‘Takayna — the Heart of Lutruwita’ in Armidale\, NSW.\nThrough the power of personal stories\, be taken on a journey to the vast and threatened landscapes of Australia’s largest temperate rainforest in the northwest of Lutruwita / Tasmania.\nThis area\, known as Takayna\, is one of the last wild places on Earth.\n‘Takayna — the Heart of Lutruwita’ is an inspiring and hopeful film about the battle to defend Takayna from mining and logging.\nFrom frontline activists to Tasmanian Aboriginal community members\, scientists and musicians\, these people are standing up for its protection\, and you can join them\, too.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/film-takayna-the-heart-of-lutruwita
LOCATION:Belgrave Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Activism,Film,Forests,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Brown Foundation":MAILTO:contact@bobbrown.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250601
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250523T025712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T025712Z
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SUMMARY:Armidale Tree Group Paddock Sale
DESCRIPTION:Armidale Tree Group is having its annual sale of discounted hiko stock and half price to less retail plants. Full trays of hiko tubestock i.e. 40 trees will be discounted to half price or less.\n\nWe will begin the sale on Thursday May 29th while stock lasts with the final day to be Saturday May 31st. Doors open at 9 am 
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/armidale-tree-group-paddock-sale
LOCATION:Armidale Tree Group\, 80 Mann Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Planting
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250525T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250201T105117Z
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SUMMARY:Markets in the Mall
DESCRIPTION:SLA usually has an information stall in front of the City Post Office at Armidale Markets in the Mall. They are held on the last Sunday of each month from 8am–1pm with 50 plus different stalls making a regular appearance. Stalls include a huge range of street food\, cafés\, farm produce\, quality handmade and handcrafted items\, cupcakes\, candles\, bath and body products\, skincare and makeup\, handmade clothing\, bags\, shoes\, linen\, pottery\, woodwork\, plants\, art\, homewares\, toys\, plus so much more. \nThe markets are held in Beardy Street Mall\, Armidale and are run by the Armidale PCYC.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/markets-in-the-mall/2025-05-25
LOCATION:Armidale Mall\, Beardy Street Mall\, Beardy Street\,\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Art,Food,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="PCYC":MAILTO:armidale@pcycnsw.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250526
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
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SUMMARY:Pilliga Tag–Along Tours
DESCRIPTION:The Pilliga Tag-along tour is a not-for-profit tour. It is an activist tour aiming to educate and highlight the dire impacts of coal seam gas. It is tour that contrasts the beauty of the Pilliga with the visible impacts of mining. \nCar sharing is encouraged\, as fuel is the largest cost. Self-catering is an option; costs are kept to a minimum. \n\nDay 1 We will visit either the Barradine Forest Discovery Centre\, the Sculptures In The Scrub or Fire tower and Salt Caves and the Sandstone Caves. From the top of the fire tower enjoy extensive views of The Pilliga\, with views of the Warrumbungles and Mount Kaputar. If time permits we will visit Dandry Gorge; take a 3 km walk to see the beauty of this rugged country and the amazing sculptures\, then a 1.7km walk to view the beautiful colours and Aboriginal art in the Sandstone Caves.\nDay 2 we tour the coal seam gas fields: visit ‘produced water’ spills; and see poorly rehabilitated areas on old exploration sites\, gas pipelines\, pilot production wells\, and previously unlined produced water ponds. Santos’s infrastructure and hear about the risks to the Great Artesian Basin.\n\nThe Santos leasehold in the Gunnedah Basin includes 53 current wells in the Pilliga and 850 proposed wells in the Pilliga and adjoining farmlands. \nPat Schultz\, National Parks association\, Armidale Branch \nBookings essential  Email pat.schultz@bigpond.com  Phone or message Pat {mobile prefix oh for}28725852
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/pilliga-tag-along-tours
LOCATION:NSW
CATEGORIES:Activism,Forests,Walk,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Parks Association of NSW":MAILTO:armidale@npansw.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250518T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250518T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250501T110920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T233537Z
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SUMMARY:Black Gully at the Mall Markets
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Big Chill weekend\, come to the Black Gully Stage at the PCYC Market on Sunday MAY 18th from  9:30am and get a taste of what’s coming in November! \nOn the Stage: \n\n9:30 – Khaleel Gundi\n10:30 – New England Pipers\n10:45 – Indarlie – a folk pop duo from PLC\n11:30 – The Rocky Bottom Girls – 4 member Americana/alternative folk band\n\nBrought to you by the Musicians of Armidale \nPlus! A range of nature\, arts and science stalls in the Mall for kids of all ages – \nPlatypus clay and play — ephemeral pictures — making seedballs — scavenger hunt — solar and wind
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/black-gully-at-the-mall-markets
LOCATION:Armidale Mall\, Beardy Street Mall\, Beardy Street\,\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Art,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Musicians Of Armidale":MAILTO:musiciansofarmidale@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250511T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250511T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250305T105502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T022026Z
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SUMMARY:Armidale Dumaresq Creek regeneration
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to 2025 and advice for the start of our 2nd Sunday Working Bees. Our working bee will involve planting a new area within the Weedy Wasteland to Wildlife Wetland area\, some infill planting and possibly weeding as well. Access will be from the south side via Kennedy Street. Location: Park on the cleared area near the Wharf Bench / Project Signage on the southern side of the creek accessed off Kennedy Street. Turn left into the gap between the trees before you reach the house at the end of the street. Follow the AURG Working Bee signs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring:   BYO long sleeved shirt\, long pants and sturdy boots.  Please also bring gloves\, broad brim hat and sunscreen. AURG will provide equipment\, morning tea and BBQ lunch for a gold coin donation. AURG Membership \n\n\n\nFor members that have provided a mobile number with their SNEL / AURG membership\, I will be trialling our Text Message service closer to the working bee. The aim of this is for advising of changes closer to the event.    \n\n\n\nPlease also note the membership requirements below. Membership is free but essential for public liability and insurance purposes. I will bring a current membership list\, membership forms and a guide for updating via your phone. \n\n\n\nMembership regulations: All AURG (sub-group) members & volunteers must also hold a current membership as an Individual Member\, under the auspicing body of Southern New England Landcare Limited. This is to ensure everyone is covered for public liability and insurance purposes. All participants wishing to attend the AURG working bee must be a current Individual SNEL Member i.e. \n\n\n\nHold current membership. SNEL will provide AURG with a current list prior to each event.\n\n\n\nNew volunteers should register online via the SNEL Membership page on the website https://snelandcare.org.au/membership/become-a-member.html \, prior to the event.\n\n\n\nIf a volunteer does not have internet access\, they may pick up a form from the SNEL office\, to complete and sign. Forms should be left at\, or mailed back to\, the SNEL office for processing.\n\n\n\nA new person or non-member\, who arrives on the day to the AURG working bee\, must sign a hard copy Membership form\, when registering “at the door”\, in order to participate at the event.\n\n\n\nMembership is current for 12 months
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/armidale-dumaresq-creek-regeneration/2025-05-11
LOCATION:Dumaresq Creek\, 27 Kennedy St\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Planting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Urban Rivercare Group":MAILTO:bryan.johnston@bigpond.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250511T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250511T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250216T110152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T110152Z
UID:10000062-1746952200-1746966600@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:Armidale Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Armidale Farmers Market is on 2nd Sunday each month 8:30am–12:30pm at Curtis Park \nOne of the great advantages of Curtis Park is that many people will be able to cycle and walk to the market. We’re always working on new ideas and activities in the pipeline and are aiming to continue to provide a vibrant and quality market. Keep an eye out on our Facebook page and Instagram. \nIf you are a paid up member of Sustainable Living Armidale you are welcome to sell produce at the Armidale Local Food stall with a slice of profits going to paying for the stall and surplus goes to SLA which in turn propels new projects. \nBYO bags + reuseables\, we’re aiming for a plastic free zone!
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/armidale-farmers-market/2025-05-11
LOCATION:Curtis Park\, 75 Faulkner Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Farmers Market":MAILTO:armidalefarmersmarket@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250504T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250504T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250430T100455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T100455Z
UID:10000195-1746349200-1746361800@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:North Armidale Walking Tracks Tree Planting
DESCRIPTION:We’re ready to plant some trees and shrubs \nThe next North Armidale Walking Tracks (NAWT) working bee will be on Sunday 4th May\, 9.00 – 12.30 \nAn area at the “Four Ways” has been slashed and cleared of rubbish\, and a number of spots dug over ready for planting. \nWe look forward to seeing as many as possible to celebrate our achievements during this (and past) seasons- especially welcome are those we haven’t seen for a while\, and new faces. \nMeet at the “Four Ways” about five hundred metres in from the locked gate at the end of Blue Wren Road. Please note the slightly later start time of 9.00. Morning tea will be around 10.30 \nFor those actively participating in the planting: Please wear… Long sleeved shirt\, long trousers\, hat\, sturdy footwear\, gloves. \nBring… sunscreen\, water bottle\, and a mug for morning tea of course. Tea\, coffee\, and morning tea will again be available. \nYou might also want to bring … a friend (to lean on)\, something to kneel on (or wear knee pads). \nHand tools… If you wish to bring along your own suitable hand tools for planting\, please do. \nParking. Park at the gate at the Blue Wren Road gate if there is room. Limited parking will be available at the site\, but the track is not suitable for cars with low clearance. \nIf the site is too wet\, I will send out an email on Sunday morning. \nFor further information phone Ken: {mobile prefix oh for}28 851 952 \nLooking forward to seeing you next Sunday \nBest wishes\,\nKen
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/north-armidale-walking-tracks-tree-planting
LOCATION:North Armidale Walking Tracks\, Blue Wren Road\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Planting,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250427T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250402T220417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T220633Z
UID:10000191-1745740800-1745773200@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:NPA Bush Walk that sets out from Armidale Visitors Centre
DESCRIPTION:Hi Members and Supporters\nNon members are welcome to join us on 3 walks prior to joining NPA. The walk won’t require transport as it will commence from the visitor centre. \nOutline: \nThe walk will start at the Armidale Visitor Centre and will not require any further transport. The route of the walk will be along the cycle path to Box Hill Drive where the efforts of the Armidale Urban Rivercare Group will be viewed. The walk will then follow Box Hill Drive to Rockvale Road then along Trelawney Road to the eastern end of a road corridor where another group has been cutting out exotic shrubs and weeds. The corridor has a good sample of ridge top vegetation and leads through to the highway. A short section of highway to Range View Road where views across the landscape to Mount Duval are possible. Then along Range View Road\, Fittler Road and Link Road to the path along Scholes Street under the highway and along Crest Road to Erskine Street. Then through Snow Gums Reserve where a third group has been dealing with weeds amongst the native woodland. The walk will follow Kirkwood Street to Dangar Street and along the bike path where Armidale Regional Council is planning to “beautify” the adjoining park lands back to the Visitor Information Centre. Total distance is around 13 kms depending on which route to follow through Snow Gums Reserve. \n\nEstimated Distance: 13 kms depending on the route through Snow Gums Reserve.\nWhat to Bring: Suitable clothing\, hat\, warm jumper\, raincoat\, lunch\, water\, personal first aid kit\, thermos if one desires a hot drink during the day.\nWhat to Wear: Check the forecast and wear appropriate clothing.\n\nOptions to Shorten the Walk: \nThere are several options to shorten the walk by following various roads and streets back to the Visitor Information Centre. If the weather in the morning is OK but looks threatening later in the day the walk will be shortened accordingly. \nContact: Paul on {mobile prefix oh for}56 368 680
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/npa-bush-walk-that-sets-out-from-armidale-visitors-centre
LOCATION:Armidale Visitors Centre\, 84 Marsh Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Walk,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Parks Association of NSW":MAILTO:armidale@npansw.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250427T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250427T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250201T105117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T201038Z
UID:10000008-1745740800-1745758800@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:Markets in the Mall
DESCRIPTION:SLA usually has an information stall in front of the City Post Office at Armidale Markets in the Mall. They are held on the last Sunday of each month from 8am–1pm with 50 plus different stalls making a regular appearance. Stalls include a huge range of street food\, cafés\, farm produce\, quality handmade and handcrafted items\, cupcakes\, candles\, bath and body products\, skincare and makeup\, handmade clothing\, bags\, shoes\, linen\, pottery\, woodwork\, plants\, art\, homewares\, toys\, plus so much more. \nThe markets are held in Beardy Street Mall\, Armidale and are run by the Armidale PCYC.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/markets-in-the-mall/2025-04-27
LOCATION:Armidale Mall\, Beardy Street Mall\, Beardy Street\,\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Art,Food,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="PCYC":MAILTO:armidale@pcycnsw.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250413T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250413T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250305T105502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T022026Z
UID:10000123-1744533000-1744547400@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:Armidale Dumaresq Creek regeneration
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to 2025 and advice for the start of our 2nd Sunday Working Bees. Our working bee will involve planting a new area within the Weedy Wasteland to Wildlife Wetland area\, some infill planting and possibly weeding as well. Access will be from the south side via Kennedy Street. Location: Park on the cleared area near the Wharf Bench / Project Signage on the southern side of the creek accessed off Kennedy Street. Turn left into the gap between the trees before you reach the house at the end of the street. Follow the AURG Working Bee signs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring:   BYO long sleeved shirt\, long pants and sturdy boots.  Please also bring gloves\, broad brim hat and sunscreen. AURG will provide equipment\, morning tea and BBQ lunch for a gold coin donation. AURG Membership \n\n\n\nFor members that have provided a mobile number with their SNEL / AURG membership\, I will be trialling our Text Message service closer to the working bee. The aim of this is for advising of changes closer to the event.    \n\n\n\nPlease also note the membership requirements below. Membership is free but essential for public liability and insurance purposes. I will bring a current membership list\, membership forms and a guide for updating via your phone. \n\n\n\nMembership regulations: All AURG (sub-group) members & volunteers must also hold a current membership as an Individual Member\, under the auspicing body of Southern New England Landcare Limited. This is to ensure everyone is covered for public liability and insurance purposes. All participants wishing to attend the AURG working bee must be a current Individual SNEL Member i.e. \n\n\n\nHold current membership. SNEL will provide AURG with a current list prior to each event.\n\n\n\nNew volunteers should register online via the SNEL Membership page on the website https://snelandcare.org.au/membership/become-a-member.html \, prior to the event.\n\n\n\nIf a volunteer does not have internet access\, they may pick up a form from the SNEL office\, to complete and sign. Forms should be left at\, or mailed back to\, the SNEL office for processing.\n\n\n\nA new person or non-member\, who arrives on the day to the AURG working bee\, must sign a hard copy Membership form\, when registering “at the door”\, in order to participate at the event.\n\n\n\nMembership is current for 12 months
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/armidale-dumaresq-creek-regeneration/2025-04-13
LOCATION:Dumaresq Creek\, 27 Kennedy St\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Planting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Urban Rivercare Group":MAILTO:bryan.johnston@bigpond.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250413T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250413T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250216T110152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T110152Z
UID:10000061-1744533000-1744547400@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:Armidale Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Armidale Farmers Market is on 2nd Sunday each month 8:30am–12:30pm at Curtis Park \nOne of the great advantages of Curtis Park is that many people will be able to cycle and walk to the market. We’re always working on new ideas and activities in the pipeline and are aiming to continue to provide a vibrant and quality market. Keep an eye out on our Facebook page and Instagram. \nIf you are a paid up member of Sustainable Living Armidale you are welcome to sell produce at the Armidale Local Food stall with a slice of profits going to paying for the stall and surplus goes to SLA which in turn propels new projects. \nBYO bags + reuseables\, we’re aiming for a plastic free zone!
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/armidale-farmers-market/2025-04-13
LOCATION:Curtis Park\, 75 Faulkner Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Farmers Market":MAILTO:armidalefarmersmarket@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250406T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250406T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250402T231453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T234053Z
UID:10000192-1743930000-1743948000@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:Armidale Tree Group Open Day Program
DESCRIPTION:9.30am Opening of our new footbridge in the Mike O’Keeffe Woodland \n\nA Walk in the Mike O’Keeffe Woodland\nTree Plantings\nGuided Nursery Tours\n\nWorkshops in the nursery: \n\n10.30 Diversity in the Woodland – Dr Peter Metcalfe\n11.30 Seed Propagation – Sam Arandale-Bioletti\n12.30 Plants for Birds- Dr Peter Metcalfe\n1.30 Propagation from Cuttings – Kim Kneebone\n\nTalks in the Woodland Centre: \n\n10.30 Pollen- Dr Andrew Thornhill\n11.30 Eucalypts – Dr Rose Andrews\n12.30 Conserving the Bell’s Turtle – Dr Louise Streeting\n1.30 Koalas – Matt Elsley\n\nKids activities (adults to accompany) in the Green Classroom: 10.30-2.30 Young Nature Lovers – Anita Brown \n\nContinuous BBQ\nCoffee Van\nMusic\nArt\n\nDisplays:  \n\nSouthern New England Landcare\nKoala Display\nArmidale Plants Society\nNorthern Tablelands Wildlife Carers\nEzidi Food Stall\n\nCollect your free tree by presenting a ‘Free Tree’ voucher. All activities Free. Come and support your local community nursery.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/armidale-tree-group-open-day-program
LOCATION:Armidale Tree Group\, 80 Mann Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Food,Garden,Planting,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250405T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250405T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250328T003259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T040755Z
UID:10000190-1743852600-1743865200@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:We need you: SLA Float in Autumn Parade
DESCRIPTION:We are seeking participants for this year’s Autumn Festival parade\, to walk as part of the Sustainable Living Armidale float. \n\n\n\nSLA float at the Autumn Festival\, Saturday 5th April 2025 Midday Central Park\n\nEven if you can’t attend the planning meeting or working bee\, please join us for the parade! \nWe have some spare sandwich boards they can wear. 11:30 at Central park\, we are site number 36 on the grass off Faulkner Street.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/we-need-you-sla-float-in-autumn-parade
LOCATION:Central Park\, 125 Dangar Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Music,Theatre,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Living Armidale":MAILTO:info@SLArmidale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250402T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250402T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250327T235846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T235846Z
UID:10000189-1743609600-1743620400@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:Community Information Session — Gara BESS
DESCRIPTION:This month\, ACEnergy will submit the Gara Battery Energy Storage System(BESS) Environmental Impact Statement to the Department of Planning\, Housing\, and Infrastructure (DPHI). This report includes detailed findings from research and investigations covering biodiversity\, visual impacts\, water use\, noise\, heritage\, and social well-being. You will soon be able to access the report here: https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/major-projects/projects/gara-battery-energy-storage-system\n\nCommunity engagement \n\nWe’re hosting an in-person information session to share the technical studies and discuss next steps. No registration is required \n\nIn-Person Session: Wednesday\, 2 April\, 4–7 pm. Ken Hughes House Activities Room\, 141 Faulker Street\, Armidale NSW \n\nWe look forward to meeting you there
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/community-information-session-gara-bess
LOCATION:Kent House\, 141 Faulkner Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="BD Infrastructure":MAILTO:Reem.Nasr@bdinfrastructure.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250330T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250330T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250201T105117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T201038Z
UID:10000007-1743321600-1743339600@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:Markets in the Mall
DESCRIPTION:SLA usually has an information stall in front of the City Post Office at Armidale Markets in the Mall. They are held on the last Sunday of each month from 8am–1pm with 50 plus different stalls making a regular appearance. Stalls include a huge range of street food\, cafés\, farm produce\, quality handmade and handcrafted items\, cupcakes\, candles\, bath and body products\, skincare and makeup\, handmade clothing\, bags\, shoes\, linen\, pottery\, woodwork\, plants\, art\, homewares\, toys\, plus so much more. \nThe markets are held in Beardy Street Mall\, Armidale and are run by the Armidale PCYC.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/markets-in-the-mall/2025-03-30
LOCATION:Armidale Mall\, Beardy Street Mall\, Beardy Street\,\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Art,Food,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="PCYC":MAILTO:armidale@pcycnsw.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250328T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250328T230000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250320T104918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T230550Z
UID:10000186-1743152400-1743202800@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:Talk: Healthy and sustainable food systems
DESCRIPTION:We have undertaken research into how to simultaneously improve human and planetary health by building alternative community food infrastructures (CFIs) that are socially and environmentally just. This has all been part of the Armidale Climate and Health Project\, supported by funding from UNE. At this free public presentation we will share the results of our research and our plans for the next steps events in the community. \nThe talk will be given by Jen Hamilton and Nikki Larder\, researchers from UNE. \nBackground: \nCFIs are small-scale\, physical and organisational structures and facilities that support the development of healthy and sustainable food systems and communities. They enable access to healthy food for marginalised groups who suffer a disproportionate chronic disease and health burden\, while also supporting the adaptation of the wider agri-food system. Examples include community gardens\, food cooperatives\, food banks\, food relief services\, free or low cost soup kitchens and community dinners\, food co-ops and pay-what-you can restaurants. \nWe are especially interested in collective community meal provision\, and have experimented with different kinds of community meals in Armidale and also researched community meal initiatives across greater Sydney. One of the things we found is that it is very hard for community organisations to find affordable food to provide for the community in need while also sourcing sustainably produced food. This food tends to be more expensive and a luxury item for wealthier people. We are interested in this dilemma and the barriers involved in addressing it\, because both to long term public health and wellbeing and also to climate adaptation.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/jen-nikki-talk-about-community-food-infrastructures
LOCATION:NOVA\, 122 Faulkner Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Food,Garden
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Living Armidale":MAILTO:info@SLArmidale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250327T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250327T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250313T233812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T062715Z
UID:10000184-1743094800-1743102000@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Armidale: Home Energy Upgrades for Comfort and Every Budget
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Living Armidale (SLA)\, Electrify Armidale\, and partners are excited to be bringing a new program to Armidale this year\, the Armidale Community-Driven Shift to Renewable Energy and Sustainability. Thanks to the Future for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR) and with funding through their Community-Led Climate Solutions\, we’ve secured a grant to enable us to run a series of events designed to make energy efficiency and electrification easy and accessible\, and to help local communities make the most out of the renewable energy generation that is coming to the region. Working alongside our partners UNE SRI and Community Power Agency this initiative is spearheaded by Electrify Armidale for a Renewable Energy Future. \n\n\n\nThroughout the year\, a series of FREE public events will offer hands-on learning experiences empowering residents and businesses to cut energy costs\, improve home efficiency\, and actively engage in the clean energy transition. Covering everything from home energy upgrades and electric vehicles to battery storage and large-scale renewable projects\, the program will connect the community with expert advice\, financial incentives\, and trusted suppliers. \n\n\n\nThe first launching event\, Electrify Armidale Community Program: Home Energy Upgrades for Comfort and Every Budget\, will be held on March 27th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the UNE SRI.  We would like to extend a warm invitation to your members and the Armidale and regional community to attend. This event is for anyone – be they renters\, homeowners\, energy professionals\, business leaders or community advocates. All you need is an interest in reducing energy bills\, exploring energy efficiency and improving comfort and engagement for all. \n\n\n\nExpert speakers include: \n\n\n\n\nCalum Harvey-Scholes – Rewiring Australia and Electrify 2515 pilot program\n\n\n\nJaime Comber – Energy Upgrades for Australian Homes\, UTS\n\n\n\nPiroska Bisits-Bullen – ZapCat\, Electrify Everything\n\n\n\nMatt Peterson – Automised Energy\, Regain Control of Your Power Bills\n\n\n\nMahalath Halperin –  Eco architect and environmental assessor
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/home-energy-upgrades-for-comfort-and-every-budget
LOCATION:NOVA\, 122 Faulkner Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Electrification,Renewable Energy,Solar and Batteries
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Living Armidale":MAILTO:info@SLArmidale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250325T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250320T110742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T110742Z
UID:10000187-1742925600-1742936400@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:NPA Forum: Managing Travelling Stock Routes
DESCRIPTION:Managing Travelling Stock Routes for Ecological Significance and stock use At Kent house 141 Faulkner St Armidale. \n\n6.00pm- Join us for supper of homemade soups (vegetarian or chicken and vegetable)\n6.45pm- Forum on Travelling Stock Routes with guest speaker Ross Fuller of LLS Q&A\, discussion\n7.45pm– Tea and dessert break\n8 pm- NPA members meeting (all welcome): short update on activities\, time for you to raise issues\n\nZoom link:   https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81670358156 \nRoss has spent 10 years with Local Land Services managing the network of Travelling Stock Routes and Reserves (TSR’s) which criss-cross the tablelands between Inverell\, Tenterfield\, Armidale and Walcha. They are vital wildlife corridors and include some of the best remaining examples of the grassy woodlands that used to cover the better soils across the tablelands. Tenders are open for 5-year grazing leases over many of them. Do stock and graziers always get priority over conserving natural values? How are weeds and pest animals managed? \nNPA is separate from the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS)\, a government department. \nArmidale Branch of National Parks Association celebrated 50 years i1974 – 2024
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/npa-forum-managing-travelling-stock-routes
LOCATION:Kent House\, 141 Faulkner Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Parks Association of NSW":MAILTO:armidale@npansw.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250323T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250314T011037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T111214Z
UID:10000185-1742734800-1742742000@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:Bob Brown Foundation's March in March for Forests
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday 23 March\, we will be rallying for forests at Judith Wright Memorial\, Civic Park\, Creeklands. \nHear updates from First Nations custodians\, Forest Protectors and Ecologists about our precious Styx River and the endangered Greater Gliders who live there. Join us in the fight for the promised Great Koala National Park. Now is the time to pressure Local\, State and Federal governments. \nWe have one clear demand for all candidates in the upcoming federal election: end native forest logging!  \n \nMake sure to bring your friends and family along too.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/march-in-march-for-forests
LOCATION:Judith Wright Memorial\, 118 Dumaresq Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forests,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Living Armidale":MAILTO:info@SLArmidale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250322T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250305T205720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T224358Z
UID:10000183-1742634000-1742648400@slarmidale.org
SUMMARY:Community Tree Planting
DESCRIPTION:The second Community planting was postponed due to the recent extreme weather. Those who had RSVP’d were contacted directly about the change but if any others would like to partake the details are as follows: \nArmidale Tree Group and Armidale Zonta Club — International Womens Day \nEveryone is welcome! There is no prior experience needed\, wear sturdy shoes\, gloves and a hat. It’s a great way to get involved in your community\, meet new people\, plant koala habitat\, and make a difference. We hope to see you there! \nOur aim is to complete our 2000 tree planting and with only 800 to go\, we hope to see you there. \nBBQ Lunch provided.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/community-tree-planting
LOCATION:Mirranook\, 841 Boorolong Rd\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Planting
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250320T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250320T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T035426
CREATED:20250305T111628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T111921Z
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SUMMARY:Koala Konversations
DESCRIPTION:Come along for an inspiring evening with a panel of leading experts and get involved with a live Q&A discussion on koala conservation\, research\, and how you can help! \nThe Northern Tablelands is home to some of NSW’s most important endangered koala populations. \nDon’t miss this chance to learn\, connect\, and support koala conservation! \n\nWelders Dog Pizzas on tap!\nFree food!\nPart-proceeds to Koala Rescue\nSpecial Koala Beer\n\nExperts: \n\nCarolyn Hogg\nSydney University\nProfessor\, Biodiversity and Conservation\nAustralasian Wildlife Genomics Group (co-lead)\nThreatened Species Initiative (Chair)\nRomane Cristescu\nSunshine Coast University\nSenior Research Fellow\, Conservation Ecology\nDetection Dogs for Conservation (Director)\nJohn Lemon\nJML Environmental Consultants\nEcologist\, Northern Inland Koala\nConservation Specialist\nMike Greig\nNSW NPWS\, New England\, Area Manager\nKangaroo Island National Parks and Wildlife Manager (SA)\nKoala Conservation and Management Specialist (SA)\n\nJoin us for a night of Koala Conservation!
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/koala-konversations
LOCATION:The Welder’s Dog Brewery\, 101 Beardy Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern New England Landcare":MAILTO:mail@snelandcare.org.au
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