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SUMMARY:Rocks\, water\, past and future — Water resources around Guyra and Armidale
DESCRIPTION:Armidale Branch of National Parks Association invites you to join us for an evening of hearty soup and to hear about Resources around Guyra and Armidale. \nHow geology affects the movement of ground and surface water\, a critical resource for both natural ecosystems and human activities in relation to our local area.\n\n\n6pm Winter warming Homemade soup\n7pm Talk by Ian Reeve and discussion \n\nRSVP appreciated for catering purposes npaarmidale@gmail.com \nIan’s professional experience includes research in geology\, soil science\, soil and water conservation engineering\, adult education\, water resource management\, environmental and agricultural policy\, environmental sociology\, demography and social impact analysis.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/rocks-water-past-and-future-water-resources-around-guyra-and-armidale
LOCATION:Kent House\, 141 Faulkner Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Food,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:20250708T130000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Unpacking the NSW State of the Environment Report
DESCRIPTION:The NSW State of the Environment report is the Premier’s scientific report card. Released every three years by the NSW Environment Protection Authority – the report tracks the health of our land\, waterways\, wildlife\, air and climate over time. \nFrom a tripling of the number of annual fish kill events\, to the ever-growing list of endangered species – it’s clear that we all need to take urgent action to turn these startling findings around. \nThe NSW Environment Protection Authority is joining us to unpack the report and three nature leaders will analyse what the findings mean for the environment movement in NSW. And we will share some practical actions we can all take from here. \nHere are the registration details: \nWhat: Webinar: Unpacking the NSW State of the Environment Report \nWhen: Tuesday 8 July\, 1-2pm AEST\nWhere: Online via Zoom\nRSVP: Register for free \nReport expert Darcy Welsh from the NSW Environment Protection Authority will join us to break down the key findings from the report. \nYou will also hear expert analysis from two environmental leaders and myself: \n\nJeff Angel\, Executive Director from Total Environment Centre\nGeorge Woods\, Head of Research and Investigations from Lock the Gate\, and\nJacqui Mumford\, Chief Executive Officer from Nature Conservation Council of NSW\n\nOur Policy and Advocacy Director\, Dr Brad Smith will facilitate the discussion. \nThere will be time during the webinar for a Q&A session. Please email questions beforehand to our Biodiversity & Habitat Campaigner Candice: cbartlett@nature.org.au. \nThis is a unique opportunity to learn what the State of Environment report is\, why it’s produced\, what it tells us and how we now influence change in NSW.\nRegister today
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/webinar-unpacking-the-nsw-state-of-the-environment-report
LOCATION:NSW
CATEGORIES:Forests,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Conservation Council NSW":MAILTO:ncc@nature.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250710T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250710T190000
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SUMMARY:Renewable Energy Battery Storage for the Home
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday 10 July 2025Time: 5:15 pm to 7:00 pm (refreshments from 5:00 pm)Location: NOVA\, 122 Faulkner St\, ArmidaleRegister for in-person or online attendance: Register here \nThis free community event in Armidale comes just days after the launch of the federal government’s $2.3 billion Cheaper Home Batteries Program\, which will provide around 30 percent upfront discounts on battery installations for eligible households and businesses. The session will help locals unpack what battery storage means for homes\, electric vehicles\, and the wider community. \nWhether you are a renter\, homeowner\, installer\, or simply curious about the future of energy\, this event will offer clear and practical insights. It will cover the benefits and challenges of battery storage and explain how systems like Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) and Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) work. You will also hear how storage links with community-scale projects and electricity networks. \nExpert speakers include: \n\n\nGeoff Bragg (Smart Energy Council): How home batteries work and what the new federal incentive means \n\n\nBridie Schmidt (NRMA): How EVs can store and supply energy with technologies like V2G\, V2H and V2L \n\n\nSally Hunter (Geni.Energy): How communities can co-own and benefit from energy storage \n\n\nAlistair Fletcher (Essential Energy): How batteries integrate with the broader grid\, including pole-top and neighbourhood-scale options \n\n\n\n“This event is all about empowering locals to take control of their energy future\,” said Trevor Brown\, Convenor of Electrify Armidale. “We want to make it easier for people to understand their storage options\, reduce bills\, and participate in the energy transition.” \n\n\n“Battery storage is often described as the missing piece in the clean energy puzzle\,” added Heidi McElnea\, Regional Partnerships Coordinator at Community Power Agency. “But it can be complex. This event brings together leading experts to explain how national policy connects to local opportunities.” \n\nThis event is part of a broader program of practical\, hands-on learning across the New England region. Covering solar\, electrification\, energy upgrades\, electric vehicles\, and large-scale renewables\, the series connects communities with expert advice\, financial incentives\, and trusted local suppliers. \nSupported by:This event is made possible through funding from the Paul Ramsay Foundation via the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal’s Community Led Climate Solutions grant program.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/renewable-energy-battery-storage-for-the-home
LOCATION:NOVA\, 122 Faulkner Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Electrification,Renewable Energy,Solar and Batteries
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250712T140000
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SUMMARY:Wasted exhibition opening — junk re-imagined
DESCRIPTION:Exhibition Dates: Sat 12 July – Sat 9 August — We have 82 entries from 33 artists \nThe Opening extravaganza will be on Sat 12 July at 2pm with a few entertaining surprises in store.\n\nJunk Re-imagined music\, some special junk dancers and the Wasted Trashy Fashion Prize\n\nOur fashion judge\, Eve Kennedy\, will select the best dressed wearable art or upcycled fashion at the opening event. Simply turn up in your trashiest best for a chance to win.  It is free to enter and has a $250 prize.\n\nThere is  over $3000 in prize money for our discerning multi-talented judges\, Patsy Asch & Bar Finch\, to select the numerous prize winning pieces from. All will be revealed at the Opening.\n\nThis exhibition is proudly supported by the Armidale Regional Council and ACEN Australia.\n 
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/enter-wasted-exhibition-junk-re-imagined
LOCATION:Armidale Art Gallery\, 149 Beardy Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Armidale Art Galley":MAILTO:armidaleartgallery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250713T083000
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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-2/2025-07-13
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:20250719T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250719T170000
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CREATED:20250731T082349Z
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SUMMARY:High Country Rising Tide Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This Northern Tablelands regional hublet of Rising Tide is a growing committed group deeply concerned that Australia is not serious about climate change. Rising Tide is a diverse movement demanding Australia honours our commitment to the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. \n\nWe are prepared to take whatever peaceful actions are within our power to defend the climate. We’re a vibrant and welcoming community of caring people\, who want a just transition away from coal for our region\, that is fast\, fair and forever.\n\nWe meet face-to-face monthly.third Sunday 3pm at the Jacaranda Room is located at 141 Faulkner Street\, within Hughes House.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/high-country-rising-tide-meeting/2025-07-19
LOCATION:Jacaranda Room\, 141 Faulkner Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Living Armidale":MAILTO:info@SLArmidale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250724T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250724T210000
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SUMMARY:SLA Pot Luck Meal and AGM at Kent House
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to attend the Pot Luck Meal and Annual General Meeting of Sustainable Living Armidale Inc. (SLA)\, which will be held at 6:00 pm on Thursday\, 24 July 2025 at Kent House. \nThere is a kitchen with basic facilities. The theme is green but bring anything to share that you want to. \nParticipants of the AGM are invited to attend via Zoom at 7:30pm. \nWear something green\, lucky green! \n\n\n\nThe formalities after the meal will be quick! A brief year in review will be presented as a slideshow (very visual) a bit like slide night. \n\n\n\nCurrent members are invited to attend and new members are welcome. Join the meeting via the Zoom SLA AGM from 7:30pm. \n\n\n\nShow your support for Sustainable Living in Armidale by taking out or renewing membership on the night. \n\n\n\nOfficial documents for the meeting are listed here: \n\n\n\nDraft 2024 AGM Minutes SLA\n2025 SLA AGM Draft Agenda\n\n\n\n\n\nHere a some random photos from 2024/25…
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/sla-pot-luck-meal-and-agm-at-kent-house
LOCATION:Kent House\, 141 Faulkner Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Food
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Living Armidale":MAILTO:info@SLArmidale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250727T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250727T130000
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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/2025-07-27
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:20250727T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250727T180000
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SUMMARY:Film: Turning the Ship at Armidale Playhouse
DESCRIPTION:Rising Tide – a fast growing grassroots climate justice movement – is excited to announce the release of Turning the Ship\, a story of the extraordinary 2024 People’s Blockade of the World’s Largest Coal Port – the highs\, the lows and the triumphs! \nWhether you’ve been one of  thousands at a recent People’s Blockade\, you’re considering joining for the first time this year\, or you’ve never even heard of it – this film screening is for you! \n \nGet along to connect with your local Rising Tide community\, celebrate the extraordinary success of 2024 and learn more about Rising Tide’s ambitious plans to make the 2025 People’s Blockade this November\, the biggest & boldest yet. \nCheck out NSW Northern Tablelands crew at 2024 People’s Blockade of the World’s Largest Coal Port
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/film-turning-the-ship-at-armidale-playhouse
LOCATION:Armidale Playhouse\, 309 Beardy Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Activism,Film
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rising Tide":MAILTO:newcastle@risingtide.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250730T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250730T203000
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SUMMARY:Film: 'No Other Land' showing at Belgrave Cinema
DESCRIPTION:New England Greens are pleased to bring the 2025 Academy Award documentary No Other Land showing at the Belgrave Cinema at 6.30pm on Wednesday 30 July.  It is a fundraiser to send money to Médecins sans Frontières for their noble medical work in Palestine.  As it is a fundraiser\, tickets must be bought by cash either beforehand from Gaynor {mobile prefix oh for}08923757 or in the cinema foyer.  They cannot be bought through the cinema. \nNo Other Land is a 2024 documentary film directed by Basel Adra\, Hamdan Ballal\, Yuval Abraham\, and Rachel Szor\, in their directorial debut. A Palestinian-Israeli collective of activists\, the four conceived and produced the film in what they describe as an act of resistance on the path to justice in the Israeli–Palestinian conflict. The film was recorded between 2019 and 2023 and shows the destruction of a Palestinian community in the occupied West Bank\, which had been resisting forced displacement after an Israeli “firing zone” was declared on their land.
URL:https://slarmidale.org/event/film-no-other-land-showing-at-belgrave-cinema
LOCATION:Belgrave Cinema\, 145 Dumaresq Street\, Armidale\, NSW\, 2350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Film
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