by editor | 6 Mar 2026 | AACSGaM, SLAM |
The Denman Aberdeen Muswellbrook Scone Healthy Environment Group (DAMS HEG) achieved a landmark, precedent-setting victory in the NSW Court of Appeal in July 2025, overturning approval for the 22-year expansion of MACH Energy’s Mount Pleasant coal mine. The...
by editor | 24 Feb 2026 | House Tour, SLAM |
Are you living off the grid in the northern tablelands region? Epic Architecture is inviting local residents to take part in an exciting research study exploring real-life comfort and performance in off-grid homes. Over the next nine months, we’ll be learning...
by editor | 6 Feb 2026 | Habitat, SLAM
Applications are open for the new term of NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service regional advisory committees (RACs): 1 July 2026 – 30 June 2030. Applications close on Wednesday 25 February 2026 at 11.55pm. Applications can be made at I Work For NSW. The online...
by editor | 22 Jan 2026 |
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,...
by editor | 22 Jan 2026 | Climate, SLAM
Herb shines the ‘Community Spotlight’ on ‘Climate Change’ and ‘Feminism’ with the help of Dr Jennifer Hamilton. They chat about a wide range of aspects: History, ecofeminism, social acceptance and gender diversity, to name a few. 2025-12-19 – Climate Change and...
by editor | 22 Jan 2026 | Climate, SLAM
The Guardian calculated that on the 12th day of January this year the world’s richest 1% had used their fair share of carbon emissions for 2026. Since 1990, the richest 0.1% have increased their share of total emissions by 32%, whilst the poorest half of...
by editor | 21 Jan 2026 | Climate, SLAM
In a year where we saw record-breaking heat, accelerating emissions, and climate impacts arrive faster and harder than even scientists expected, the gap between political rhetoric and physical reality became impossible to ignore. 2025 has made one thing painfully...
by kade smith | 18 Jan 2026
Join us for a screening of three short Australian documentaries on growing food at home, followed by an inspiration talk by Jade Miles, food advocate, co-op founder and author of Huddle. Jade will share insights on building a tomorrow of togetherness through local...
by editor | 25 Nov 2025 | Climate, Energy, Rising Tide
Rising Tide has just announced that one of Australia’s most iconic and electric live acts, Lime Cordiale will headline the 2025 People’s Blockade of the World’s Largest Coal Port. The climate protest in Newcastle from Thursday 27 November to Tuesday 2 December will...
by editor | 25 Nov 2025 | Black Gully, SLAM
Herb shines the ‘Community Spotlight’ on the recent Black Gully Festival 2025. With the help of David Carr they review the 14th festival and invite more local schools to be involved for 2026. Finally a call for a principle benefactor who wishes to support the festival...
by editor | 25 Nov 2025 | Energy, SLAM
Holloway BESS situated at 112 Eathorpe Rd – a 250MW 2-4hr battery which will link in with the substation. The project is Australian owned by Syn Co Global and Partners and is considered a State significant project. The BESS will be low in height (up to 2.5m) and...
by editor | 21 Nov 2025 | Habitat, NPA, SLAM
Big Spotty, the world’s largest known Spotted Gum tree, is located in North Brooman State Forest on the New South Wales South Coast. Patrick Anderson, who took this photos in September 2025, says: “This majestic tree is over 70 meters tall and is estimated to be more...
by editor | 21 Nov 2025 | Death, SLAM
A Gentle Return to the...
by editor | 14 Nov 2025 | AACSGaM, Climate, Rising Tide, SLAM
Missed the community screenings? Or want to share the film with friends and family? Now’s your chance to relive the powerful story of the 2024 People’s Blockade — and get fired up for the massive weeks ahead! This inspiring documentary tells the story of Rising Tide’s...
by editor | 14 Nov 2025 | Art, SLAM
It’s been a tough few weeks for nature, but we’ve got just the thing to add a bit of joy to your week. Wild At Art, Australia’s biggest threatened species art competition for kids, has officially wrapped up and we need your help to award the People’s Choice award!...
