by Elizabeth O'hara | 19 Jul 2022 | Habitat, SLAM |
The release of the devastating State of the Environment Report (see analysis by Australian Conservation Council) last week highlighted the need to end native forest logging in NSW. There is something we can all do: please sign this petition calling for the end of...
by editor | 19 Jul 2022 | Event, SLAM, ZNET
Do you have garden tools languishing in the shed, in need of a fix-up but not sure where to start? Join this session for tips on how to bring them back into service. Bring along a tool you’d like to repair and get advice for that project. All workshops are free of...
by editor | 19 Jul 2022 | Event, SLAM, ZNET
Bring along your bike and any bike tools you have. Bring your maintenance up to speed, improve safety and extend the life of your bike. All workshops are free of charge and held at Little Birdy, Uralla. To book, email coordinator@zneturalla.org.au or call/text {oh...
by editor | 19 Jul 2022 | Event, SLAM, ZNET
Have you got small timber repairs you’d like to do, on furniture or around the house? This workshop will cover choosing and using hand tools and power tools, as well as demonstration of repair techniques. All workshops are free of charge and held at Little Birdy,...
by editor | 17 Jul 2022 | SLAM
“Organic land management is not to blame for the current position of Sri Lanka” Tim Marshall, Chair of NASAA Organic said today. NASAA Organic is Australia’s original organic industry association, providing market and industry development, advocacy, education, policy...
by editor | 12 Jul 2022 | Event, SLAM
If you are connected with a sustainability group you may like to join us online on Monday 18 July 7.00pm- 8.30pm AEST (5.00pm – 6.30pm WA) where we will hear stories from three Transition groups: Iain Mackay from Sustainable Living Armidale in NSW Karen Hewitt...
by editor | 12 Jul 2022 | Climate, Event, Habitat, SLAM, UNE
I would like to warmly invite you to join us for Agmentation 2022 on Thursday 28th July at 5.30pm at NOVA (122 Faulkner Street) and then on Friday 29th July at the UNE SMART Farm Innovation Centre from 7am! If you have not joined us for an Agmentation before, I can...
by editor | 12 Jul 2022 | AACSGaM, Aboriginal, Event, Habitat, SLAM
Tuesday 24rd Arrive at Pilliga Pottery at any time. It’s a beautiful place with many activities. Pottery classes, bushwalks, birdwatching and relaxing in beautiful surroundings. The Blue Wren Café is a licensed venue with excellent coffee and meals. 6pm dinner at Blue...
by editor | 12 Jul 2022 | AACSGaM, Aboriginal, Event, Habitat, SLAM
Fri 26th, Sat 27th, Sun 28th August 2022 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...
by editor | 12 Jul 2022 | Climate, SLAM
A net-zero future is possible, but first we need to flip a mental switch to truly understand that we can stop the climate crisis if we try, says Nobel laureate Al Gore. In this inspiring and essential talk, Gore shares examples of extreme climate events (think: fires,...
by editor | 14 Jun 2022 | Event, SLAM, ZNET
Film & discussion night 6–8pm Tuesday 14 June McCrosssin’s Mill, Salisbury St Uralla What is the circular economy and how can we support it locally? How can we treat waste as a resource? What could it look like to live in a regenerated Australia? Join us for...
by editor | 14 Jun 2022 | Event, SLAM, SNELC |
What’s possible if you could get a return on investment for your remnant vegetation? You are invited to hear how protecting your biodiversity can add to your bottom line and the health of your whole property from experienced local Landholders. Topics include:...
by editor | 14 Jun 2022 | ATG, Climate, Energy, Habitat, SLAM, UNE, Waste, ZNET
Community involvement in renewable energy projects – from bulk-buying solar panels for multiple households to communities co-owning a small solar farm – is helping to combat climate change while assisting the protection of nature along the way. Community owned or...
by Annette Kilarr | 14 Jun 2022 | Climate, Energy, Event, SLAM
REGISTER HERE Wednesday 15th of June, 11:30 – 12:30. Join the authors of this major study of the social impact of large-scale renewable energy in rural communities as they launch their ground-breaking report and discuss the local and national policy...
by editor | 14 Jun 2022 | Event, SLAM, ZNET
Sew & Mend: Free Community Workshops — Ages 12 & up Mending made easy Saturday 25 June 12pm – 4pm Community Centre Uralla For bookings, email coordinator@zneturalla.org.au or phone {mobile prefix oh for}20 514 653 Thank...
by editor | 14 Jun 2022 | Event, SLAM
My name is Meaghan Stamer and I am one of the organisers of Pulse of the Earth — A Festival of Regeneration in Bingara this Sept 2-4th 2022. This year we have exciting guest speakers lined up for our weekend festival along with live music, the lighting of the Phoenix...
by editor | 14 Jun 2022 | Event, SLAM, UNE
The UNE SRI CleanTech Futures Series promotes connections, shares information and grows aspirations for building strong regional futures. It shines a light on knowledge and innovations, including around bushfire resilience and recovery. This event will include...
by editor | 13 Jun 2022 | ARC, Energy, SLAM
By Sustainable Living Armidale (SLA) broadcasting this combined councils letter is not in itself an endorsement of it by SLA. The reason for this broadcast is to enhance community knowledge on this local issue. Background The New England Renewable Energy Zone (‘NE...
by editor | 23 May 2022 | ATG, Climate, Energy, Event, Habitat, SLAM
As perhaps the most critical issues of our time, nature, climate change and renewables will be the focus of the Regional Conference of the Nature Conservation Council of NSW (NCC), to be held on the weekend of June 4–5. The 2022 Conference at Echidna Gully, on the...
by editor | 23 May 2022 | Energy, Event, SLAM, UNE
The solar farm project commenced in 2016. It is a cornerstone of UNE’s substantial commitment to renewable energy, but just one in a series of UNE sustainability projects. Along the way to becoming a 100% ‘renewables’ campus, there are many learning opportunities...
by editor | 23 May 2022 | SLAM, Transport
Do you ride a bike in Armidale for fun, transport, sport, fitness, recreation or fun? Or some or all of those reasons? Whether you ride sometimes or often, you’re invited to discuss your cycling experiences for a university research project. PhD Researcher and...
by editor | 23 May 2022 | Aboriginal, Event, SLAM
The 12th annual Armidale Reconciliation Bridge Walk will take place at 12 noon on Sunday 29 May at the picnic area near Armidale Information Centre on the corner of Dumaresq and Marsh Streets. (Flyer attached.) The Bridge Walk is held during National Reconciliation...
by editor | 23 May 2022 | SLAM, Waste
Need an incentive to get out there and take action? Grab your diary because World Environment Day is June 5. It’s the United Nations day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment which is something we should definitely all get...
by editor | 23 May 2022 | SLAM, Waste
The plastic crisis is out of control, and corporations are trying to distract us with false promises like recycling and ocean clean-ups. But there are much simpler, more creative ways to solve this waste problem — ones we can start with today. The Story of Stuff...
by editor | 23 May 2022 | Energy, SLAM
Australia’s energy prices have been falling for the last four years, but that’s about to change. Just like the jump in petrol prices earlier this year, households will see a steep rise in electricity bills – up to 25% or more in some States. Expect to hear from your...
