by editor | 6 Feb 2013 | Event, Monthly Forum, SLAM
Sustainable Living Armidale (SLA) is looking at Transition Around The World at its first monthly Thursday Forum for 2013. Whilst SLA is very much an independent local Armidale organization, with its roots firmly in this community, it owes some of its inspiration to...
by editor | 5 Feb 2013 | Event, SLAM
From the 1st March 2013 amateur, recreational hunting will take place in 78 of our national parks. The National Parks Association of NSW is working with the community to repeal the legislation that allows recreational hunting to occur. The National Parks Association...
by editor | 1 Feb 2013 | AURG, Event
Armidale Urban Rivercare Group held a planning meeting for the 2013 season last week. The group will continue their programme of removing and controlling weeds along Dumaresq Creek, and replacing them with natives. Spokesperson for the group, Angus Adair said “We...
by editor | 1 Feb 2013 | Black Gully, Event |
On the 10th February we will once again be presenting the Black Gully Music Festival. Last year we dodged storms but had a great time. This year its a community festival celebrating life, Landcare and summer in Armidale. Six local bands will perform on the open air...
by user submitted | 1 Feb 2013 | SLAM
After renovating his inner-city Sydney terrace and making it almost entirely self-sufficient in energy, water and waste disposal, Michael Mobbs realised his house was sustainable, but he wasn’t. While his house saves 100,000 litres of dam water a year, the same amount...
by user submitted | 31 Jan 2013 | Event, SLAM
The Armidale Art Gallery presents Works by Carmel Devine • Jim Ridgewell • Charlotte Tonn Carmel Devine In this exhibition I tap into most of my skills developed from 15 years experience in the film industry where I created special effects for major films and my own...
by editor | 31 Jan 2013 | AACSGaM, Event
We will meet again next Monday, 4th February, at 6pm at the SNELCC office, Level 1, 3/119 Beardy St. Regards, Bea {mobile prefix oh four}58 752 680
by editor | 29 Jan 2013 | AURG, Event
The AURG is holding its first tree planting day for 2013. We are planning to plant 500 – 600 trees to the east of the area that we planted during the very big and successful Mental Health Month planting in October 2012. Details of the day are as follows:...
by editor | 29 Jan 2013 | Event, SLAM
Help! Help! Help! Are you willing to participate? 100% Renewable Energy is kicking off this year with ‘nationwide Summer Solar BBQ on February 24th. The emphasis is on all the rooftop solar panels households and businesses have installed in the past few...
by editor | 23 Jan 2013 | Event, SLAM
THE ECONOMICS OF HAPPINESS CONFERENCE BYRON BAY 15-17 MARCH Last year many of us saw the inspirational movie ‘Economics of Happiness’. This March, many ‘global voices for local action’ are meeting in Byron Bay, and we all have a chance to...
by editor | 22 Jan 2013 | AURG, Event
I would like to hold an AURG meeting to discuss AURG activities for the next six months. Details as follows:- Time: 5pm Date: Thursday 24 January 2013 Location: Armidale City Bowling Club I have attached a draft...
by editor | 22 Jan 2013 | Event, Garden
Hi everyone the garden is coming along well, although more rain would be welcome! Thanks to the wonderful TAS boys and their teachers we now have our chook house, and the chook run is coming together. Terry has been working hard, first in laying the fox-proof pavers...
by user submitted | 22 Jan 2013 | Event, SLAM
The first full moon for the year is on Sunday 27 January, so please feel free to come down to NERAM and walk the labyrinth painted on the grass below the car park. Sunset is around 8 pm, so we’ll walk from around 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm, and hopefully see the moon....
by editor | 22 Jan 2013 | Energy, Event
Hi, reminder that the next SLA Energy Action Group meeting is the first Monday in February, eg February 4th at 1pm at SNELCC. As I recall, we agreed to focus on energy efficiency this coming year so come with lots of ideas. I hope to see a big roll-up for the meeting....
by editor | 15 Jan 2013 | Event
Announcing EcoArts Conference 12-13 May 2013 in Wollongong NSW with web connection to Armidale NSW PLEASE NOTE: SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACTS NOW CLOSES 28 FEBRUARY 2013 and EARLY BIRD REGISTRATIONS close 28 February. The EcoArts Australis annual conference is an...
by user submitted | 20 Dec 2012 | Event, SLAM
Come and walk the labyrinth as you prepare for the turning of the year… Friday 21 December will be a summer solstice walk, starting at 7:30 pm on the lawn below the NERAM car park. I would like to talk about the labyrinth before we start, for those who...
by editor | 18 Dec 2012 | Event, SLAM
Hi All, A successful year is now near the end. We are promoting an “open day” this coming Saturday Dec 22. This is for members , their families and friends, and for the public generally. It will be an opportunity to promote the shed informally, say thanks to our...
by user submitted | 14 Dec 2012 | Event, SLAM
Holiday Greetings SLA-ers, On Sunday we’re launching a Draft Plan of Management for a Sustainability and Cultural Precinct at Moran Reserve. Council is working with NSW Crown Lands to promote the Draft Plan and encourage lots of public input. I hope you can...
by editor | 13 Dec 2012 | AURG, Event
Dear all The AURG would like to invite all Armidale Urban Rivercare’s along to the AURG Christmas Party. Imi and Bea have very generously offered to host the party and early dinner BBQ at their home at 13 Holmes Ave, Armidale. Details of the day are as follows:...
by editor | 13 Dec 2012 | Energy, Event, SLAM
Armidale homeowners opened up their houses to the public, to show off a range of features that make their homes sustainable and reduce their environmental impact. Local community group Sustainable Living Armidale Inc. organised this nine-house tour on the weekend of...
by editor | 11 Dec 2012 | Energy, SLAM
Are you interested in learning about the building process? How to renovate/build sustainably with a small budget (and keep council happy!)? Developing new (old) skills? Sharing an afternoon with like-minded people? Getting your hands dirty? Contributing to your...
by editor | 10 Dec 2012 | SLAM
I know it has been a thrillingly exciting wait, but now we can announce the Top Ten films most popular with Transition initiatives!! Thanks to everyone who voted. I know the fever pitch of excitement this has generated. read...
by user submitted | 5 Dec 2012 | SLAM
Share with your community to access what you need and help your neighbours. Tools, sporting equipment, musical instruments, appliances and much more. List something today! Why buy when you can share? By: Adam Blakester
by user submitted | 3 Dec 2012 | Event, SLAM
Phase 1: Istanbul, June 10-17, 2013 Phase 2: Everywhere, 2013-14 http://globalpowershift.org/ Global Power Shift is the starting point for a new phase in the international climate movement. First, hundreds of climate leaders from around the world will gather in...
by editor | 30 Nov 2012 | Event, Transport
Life Cycle Armidale promoted all types of cycling in beautiful spring weather on Sunday 16 September 2012. As part of NSW Bike Week, the event brought bike riders of all ages and abilities together at Armidale’s picturesque Creeklands. An excellent display about the...
