On Sunday 23 March, we will be rallying for forests at Judith Wright Memorial, Civic Park, Creeklands. Hear 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
We are seeking participants for this year’s Autumn Festival parade, to walk as part of the Sustainable Living Armidale float. SLA float at the Autumn Festival, Saturday 5th April 2025 Midday Central Park Even if you can’t attend the planning meeting or working bee, please join us for the parade! We have some spare sandwich […]
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 […]
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. A deeply immersive exploration of death, dying and grief Explore mortality loss and grief through sensory process of weaving. […]
There are 7 houses this year plus a factory tour of Uniplan. To 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. Booklets will be available from 10th June at Boobooks in the Mall and Double Drop cafe in […]
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. We are prepared to take whatever peaceful actions are within our power to […]