Discover simple changes you can make to your lifestyle to save you money and help the planet! Come along to this interactive workshop with waste extraordinaire and educator Peg Davies to discover how you can reduce your environmental impact through simple changes. Do you want to learn how to make changes to your lifestyle but […]
Have you been dreaming of an organised fridge and pantry that are both easy to cook from and use? Whether you live a busy life, are passionate about sustainability, or you’re a cooking enthusiast, this workshop is for you! 🍽️♻️🙌 Join Waste Educator Laura Monisse for an engaging session on reducing food waste in the […]
At this month’s Business in Gosnells ‘BiG’ Event, the team at Switch Your Thinking will teach you how to boost your business’s profitability through strong environmental and social credentials. Don’t miss out on this important opportunity to learn more about sustainability and connect with other local business operators. This event is free and […]
Do you want to live in the eco-home of your dreams but have no idea where to start? Well then this FREE workshop for you! This workshop will explain how to design a energy efficient home and is perfect for anyone who is planning to build or renovate. We understand that building your home is […]
Get to know the eco-friendly world of modern cloth nappies at this free, interactive workshop. Are you curious about making the switch to cloth nappies? This free, engaging workshop provides the perfect introduction to the world of modern, eco-friendly nappies and making them work for your family! Our expert facilitator will cover: How to get […]
Want to learn how you can keep your power bills down and enjoy a comfortable home? This workshop is designed to empower residents with the knowledge they need to interpret power bills and reduce electricity consumption in the home. The workshop will be presented in two sections. The first utilises Synergy as a case study. […]
Join the City of Armadale for an informative workshop that will help you take the next steps in recycling organics at your home. Workshops are designed to support residents' knowledge and confidence in recycling food scraps, garden waste and other organics, by implementing either a worm farm or alternative composting system to suit their lifestyle and individual circumstances. […]
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT Participants will delve into the concept of a circular economy and its profound significance in today’s world. Through engaging discussions and practical examples, we will explore how businesses across the globe are transitioning from a linear “take-make-dispose” model to a circular approach that prioritizes resource efficiency and waste reduction. Drawing inspiration from […]
Tried and tested ways to reduce waste in the kitchen. Learn how to reduce waste in the kitchen with Lindsay Miles. Starting with the way we shop and the things we buy, how to store food once home, and what to do with food scraps, Lindsay will cover the many ways to use less packaging, […]
Want to jump start your transition but don’t know where to start? With rising concerns about climate change many of us wish to transition from fossil fuels to a fully electric lifestyle powered by renewable energy sources. Presented by 'Switch your Thinking', This workshop will guide attendees toward their transition from a fossil fuel dependent […]
Do you want to become a master of recycling? Unsure of what materials go in each bin? There is always more we can learn and in the area of waste there is a lot that will surprise you! Come along and learn how to sort your waste correctly with waste extraordinaire Peg Davies in this […]
Join Award winning Author, Founder of Granny skills and Warndu and Grow it local team member, Rebecca Sullivan for an intro to botanical dyeing. Using all sorts of goodies from the garden learn how to upcycle and make amazing creations from her newest books 'A Conscious Home' and 'A Conscious Garden'. This online workshop […]
Learn how to make a thriving veggie garden and produce delicious food at home! Do you want to start a veggie garden but have no idea where to start? Well, this is the workshop for you! There are some basic guidelines that gardeners must follow to grow vegetables. Issues such as soil, light, water […]
Get ready to dive into the world of waste and sustainability! Join the City of Belmont for an interactive workshop and talk with Award-winning waste educator, Peg Davies, where we'll be breaking down the new three bin FOGO system, including; Understanding the FOGO system: Learn about the WA Government's Waste Avoidance and Recovery Strategy, and […]
Join the City of Armadale for an informative workshop that will help you take the next steps in recycling organics at your home. Workshops are designed to support residents' knowledge and confidence in recycling food scraps, garden waste and other organics, by implementing either a worm farm or alternative composting system to suit their lifestyle and individual circumstances. […]
Keep your street cool and support the local environment by transforming your front verge into a thriving garden! Did you know that Perth has the lowest amount of tree canopy than any other Australian capital? Planting a verge with low growing plants, either native or even vegetables, can help address the Urban Heat Island effect […]
Learn about the benefits of eating seasonal and local food, minimising packaging & making environmentally wise supermarket choices. Do you want to learn how you can improve your health and the environment through your food shopping choices? In this 1.5-hour workshop you will learn how to confidently identify and eat seasonal, local, and less […]
They’ve been making a bit of noise lately so it’s time to listen to our most fascinating feathered friends. These socially sophisticated creatures are an integral part of the Australian ecosystem and endemic to the South-west of WA. So spread your wings and join us for an information session all about our charismatic southwest black-cockatoos, […]
Growing fresh vegetables and herbs from food scraps might sound unusual but it's actually very possible. Learn how to regrow vegetables, sprout new herbs with simple and basic tips. You will have your own edible garden ready for harvest in no time. You'll also get to take something home and begin the growing process. Key […]
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT Step into a world where artistry intertwines with eco-consciousness in 'Weaving Wonders: Nature's Tapestry'. Discover weaving with natural branches and recycled objects, where imagination knows no bounds! Follow along as Kelly from "This Wild Life" and budding creatives alike breathe new life into discarded treasures, transforming wire, lampshades, and bicycle wheels into […]
Join us and Kam Andrews, The Nappy GURU, to learn about how to switch to cloth nappies for a better sustainable baby journey. Cloth Nappy Workshop - A New Sustainable Baby Journey - FREE EVENT - Bassendean Join us with Kam Andrews - The Nappu GURU, for an exciting in-person event at Bassendean Memorial Library! […]
Calling all Early Years educators! Come along to this free workshop to discover how you can imbed waste education into your teaching. Join Little Green Steps WA in partnership with the Waste Authority WA, to learn about what waste is, tips on how to best manage waste in your services and information on how the […]
This free tour is for residents in the Cities of Bayswater, Swan, the Town of Bassendean and the Shire of Mundaring. This tour provides an informative behind-the-scenes look at EMRC's waste diversion programs, the tip face and Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) recovery. After the site tour, participants are invited to visit Red Hill's Environmental […]
Decluttering has received lots of media attention in recent years as a decluttered space is quick to clean and saves money too! An uncluttered home is a great goal, however, for most of us, it’s a constant battle. Join sustainability educator Laura Monisse for an engaging session on the art of decluttering and learn practical […]
Saving Power and Water In Your Home. Do you want to have a more sustainable house, without having to move or build a new one? In this interactive workshop Shani and Tim from Ecoburbia will teach you about the principles of basic solar passive design and how you can use those principles to save […]
Are we in a sustainability revolution? What you need to know about sustainability reporting in Australia. Whether in a business or an individual, the new mandatory sustainability reporting will affect your business relationships and how you conduct them. Significant changes to sustainability reporting are underway in Australia and internationally. What do these changes mean for […]
FREE EVENT - Perfect School Holiday Activity Use old newspapers to make seedling pots. In this drop in session, adults and children can learn how to make a newspaper pot and plant it up with a seed or seedling. Newspaper pots are fully compostable so once your seedling has grown it can be transplanted into […]
