Events

Want more effortless outfits but fed up with environmentally destructive and poor quality fast fashion? The Sustainable Styling Masterclass is for you if you want to: Get the most out of the clothes you already own Create authentic outfits that speak to your own personal style Learn professional styling techniques to help you love what […]

Please note that this program is suitable for adults and young people over 10, those aged under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.  Photographs and videos may be taken of the event. Please book one ticket for each person attending. Join People on Bicycles to learn how to maintain your bicycle so it is safe […]

Come and hear a story about the friendliest goat in the City of Canning – Lady Marmalade! Come and hear a story about the friendliest goat in the city – Lady Marmalade! You will love joining her in a search for yummy food to eat, meeting some of the characters in her neighbourhood along the […]

This practical, informative workshop is designed to support residents' knowledge and confidence in recycling food scraps, garden waste and other organics to create a nutrient rich product for their garden. Worm farming, Bokashi, and traditional composting basics will be explained, to enable participants to decide which system best aligns to their lifestyle and individual circumstances. […]

A fun, family-friendly event sharing the actions we can take to help protect the world around us! Join us on Sunday, 3 November for City of Melville's second Eco Action Expo! With a wide variety of stallholders, activities, and lots to learn there will be something for everyone. We've all heard that the planet is […]

Please note that this program is suitable for adults and young people over 10, those aged under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.  Photographs and videos may be taken of the event. Please book one ticket for each person attending. Join Sarah McCabe, an expert in energy reduction, to discover how solar panels work and […]

Learn how to collect, store and use seeds from your garden in Urban Agriculture Month. Do you have plants that go to seed in your garden? Would you like to learn how to collect, store and use those seeds? Come to this Ecoburbia workshop and find out the simplest seed to collect, and those that are too […]

Join Switch Your Thinking for a discussion on the various opportunities & challenges local governments have in the sustainability space.   Welcome to the WA Elected Members Network on Sustainability - Switch Your Thinking event! Join us on Saturday November 9th from 2:00pm at Thornlie Park Centre at this (in-person and online) event which offers a great opportunity to network […]

As part of National Recycling Week and in conjunction with the City of Kalamunda’s rollout of FOGO, join us to learn about the sustainable benefits of modern cloth nappies. Modern cloth nappies are; Shaped and fitted Washable A sustainable alternative to single-use nappies This Q&A session includes a limited number of free cloth nappy giveaways. […]

Have your kids outgrown their clothes or received new toys and books? Join us for a fun-filled Children's Toy, Clothes, and Book Swap. This event is a great opportunity for families to refresh their children's wardrobes and toy collections while also promoting sustainability and engaging with other community members.   How It Works: 1. Gather any gently […]

Learn how to use a worm farm to transform household food scraps into useful products for your garden! Kevin Smith from The Worm Shed presents on all aspects of worm farming and the role worms play in recycling and waste management. This is followed by a demonstration of setting up and maintaining a worm farm. […]

Come along for an interactive session and practical demonstration of water infiltration and soil compaction testing, including live viewing of soil microbes from samples in compost and from the garden. By the end of this session, participants will have a deeper understanding of how healthy populations of soil microbes can reduce water use, and information […]

Give, take, and revamp your wardrobe sustainably! EFWA 2024 brings you an exciting clothes swap event in Midland. Clean out your closet, discover pre-loved gems, and breathe new life into your wardrobe – all while minimising fashion waste. It's a fun and eco-friendly way to refresh your style. Tickets are free, bookings required.

Give your clothes a second chance! The EFWA 2024 Repair Café is your one-stop shop for extending the life of your favourite garments. Our skilled volunteers demonstrate and assist with minor repairs, like fixing buttons or mending seams, all for free! It's a fantastic way to save money, reduce textile waste, and keep your wardrobe […]

As part of National Recycling Week and in conjunction with the City of Kalamunda's rollout of FOGO, join us to learn about the sustainable benefits of modern cloth nappies. Modern cloth nappies are; Shaped and fitted Washable A sustainable alternative to single-use nappies This Q&A session includes a limited number of free cloth nappy giveaways. […]

Discover Kintsugi, the age-old way to minimise waste to landfill. The Japanese art of putting broken ceramics back together with gold is built on the idea that in embracing flaws and imperfections, you can create an even stronger, more beautiful piece of art. Every break is unique and instead of repairing an item like new, […]

Get some basic gardening tips to start a summer edible garden. Robyn from Waste Is My Resource will show you some basic gardening skills to enable your success in starting a summer edible garden this year! This will include soil preparation, planting in pots, using wicking beds, growing from seed, what plants to sow, planting sprouts and […]

Please join us for Cambridge's Children's Wardrobe and Toy Refresh up to size 12, including clothing, accessories, shoes, toys, games, books etc. Recycle the things your kids no longer love and enjoy picking out some new items that they do. Save your money for experiences instead of wasting it on fast fashion and help out […]

At this presentation Shane Hunter shares his knowledge on 'Creating Wildfire Friendly Gardens" Australia is in the midst of an extinction crisis due to the massive loss of native wildlife habitat over the last two centuries. Everyone can play a role in stopping this trend, starting right at home. Our home gardens can be transformed into […]

Do you want a thriving garden that waters itself? Wicking beds are a type of garden bed that requires far less water than traditional garden beds. These garden beds are called wicking beds due to the process of the water wicking up from the base of the garden bed. No need to water from the top […]

Unlock the secrets to buying and selling quality second-hand treasures and embrace sustainable and budget friendly shopping practices!   Join waste and sustainability educator, Laura Monisse, for an engaging workshop on buying and selling second-hand and practical strategies you can implement for success. Together, we'll explore: 🔍 Second-hand marketplaces: We'll talk the ins and outs […]

Please note that this program is suitable for adults and young people over 10, those aged under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.  Photographs and videos may be taken of the event. Please book one ticket for each person attending. Learn how to design an energy efficient home to keep your power bills down and reduce […]

We are approaching summer and the season of Birak, which brings hot and dry weather. To help prepare your garden for the dry weather, we're hosting a workshop to help you create healthier soils. Come along for an interactive session and practical demonstration of water infiltration and soil compaction testing, including live viewing of soil microbes from […]

Please join us for Cambridge's Adults' Wardrobe Refresh (Summer Edition), including men's and women's clothing, accessories, shoes etc. Recycle the men's and women's clothing, accessories, shoes etc that you no longer love and enjoy picking out some new items that you do. Save your money for experiences instead of wasting it on fast fashion and help out the planet! Everything […]

Learn how to design an energy efficient home to keep your power bills down and reduce your impact on the environment! Do you want to live in the eco-home of your dreams but have no idea where to start? Well then this workshop is for you! This workshop will explain how to design a energy […]

Shane Hunter from Armadale Gosnells Landcare Group shares his passion on 'Building And Caring For Healthy Soil'. Soils are the foundation of our terrestrial environments. Having healthy soil is critical for a healthy garden, whether its growing food, flowers or beautiful trees. Underpinning healthy soil is the soil food-web, a microcosm of soil organisms and […]

Clean out your house and donate to the local charities all in one place. Please ensure all items are clean and undamaged. The charities will accept the following items at the drop-off day: All types of clothing Accessories and jewellery Manchester: Towels, tableware and tea towels Bedding, linen and blankets Shoes, boots and slippers Homewares Games, […]

The Lake Monger Community Shed is home to Repair Lab at Lake Monger, a Town of Cambridge initiative to help you fix your belongings and reduce landfill. Skilled volunteers will help you with repairs to clothing/textiles, bikes, furniture, jewellery, battery-operated electronics, general household items, and more. If you're unsure whether your item can be fixed, […]