Thinking about solar, a battery, a heat-pump hot water system, induction cooking or an electric vehicle? This session walks through how these technologies work in WA homes, what they typically cost, and when they make sense.
Got a broken item you’d love to save from landfill? Bring it along to the free Canning Repair Lab, where skilled volunteers help fix clothing, textiles, bikes, furniture and household items. It’s a great chance to learn new skills, meet your community and give your belongings a second life instead of throwing them away.
Explore hands‑on sustainability at the Hyde Park Festival with the Waste Education Stall and the pedal‑powered Mending Machine. Chat with friendly waste educators, test your skills on the digital sorting game, collect FOGO caddy liners, and jump on a bike to power a sewing machine as you mend and reuse textiles. These interactive activities make waste reduction fun, practical, and empowering for all ages.
Discover the mindful art of Boro stitching at this adults‑only workshop with Monique Mulligan. Learn a traditional Japanese mending technique and create your own patchwork bookmark to take home. Held at Amherst Village Library on 20 March, with limited places available. Bookings open 6 March.
Join us for Sew and Tell: Twist and Twine, a hands‑on workshop where Selina from Positively Sew will teach you how to turn scrap fabric into durable, handmade twine—woven together with cultural storytelling. Held at Amherst Village Library on 27 February, this adults‑only session has limited places, so be sure to book early.
Join the community at the SJ Bunting Library, where sewing enthusiasts gather to create beautiful reusable bunting from repurposed fabrics. The finished bunting is free to borrow for birthdays, school events, and celebrations—an eco‑friendly alternative to disposable décor. More designs will be added as the collection grows.
Join the community at the SJ Bunting Library, where sewing enthusiasts gather to create beautiful reusable bunting from repurposed fabrics. The finished bunting is free to borrow for birthdays, school events, and celebrations—an eco‑friendly alternative to disposable décor. More designs will be added as the collection grows.
Learn how to measure and reduce your carbon footprint in this interactive workshop covering transport, home energy use, and everyday lifestyle habits. Perfect for beginners and seasoned sustainability enthusiasts alike, you’ll leave with practical steps to make your daily choices more planet‑friendly. Hosted by the City of Subiaco in partnership with Switch Your Thinking.
Clean Up Australia Day is on Sunday, 1st March, 2026! Together, we can make a big, positive impact on our environment – one piece of litter at a time! Registration for Clean Up Australia Day is free for communities and schools (businesses pay a small fee) and includes a free Clean Up kit with everything you need to run a safe and impactful event – including our public liability insurance cover.
Got a broken item you’d love to save from landfill? Bring it along to the free Canning Repair Lab, where skilled volunteers help fix clothing, textiles, bikes, furniture and household items. It’s a great chance to learn new skills, meet your community and give your belongings a second life instead of throwing them away.