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Events in September 2020
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Honey Bee Hackathon
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Honey Bee Hackathon
DPIRD3 Baron-Hay CtKensington,The Challenge - how to make international buyers recognise the value of WA honey bee products and create new business opportunities
WA has the purest honey bee products in the world, and we need to protect our healthy bees. In a day and a half you will learn about WA's honey bee industry, share your product ideas and develop them, with guidance, into products for the export market. On Friday evening, the Hackathon begins with hearing from the commercial beekeepers, honey bee product packers and successful product development stories. After drinks and a light dinner, Hackathon-ers take the floor with your ideas and forming teams for their development. Saturday is the working day - business model development, product and market validation, coaching by experts, pitch preparation and then pitching to a panel, feedback and wrap-up. The concept voted to most likely meet challenge will be awarded $500.
Tickets $22
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Kanyana's National Bilby Day Activities
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Kanyana's National Bilby Day Activities
Kanyana Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre120 Gilchrist RdLesmurdie,Come and Celebrate National Bilby Day at Kanyana Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre on Sunday, September 13th 2020, running from 6pm to 8pm.
Visit the resident Bilbies in our Bilby Breeding Facility, Investigate Bilbies and their unique adaptations and enjoy a range of Bilby ‘Fun Facts’ Activities.
Bookings for this celebrate are essential! Adults – $10, Child $5. Family tickets (2A, 2C) are $25.
Please wear appropriate warm clothing and enclosed shoes.
Come and enjoy the fun! We look forward to seeing you at Kanyana.
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Sustainable Energy Now's Job Report
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Sustainable Energy Now's Job Report
Riff45 St George's TcePerth,Come listen to Industry as they talk about new Jobs for WA.
SEN have completed their Sustainable Jobs Report. Join us for a drink and your chance to win a West Coast Eagles signed guernsey on the night. Tickets are limited. Go to bit.ly/sjr2020 - -
Piney Lakes Open Day
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Piney Lakes Open Day
PIney Lakes Environmental Education Centre555 Leach HwyWinthrop,The Piney Lakes Community Garden are having an Open Day.
Sunday 20 September 2020 11am to 2pm
555 Leach Hwy, Winthrop (Next to the Environmental Education Centre)FREE Microbes and Soil workshop - 11.30am
Kids activities - ongoing Garden Tours - 11am &1pm Everyone is welcome!
To book for the Microbes Soil workshop visit visit: https://microbes-and-your-garden.eventbrite.com.au
For inquiries email pineylakescg@gmail.com or visit Piney Lakes Community Garden Facebook page
The Piney Lakes Community Garden Open Day is proudly supported by the City of Melville.
Event Information
Hosted by
Piney Lakes Community GardenTime 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Cost FreeContact Details
Mel Baker
pineylakescg@gmail.com
0419331874 - -
Sustainable Event Management - ONE DAY Course
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Sustainable Event Management - ONE DAY Course
Evolve EventsSuite 9, 150 Hay StSubiaco,As an Event Manager, you control the environmental “footprint” of your event.
This is important because your (positive or negative) impact is multiplied by the numbers attending.
Events can do significant social and environmental damage or they can have a powerful positive impact.Join us to explore all the easy and low cost ways your event can become more sustainable and discover the surprising benefits of doing so.
We cover:
• Measuring event sustainability
• Eco-innovation
• Choosing a sustainable venue
• Tools to reduce your impact:
Travel
Waste
Power
Printing
Catering
• Finding the best suppliers and resources
• Communicating and showcasing your choicesThis course includes:
Engaging, up-to-date materials.
Take-home reference package and free online resources.
All day catering and beverages - with dietary needs catered for.
Post-course contacts for help and advice.
Certificate of attendance.PRICES
Standard | $285
Non-Profit/ Individuals | $185
Concession | $125 - -
DPAW's Tiny Seed to Mighty Tree
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DPAW's Tiny Seed to Mighty Tree
Beelu National Park300 Allen RdMundaring,How long does it take a tree to grow? Discover the magic of growth that enables a tiny seed to become a mighty tree and the many threats that seedlings face. on a journey through the bush, learn names of some common species found in the jarrah forest and see if you can grow into a big tree in the tree challenge.
This activity is suitable for children 4-7 years of age. Tickets must be purchased for participating children only. The ages for each activity are in place for your children to get the most out of their activity. In most cases, these age limits are restricted due to recommendations by outside providers or for safety reasons. We appreciate your understanding in booking only children who are age appropriate into activities.
From $14
Duration: 90 Minutes (approx.)Spineless Wonders–
Spineless Wonders
Ruth Faulkner Public Library215 Wright StCloverdale,Learn and explore the world of insects and mini-beasts in this amazing hands-on experience!
For children 6 years and older.
Mini-beasts (macroinvertebrates) play a vital role in our environment as cleaners, pollinators, recyclers, sources of food, prey and predators. Join us at 215 Wright Street (the former Ruth Faulkner Library) for a hands-on mini-beast experience with cockroaches, beetles and more!
To enable a safe, enjoyable experience at our library events children aged 11 and under must be supervised at all times by a parent, guardian or carer.
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Australian Assoc of Environmental Educators virtual conference
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Australian Assoc of Environmental Educators virtual conference
Online EventInspired by moving local examples, resilience theory, and Mandurah’s relaxed waterside lifestyle, the Australian Association of Environmental Education's WA Chapter brings you Mandjoogoordap: Changing Tides. This one day virtual conference aims to introduce some of the innovative, practical and effective tools to help us “change the tides” of environmental and sustainability education.
Delegates will be immersed in the latest thinking with sustainability professionals and educators from all sectors, including education, government, NGOs and community groups. In lieu of bringing you a full three day conference this year, the Conference Committee is excited to be able to bring you a teaser to the full conference (now planned for September 28 – October 1 in 2021) on Wednesday 30 September, 2020. Learn about the adaptive cycle from Marianne Krasny and hear insights from two citizen science programs helping with bandicoot conservation, amongst other topics. The important youth voice is also heard from through Millennium Kids and their One Thousand Actions for the Planet. Registrations and the full program are now available.
DPAW's Dolphin Discovery–
DPAW's Dolphin Discovery
Burswood ParkCamfield DveBurswood,Did you know you can identify a dolphin by its dorsal fin? Get to know the dolphins that call our Swan River home by playing the “who am I game” and go on a walk along the shore to see if you can spot them. Join us to discover how these friendly mammals survive and what you can do to keep them safe and healthy.
This activity is suitable for children 4-7 years of age. Tickets must be purchased for participating children only. The ages for each activity are in place for your children to get the most out of their activity. In most cases, these age limits are restricted due to recommendations by outside providers or for safety reasons. We appreciate your understanding in booking only children who are age appropriate into activities.
From $14
Duration: 90 Minutes (approx.)Sustainable Shopping Bags–
Sustainable Shopping Bags
Bayswater Library25 King William StBayswater,Decorate your own reusable shopping bag.
About this Event
Make these reusable, fabric shopping bags your own by designing and applying some fabulous artwork.Please book a ticket for the attending adult and child/children.
Also a 10.30am session available.Get Wild About Wetlands - Secret Life of Spiders–
Get Wild About Wetlands - Secret Life of Spiders
The Wetlands Centre184 Hope RdBibra Lake,Come learn about spectacular spiders and wacky webs! See some of the amazing spiders living at Bibra Lake.
Suited to children between 5-12 years.
$5 per child. Supervising adults and children under 5 are free.
Please wear closed in shoes, long pants, hat, and don't forget your water bottle!
Bookings essential
Register now: https://bit.ly/31Xrr4FGet Wild About Wetlands - Frog Night Stalk–
Get Wild About Wetlands - Frog Night Stalk
The Wetlands Centre184 Hope RdBibra Lake,Have you ever been on a frog night stalk? Whether you are an avid frog stalker or you have never been this event is for you and your family. Discover the frog species who call Bibra Lake home and learn to determine which frogs are calling when and find out where different frogs like to live. They don't all like the water!
Bring your torch and wear closed in shoes and long trousers.
Suitable for children aged 5 - 12 years.
$5 per child. Supervising adults and children under 5 are free.
Bookings essential: https://bit.ly/3bjEEYO