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Albatross Movie Screening
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Albatross Movie Screening
Uniting Church in the City97 William StPerth,Australian Religious Response to Climate Change (ARRCC) are proud to present a free screening of the film 'Albatross' as a fundraiser for WA Seabird and Rescue.
Shot on a remote island in the Pacific Ocean, this touching film shows the life of one of the world’s most remarkable birds and the impacts of ocean plastic.
The evening will be introduced by WA Seabird Rescue (WASR) and Dr Brad Pettitt MLC, start with live music by Danny Gunzburg at 5.30pm followed by the film at 6.30pm. Donations will be given to WASR for tea or coffee served at the event. There will also be a stall selling plastic free sustainable products.
Open 5:30pm, film starts 6:30pm.
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Doubleview Repair Cafe
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Doubleview Repair CafeDoubleview HouseCnr of Hancock St and Scarborough Beach RdDoubleview,Don't throw them in the bin - bring your broken household items along to the community-run Doubleview Repair Cafe where skilled volunteers will do their best to fix them up and give them a new lease of life. Limit of 2 items per person.
Interested in becoming a volunteer repairer? Please get in touch.
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'Search for the Queen of Sheba Orchid' Film Screening and Discussion
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'Search for the Queen of Sheba Orchid' Film Screening and Discussion
Boya Community Centre119-135 Scott StHelena Valley,Join Dr Daniela Scaccabarozzi for a free screening of Search for the Queen of Sheba Orchid, a documentary filmed in Western Australia's south-west, which also includes footage taken in John Forrest National Park. It follows world-renowned orchid taxonomist, Stig Dalström, and award-winning filmmaker and composer, Darryl Saffer, who travel to the region in search of rare plants and animals. They are particularly interested in finding the beautiful and illusive Queen of Sheba orchid.
Following the screening, Daniela, a pollination biologist, will discuss the amazing strategies that orchids in South Western Australia employ in attracting insects to pollinate them.
There will be a short break for light refreshments.
Bookings are essential for this free event. Places are limited.
Transition Town Vincent Movie Night - Rise of the Eco Warriors–
Transition Town Vincent Movie Night - Rise of the Eco Warriors
Floreat Athena Soccer Club41 Britannia RdMount Hawthorn,Rise of the Eco Warriors
A group of passionate and naïve young people leave their known worlds behind to spend 100 days in the jungles of Borneo. Their mission is to confront one of the great global challenges of our time, saving rainforests and giving hope to endangered orangutans. Their task is enormous and the odds are against them.Jojo, an orphaned baby orangutan, is entrusted in their care and they must find a way to return her to her forest home. To do this, they need to build an orangutan rehabilitation centre and find ways to help the local communities protect their forest. Under the guidance of their mentor Dr Willie Smits, they introduce an innovative satellite monitoring system called Earthwatchers and enlist the help of school students around the world. The system is put to the test when the bulldozers move in and threaten the future of a nearby community living in a traditional longhouse.
This is a story about what it takes to be an eco-warrior, an individual willing to step up and take action to avert a global catastrophe taking place before our eyes. The eco-warriors represent a new generation, ready to face what is happening on our planet and willing to do something, no matter how small, to build a more humane and balanced world. For them, every individual matters, every action counts.
The film starts at 6.30pm sharp.
Alcohol is available for purchase at the bar. There will be free popcorn for all attendees and you can BYO snacks.Children are welcome to attend if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
No need to print your ticket.
Transition Town Vincent film nights are run by volunteers. A suggested donation of $5 is appreciated to help cover the costs of screening rights. - -
Modern Cloth Nappy Workshop
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Modern Cloth Nappy WorkshopEast Fremantle Lawn Tennis ClubJerrat Dr, East Fremantle WA 6158Perth,Gone are the days of pins, soaking or bleaching! Modern cloth nappies are shaped, fitted, washable and reusable.
Discover modern cloth nappies and tips on how to make using them easy! Join Kam Andrews, “The Nappy Guru” for a cloth nappy workshop to learn about using and maintaining cloth nappies. Kam will demonstrate different cloth nappies available and explain the benefits of each.
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Repair Lab Cambridge
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Repair Lab Cambridge
Town of Cambridge Administration Centre1 Bold Park DveFloreat,Repair Lab is a community initiative to help people fix their belongings and save things going to landfill.
Skilled volunteers will help you with repairs of clothing, textiles, bikes, furniture, jewellery, electronics which run on batteries (below mains power), general household items. We'll have computer triage and advice on creating an eco-friendly home. If you're unsure, bring it down and we'll see what we can do!
Repair Lab is a free, family friendly community event for people to bring along their broken items to be fixed, with the help of our skilled volunteers.Wildlife Photography Essentials–
Wildlife Photography Essentials
Team Digital5 Coolgardie TcePerth,If you have a passion for the great outdoors and would like to know how to photograph animals in their natural habitat (or even in the zoo), then this event is for you!
"Wildlife Photography Essentials" will take you on a journey through the mindset of a wildlife photographer. This is a great introduction to the world of wildlife photography: you'll learn the best lenses and equipment you need, how best to use them, the "pro secrets" of taking great images of wild animals and tips for working in a natural environment and becoming familiar with the behaviour of the birds and animals you intend to photograph.
We'll start with an information-packed seminar where wildlife photographer, Craig Franke, will show you how to think and shoot like a wildlife photographer. You'll learn techniques, settings, trouble shooting and strategies for photographing wildlife, including birds.
This is followed by a field trip to a nearby nature reserve where you will have the opportunity to practice what you have learned. Craig will be available to answer your questions or assist you if you ask for help or guidance during the field trip.
Find your wild side (and the wildlife photographer in you) in this workshop! Places in this mini workshop are limited to 12, so book early to avoid missing out.
Level: Beginner-Intermediate
Cost: $130
Maximum participants: 16
Course pre-requisites: You need to be familiar with key concepts in photography, including Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO and Depth of field. You will also need a telephoto zoom lens - we recommend at least at least a 70-300mm lens, but recommend longer lenses eg. 100-400mm or 150-600mm). - -
Worm farming (Ellenbrook)
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Worm farming (Ellenbrook)
Verdant Vista Community Garden4 Transit WayEllenbrook,We have partnered up with Verdant Vista Community Garden to offer the Worm farming workshop.
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.
Residents and ratepayers of the City of Swan are entitled to a $115 subsidy on an advanced worm farm set-up or a $50 subsidy on 1kg of worms, both of which will be available for purchase on the day.
Repair Lab Claremont–
Repair Lab Claremont
Lake ClaremontSkilled volunteers will help you repair clothing, bikes, toys, jewellery, general household items, small furniture etc. If unsure, bring it and we'll see what we can do.
Learn some new skills!The more items we repair the better it is for the environment, we need a less wasteful world and every product given a new share of life is one less going into landfill.
Claremont area Buy Nothing groups are involved with a gifting and sharing table and will be promoting the local Lending Library run by them.
Venue: Lake Claremont near golf course via Lapsley Rd, Claremont.
Nature Journaling Workshop–
Nature Journaling Workshop
Henderson Environmental CentreGroat StNorth Beach,Through observation and wonder, nature journaling allows you to express creativity using words, pictures and numbers. You will develop a nourishing connection with nature which is known to improve physical and mental wellbeing. Nature journaling encourages a growth mindset by forming new neural pathways through learning new skills and rewiring the brain.
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Meet the Author Rebecca Prince-Ruiz
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Meet the Author Rebecca Prince-Ruiz
Wanneroo Library3 Rocca WayWanneroo,Meet the Author of 'Plastic Free: The Inspiring Story of a Global Environmental Movement and Why It Matters' - followed by a Q&A session
Rebecca founded 'Plastic Free July' in 2011 with the goal to make a difference by changing her behaviour around single-use plastics. Plastic Free July challenge has grown to become one of the world's most impactful environmental campaigns.
As an inspirational speaker, for more than 10 years, Rebecca has captivated audiences as a speaker and panelist at conferences and events across the globe. She educates, inspires and challenges her audience to change their relationship with plastic and question our consumer culture.
She has the ability to break down how society needs to rethink our response to the waste crisis and identify the role of citizens, business and government.
Rebecca has a way of inspiring change through small steps, which in-turn can have significant results. Audiences walk away knowing they can take responsibility and actionable steps. They’re empowered to make real change – in the face of plastic pollution.
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Heading towards zero waste with Robyn Brown from Waste is My Resource
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Heading towards zero waste with Robyn Brown from Waste is My Resource
Kelmscott Community Garden55 River RdKelmscott,This workshop will be facilitated by Robyn Brown from Waste is my resource. Robyn is a passionate member of the local community who is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to recycling, reusing and reducing your waste.
There are simple ways to significantly reduce waste that ends up in landfill and consequent damage to the environment.
Throughout the workshop you will look at:
- What is really waste?
- Conduct a waste audit
- Discuss alternative (non kerbside collection) recycling available in Perth
- Tips to reducing waste in the house and gardenTickets $10
Recycle Right Rangers: Introductory Workshop–
Recycle Right Rangers: Introductory WorkshopRegional Resource Recovery Centre350 Bannister RdCanning Vale,Come and join likeminded individuals who are passionate about creating positive, sustainable change in their community!
The Recycle Right Rangers is a volunteer group under the umbrella of the Southern Metropolitan Regional Council’s ‘Recycle Right’ Education Program working to encourage and assist residents and businesses in Western Australia to recycle, reduce their waste and live more sustainably.
Members of the Recycle Right Rangers volunteer at community events, tours, school incursions and educational workshops all over Perth. You’ll get the opportunity to join exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of waste and recycling facilities, provide feedback on the Recycle Right waste education material, attend quarterly workshops, gain a ‘Working with Children Check’ card, and receive valuable experience working with the community and school children on waste education.
The introductory workshop will include a tour of the RRRC, 'get to know you ' activities, waste education training, a presentation on the program, upcoming opportunities and all the perks of being a Ranger. Morning tea is provided.
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Fine Line Botanical Workshop - Native Flora
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Fine Line Botanical Workshop - Native Flora
Piney Lakes Environmental Education Centre555 Leach HwyWinthrop,Inspired by our wonderous native Australian botanicals, this workshop by Open Hands Creative will dive into the techniques you need to create these complicated yet wonderfully simple pieces of art. By the end of this workshop you will have created your own little masterpiece. These workshops are about expressing your inner creativity in a relaxed way; no skills required just you and your hands.
Please arrive 15 minutes early
What’s included:
-All drawing supplies
-Guidance through drawing activities
-Grazing table with local cheese nibbles
-Community feelsAs a business Open Hands Creative believes in giving back to our planet, therefore all their workshops are eco-friendly and waste free. Experience creativity in an open and sustainable environment.
Tickets $6
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Earth Carer's Course
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Earth Carer's Course
Piney Lakes Environmental Education Centre555 Leach HighwayWinthrop,Learn practical ways to reduce waste at home and in your community!
The Earth Carers course consists of five sessions over three weeks and includes: a guided tour of the Regional Resource Recovery Centre, composting and worm farming demonstrations, learning what can be recycled in the community, and tips to encourage others to reduce waste.Session 1 - History of Waste and Waste Systems in WA
Thursday 30 September, 6.30pm-8.30pm, Piney Lakes Environmental Education CentreSession 2 - Tour of the Regional Resource Recovery Centre
Saturday 2 October, 6.30pm-8.30pm, Regional Resource Recovery Centre, Canning ValeSession 3 - Detailed Waste Sorting and Living Lightly
Thursday 7 October, 6.30pm-8.30pm, Piney Lakes Environmental Education CentreSession 4 - Home Organics
Sunday 10 October, 9.00am-12.00pm, Piney Lakes Environmental Education CentreSession 5 - Communicating the message
Thursday 14 October, 6.30pm-8.30pm, Piney Lakes Environmental Education CentreEarth Carer graduates join a community of like-minded people and help to promote waste minimisation in the local community. Be prepared to be shocked, fascinated, frustrated and inspired!