What's in April 2008

1 Apr 2008
by Greenpeace Australia Pacific
Following successful exhibitions in Sydney and Canberra, the Greenpeace Australia Pacific 30th anniversary photographic exhibition, '30 Years of Inspiring Action' will be on display.
1 Apr 2008
by Edmund Rice Centre
Continuing our theme of Corporations and Climate Change we look at how we are sold to. relaxed conversation and facilitated small group. Afternoon tea provided.
1 Apr 2008
by The Watershed
Learn to make the most of your food scraps with this fun 2 hour workshop where you'll get all the info you need to set up and maintain your own worm farm.
2 Apr 2008
by Greenpeace Australia Pacific
Following successful exhibitions in Sydney and Canberra, the Greenpeace Australia Pacific 30th anniversary photographic exhibition, '30 Years of Inspiring Action' will be on display.
2 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
3 Apr 2008
by Greenpeace Australia Pacific
Following successful exhibitions in Sydney and Canberra, the Greenpeace Australia Pacific 30th anniversary photographic exhibition, '30 Years of Inspiring Action' will be on display.
3 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
3 Apr 2008
by Alternative Technology Association
ATA's Melbourne seminar will take a look at water use and capture in the home
4 Apr 2008
by Greenpeace Australia Pacific
Following successful exhibitions in Sydney and Canberra, the Greenpeace Australia Pacific 30th anniversary photographic exhibition, '30 Years of Inspiring Action' will be on display.
4 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
5 Apr 2008
by Greenpeace Australia Pacific
Following successful exhibitions in Sydney and Canberra, the Greenpeace Australia Pacific 30th anniversary photographic exhibition, '30 Years of Inspiring Action' will be on display.
5 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
5 Apr 2008
by The Watershed
Learn to make the most of your food scraps with this fun 2 hour workshop where you'll get all the info you need to set up and maintain your own worm farm.
5 Apr 2008
by The Watershed
The aim is to introduce the concept of global versus local food systems and explore...
5 Apr 2008
by Nick Ray
Opening of 'eekos' - Ethical and Earth-kind Op Shop in Brunswick. Join us for a special ‘Open Day’ on Saturday April 5th from 10am-2pm Free Activities including: • coffee tastings • Koorie
5 Apr 2008
by Martin Pritchard
The 2008 MSF Mini Forum: Eating, moving, living: Pathways to sustainable urban planning, transport and...
5 Apr 2008
by Climate Music Festival
Promoting awareness about the impact of climate change, Climate will be reaching out to supporters...
5 Apr 2008
by The Watershed
Find out how to make the most environmentally and financially sounds decisions when renovating in this fun and informative 3 hour workshop.
5 Apr 2008
by Sue Bolton
Screening of 'The Power of Community: How Cuba survived Peak Oil" followed by Public meeting with Roberto Perez who is featured in the film. Followed by music. Drinks and delicious Latin American ...
6 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
6 Apr 2008
by Tide Event Management
Celebration, performance and living a healthy, sustainable and enjoyable lifestyle will be the theme of Randwick City Council's third Sustainability Fair at the Randwick Community Centre. A wealth...
6 Apr 2008
by Climate Music Festival
Promoting awareness about the impact of climate change, Climate will be reaching out to supporters...
6 Apr 2008
by Holmgren Design Services
Permaculture Garden Tour Explore the gardens, orchards, water systems and animal systems with David Holmgren, co-originator of the permaculture concept. Tours run from 2 to 4.30pm, with a cuppa includ...
7 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
8 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
8 Apr 2008
by Plug-in TV
If you are interested in making media that makes a difference, then please join Plug-in TV for our next production meeting.
8 Apr 2008
by Environmental Jobs Network
Ever wondered how to get a foot in the door of the environmental industry? What...
8 Apr 2008
by Environmental Jobs Network
Ever wondered how to get a foot in the door of the environmental industry? What...
8 Apr 2008
by The Watershed
Learn how to replace your commercial personal care products with natural alternatives in this fun and interactive 2 hour workshop.
9 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
9 Apr 2008
by Maya Dougherty
Roberto Perez, Cuban permaculturist, featured in The Power of Community film, will spend 2 month touring Australia sharing the Cuban experience through public presentations, national and regional conf...
10 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
10 Apr 2008
by Maya Dougherty
Roberto Perez, Cuban permaculturist, featured in The Power of Community film, will spend 2 month touring Australia sharing the Cuban experience through public presentations, national and regional conf...
10 Apr 2008
by Nick Ray
The Ethical Consumer Group meets monthly to discuss aspects of living out sustainable alternatives in a consumerist culture.
11 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
11 Apr 2008
by Oxfam Australia
Over 600 teams of 4 will take part in Trailwalker Melbourne on the weekend of...
12 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
12 Apr 2008
by Oxfam Australia
Over 600 teams of 4 will take part in Trailwalker Melbourne on the weekend of...
12 Apr 2008
by The Watershed
An informative 2 hour workshop on how to make environmentally sound decisions when purchasing baby care products and services. A must for new parents!
12 Apr 2008
by Williamstown Festival
The Sustainable Solutions Showcase aims to demonstrate techniques, technologies and simple ways of reducing each and everyone's ecological footprint for a more sustainable future.
12 Apr 2008
by Climate Music Festival
Promoting awareness about the impact of climate change, Climate will be reaching out to supporters...
13 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
13 Apr 2008
by Oxfam Australia
Over 600 teams of 4 will take part in Trailwalker Melbourne on the weekend of...
13 Apr 2008
by Williamstown Festival
The Sustainable Solutions Showcase aims to demonstrate techniques, technologies and simple ways of reducing each and everyone's ecological footprint for a more sustainable future.
13 Apr 2008
by A Great LIttle Event Company
Cyclovia - Tour de Moreland gears up for pedal power
13 Apr 2008
by Whitehorse City Council
The City of Whitehorse’s Sustainable Living Week will be held from 13-20 April 2008. The...
13 Apr 2008
by Koonwarra Sustainable Communities Centre
Accelerate the emergence of a new global paradigm.
14 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
14 Apr 2008
by Whitehorse City Council
The City of Whitehorse’s Sustainable Living Week will be held from 13-20 April 2008. The...
15 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
15 Apr 2008
by Whitehorse City Council
The City of Whitehorse’s Sustainable Living Week will be held from 13-20 April 2008. The...
15 Apr 2008
by The Watershed
Find out how to minimise your impact on the environment by using natural cleaning alternatives in this fun 2 hour workshop where you can make your own and test them out at home!
15 Apr 2008
by Australian Centre for Democracy and Justice
Speaker: Gilbert Rochecouste (Village Well - http://www.villagewell.org/) With people feeling increasingly disconnected from their communities and...
15 Apr 2008
by MOLM - Meeting of Like :Minds
Tuesday 15 April 7.30-9.30pm Open meeting for inner western suburbs' residents interested in creating a more sustainable environment locally. Share your passions in discussion, present your ideas and ...
16 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
2 weeks of theory and practice in all aspects of Permaculture Design, taught by the internationally renowned Darren Doherty and Nick Ritar. Held at a working permaculture farm in the central west.
16 Apr 2008
by Whitehorse City Council
The City of Whitehorse’s Sustainable Living Week will be held from 13-20 April 2008. The...
16 Apr 2008
by Centre for Design at RMIT
RMIT University’s ‘Green Building’ 2-day conference is back in 2008. After another successful year in 2007, the annual and highly regarded review returns, featuring the latest, greatest and cutt
17 Apr 2008
by Whitehorse City Council
The City of Whitehorse’s Sustainable Living Week will be held from 13-20 April 2008. The...
17 Apr 2008
by Centre for Design at RMIT
RMIT University’s ‘Green Building’ 2-day conference is back in 2008. After another successful year in 2007, the annual and highly regarded review returns, featuring the latest, greatest and cutt
18 Apr 2008
by Whitehorse City Council
The City of Whitehorse’s Sustainable Living Week will be held from 13-20 April 2008. The...
18 Apr 2008
by Maribyrnong City Council
Maribyrnong Council and Footscray Market invite you to a free water and energy conservation forum.
18 Apr 2008
by YOUR WATER YOUR SAY
Learn about sustainable recreation at Bass Coast - SURFING as human-powered recreation, before and after...
19 Apr 2008
by Whitehorse City Council
The City of Whitehorse’s Sustainable Living Week will be held from 13-20 April 2008. The...
19 Apr 2008
by InterNational Downshifting Week
InterNational Downshifting Week is an awareness campaign designed to encourage participants 'slow down and green...
19 Apr 2008
by City of Boroondara
Are you trying to live in a more sustainable way? Do you need some expert...
19 Apr 2008
by Environment Defenders Office
This workshop, conducted by the Environment Defenders Office, will discuss ways to use the law...
19 Apr 2008
by Living Schools
This course will provide the opportunity to get your hands dirty learning about site assessment,...
19 Apr 2008
by The Watershed
Find out how to minimise your impact on the environment by using natural cleaning alternatives in this fun 2 hour workshop where you can make your own and test them out at home!
19 Apr 2008
by Murrindindi Climate Network Inc.
Information stalls and interesting presenters all day! Come and have a look at the different enterprises and stakeholders from the Murrindindi Shire and the greater region offering sustainable soluti...
19 Apr 2008
by Princes Hill Community Centre
This program is being run as part of our Sustainable Living and Backyard Farmer Workshops
19 Apr 2008
by Hobsons Bay City Council
Gather water reuse and harvesting tips from the experts about the use of rainwater and...
19 Apr 2008
by Bike Fun Melbourne
Meet outside Cafe 9 Zero at 90 pakington St, Geelong West at 6.00pm to take...
20 Apr 2008
by Whitehorse City Council
The City of Whitehorse’s Sustainable Living Week will be held from 13-20 April 2008. The...
20 Apr 2008
by InterNational Downshifting Week
InterNational Downshifting Week is an awareness campaign designed to encourage participants 'slow down and green...
20 Apr 2008
by Living Schools
This course will provide the opportunity to get your hands dirty learning about site assessment,...
20 Apr 2008
by Riddells Creek Primary School
Tour nine local homes built or retrofitted with sustainability in mind. View a variety of designs and building products and talk to the owners. Visit our free expo and find out about products and ser...
20 Apr 2008
by Friends of Merri Creek
Funded by the Australian Government's Community Water Grants.
21 Apr 2008
by InterNational Downshifting Week
InterNational Downshifting Week is an awareness campaign designed to encourage participants 'slow down and green...
21 Apr 2008
by City of Melbourne Docklands
Learn from one of the founders of the world’s largest living experiment – the 30...
21 Apr 2008
by Sustainability Victoria
Join Peter Harper, Director of Research and Innovation at CAT and pioneer of the alternative...
21 Apr 2008
by Future Leaders
RENEWABLE ENERGY – SOLAR,WIND, GEO-THERMAL, BIO MASS & TIDAL Future Leaders and the City of...
21 Apr 2008
by Earthsharing Australia
Look beyond susbsidies for property developers by understanding the symptioms to the land speculatiom
21 Apr 2008
by Permaculture North
Come to this special meeting where we will see a presentation of the events and...
22 Apr 2008
by InterNational Downshifting Week
InterNational Downshifting Week is an awareness campaign designed to encourage participants 'slow down and green...
22 Apr 2008
by Australian Centre for Democracy and Justice
Concerned about the growing corruption of our political systems? Always wanted to get involved with...
22 Apr 2008
by The Watershed
Help celebrate Earth Day 2008 with this practical and fun workshop that will give you the confidence to make environmentally responsible choices when shopping.
22 Apr 2008
by Phoenix Philms
Melbourne opening night for the film A Delicate Balance - The Truth
23 Apr 2008
by InterNational Downshifting Week
InterNational Downshifting Week is an awareness campaign designed to encourage participants 'slow down and green...
23 Apr 2008
by Sustainability Victoria
Join us for an exclusive breakfast seminar where the country's top business and environmental thinkers...
23 Apr 2008
by Sustainable Homes
Local residents who are creating sustainable homes will share their experiences and outcomes using photos...
24 Apr 2008
by InterNational Downshifting Week
InterNational Downshifting Week is an awareness campaign designed to encourage participants 'slow down and green...
24 Apr 2008
by Nick Ray
Workshop on ethical and sustainable choices in everyday purchasing, with focus on supermarket products. Includes tour through local supermarket and light meal following with 'best' buys.
25 Apr 2008
by InterNational Downshifting Week
InterNational Downshifting Week is an awareness campaign designed to encourage participants 'slow down and green...
25 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
Water and soil fertility are the major issues on every Australian farm. This 3-day intensive course, taught by acclaimed earthworks experts Geoff Lawton + Darren Doherty, will cover a wide range of su...
26 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
Water and soil fertility are the major issues on every Australian farm. This 3-day intensive course, taught by acclaimed earthworks experts Geoff Lawton + Darren Doherty, will cover a wide range of su...
27 Apr 2008
by Milkwood Permaculture
Water and soil fertility are the major issues on every Australian farm. This 3-day intensive course, taught by acclaimed earthworks experts Geoff Lawton + Darren Doherty, will cover a wide range of su...
28 Apr 2008
by Climate Action Network Australia
The 2008 Climate Action Network Australia (CANA) Conference will bring together opinion leaders on climate...
28 Apr 2008
by Future Leaders
NON–RENEWABLE ENERGY – COAL, GAS, GEOSEQUESTRATION & NUCLEAR  Future Leaders and the City of Melbourne...
29 Apr 2008
by Climate Action Network Australia
The 2008 Climate Action Network Australia (CANA) Conference will bring together opinion leaders on climate...
29 Apr 2008
by Australian Carbon Trading and Expo Conference
Please note: This is a b2b event and not open to the public. BUSINESS AS USUAL...
29 Apr 2008
by North Melbourne Sustainability Street
Facilitator: Nick Ray, Ethical Consumer Group This workshop is an introduction to sustainable and ethical...