What's in May 2008

1 May 2008
by Australian Carbon Trading and Expo Conference
Please note: This is a b2b event and not open to the public. BUSINESS AS USUAL...
1 May 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 cutting ed
2 May 2008
by Conservation Council of the South East Region & Canberra
 Do you like chilling out, listening to great music and watching some fantastic films? If...
3 May 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.
3 May 2008
by Friends of Merri Creek
Funded by Australian Govt Envirofund Grant. 
3 May 2008
by Leichhardt Fair Trade Fair
Our regular Saturday fair trade stall and cafe are being extended to celebrate Fair Trade...
3 May 2008
by Bush Babies
Bush Babies free information seminars for Canberra families is hosting a seminar titled "Fair Trade,...
3 May 2008
by Mainstream Green
Come along and sample a range of Fairtrade teas, coffees and chocolates and have a...
3 May 2008
by Friends of Merri Creek
Wear sturdy footwear and gloves. Bring a digging tool and a bucket if you can....
3 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
On Saturday 3rd May from 7pm, you can go behind the scenes with our Fundraiser...
4 May 2008
by The Watershed
Make the most of your food scraps with this 2 1/2 hour workshop on how to set up and maintain your own compast system or worm farm.
4 May 2008
by Friends of Merri Creek
Get together and make a difference to your local area.
5 May 2008
by Australian Water Association
Important industry exhibition and conference promoting sustainable practices.
6 May 2008
by Australian Water Association
Important industry exhibition and conference promoting sustainable practices.
6 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
The FIRST EVER Fairtrade Latte Art Challenge to be held for the first time ANYWHERE...
6 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
The Fair Trade Fiesta promises to be a vibrant night market with Fairtrade labelled and...
6 May 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.
6 May 2008
by Sustainable Homes
Learn about how you can use water efficient appliances, like AAA or three star rated...
7 May 2008
by Australian Water Association
Important industry exhibition and conference promoting sustainable practices.
7 May 2008
by Friends of Merri Creek
Get together and improve your local area. Funded by the Australian Government's Community Water Grants....
8 May 2008
by Australian Water Association
Important industry exhibition and conference promoting sustainable practices.
8 May 2008
by Groupwork Institute of Australia
This Conference is offered to help strengthen the reach of facilitation further into the realm of social change. To achieve just and sustainable outcomes, we need to bring people together who think di...
9 May 2008
by Groupwork Institute of Australia
This Conference is offered to help strengthen the reach of facilitation further into the realm of social change. To achieve just and sustainable outcomes, we need to bring people together who think di...
9 May 2008
by Friends of the Earth (Melbourne)
Join Friends of the Earth for a journey to remote northern South Australia where we...
9 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
A display of fair trade products including a wonderful array of handcrafts, is to be...
9 May 2008
by sustainable living expo
The City of Stonnington's Sustainable Living Expo provides local solutions for global issues such as climate change for home and business owners.
9 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
Come join us at Federation Square for a festive day in celebration of Fair Trade...
9 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
FASHION FIGHTS FAIR Fashion Parade Fair Trade is not only about coffee, chocolate and tea!...
10 May 2008
by Groupwork Institute of Australia
This Conference is offered to help strengthen the reach of facilitation further into the realm of social change. To achieve just and sustainable outcomes, we need to bring people together who think di...
10 May 2008
by Friends of the Earth (Melbourne)
Join Friends of the Earth for a journey to remote northern South Australia where we...
10 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
A display of fair trade products including a wonderful array of handcrafts, is to be...
10 May 2008
by sustainable living expo
The City of Stonnington's Sustainable Living Expo provides local solutions for global issues such as climate change for home and business owners.
10 May 2008
by Vegan Festival
Event to raise funds to help cover some costs of the Vegan Festival. All proceeds...
10 May 2008
by The Watershed
Enjoy the benefits of having fresh and sustainable home grown food with this 2 hour workshop where you'll find out how to grow and harvest your own food.
10 May 2008
by Princes Hill Community Centre
A how to get started gardening workshop run as part of our sustainable lifestyle and backyard farmer workshops
10 May 2008
by Bike Fun Melbourne
Melbourne BUG and Nth Melbourne Sustainability Street Bike Ride Destination: Fawkner Memorial Park and the...
10 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
Featuring entertainment, fashion and lifestyle show, bar and catering facilities. 6pm - Short Film Festival...
10 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
Movie screening of Black Gold and Fair Trade Cafe, all proceeds will be donated to...
11 May 2008
by Groupwork Institute of Australia
This Conference is offered to help strengthen the reach of facilitation further into the realm of social change. To achieve just and sustainable outcomes, we need to bring people together who think di...
11 May 2008
by Friends of the Earth (Melbourne)
Join Friends of the Earth for a journey to remote northern South Australia where we...
11 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
A display of fair trade products including a wonderful array of handcrafts, is to be...
11 May 2008
by sustainable living expo
The City of Stonnington's Sustainable Living Expo provides local solutions for global issues such as climate change for home and business owners.
11 May 2008
by LIVE (Locals Into Victoria's Environment)
Brigitte Duclos, co-host of Mix 101.1FM’s breakfast radio program, Two Women & A Metro, will host, and keynote speakers will join us to voice their concerns about the impacts of climate change on futu
12 May 2008
by Friends of the Earth (Melbourne)
Join Friends of the Earth for a journey to remote northern South Australia where we...
12 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
A display of fair trade products including a wonderful array of handcrafts, is to be...
12 May 2008
by Volunteering Australia
The NVW website will provide you with all the information you need to celebrate NVW...
12 May 2008
by Plug-in TV
If you are interested in making media that makes a difference, please join Plug-in TV for our production meeting this Monday 12th May.
12 May 2008
by Yarra City Council
The State Government has asked for public comment on Sir Rod Eddington’s Investing in Transport Report....
13 May 2008
by Friends of the Earth (Melbourne)
Join Friends of the Earth for a journey to remote northern South Australia where we...
13 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
A display of fair trade products including a wonderful array of handcrafts, is to be...
13 May 2008
by Volunteering Australia
The NVW website will provide you with all the information you need to celebrate NVW...
13 May 2008
by Friends of Merri Creek
A 2-day expert workshop on engaging your community in grassland conservation.
13 May 2008
by The Watershed
Learn how to replace your commercial personal care products with natural alternatives in this fun and interactive 2 hour workshop.
14 May 2008
by Friends of the Earth (Melbourne)
Join Friends of the Earth for a journey to remote northern South Australia where we...
14 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
A display of fair trade products including a wonderful array of handcrafts, is to be...
14 May 2008
by Volunteering Australia
The NVW website will provide you with all the information you need to celebrate NVW...
14 May 2008
by Friends of Merri Creek
A 2-day expert workshop on engaging your community in grassland conservation.
14 May 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 cutting ed
14 May 2008
by Environmental Jobs Network
Ever wondered how to get a foot in the door of the environmental industry? What...
14 May 2008
by Friends of the Earth (Brisbane)
The people and ecosystems of Bangladesh face many of the most devastating consequences of climate...
15 May 2008
by Friends of the Earth (Melbourne)
Join Friends of the Earth for a journey to remote northern South Australia where we...
15 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
A display of fair trade products including a wonderful array of handcrafts, is to be...
15 May 2008
by Volunteering Australia
The NVW website will provide you with all the information you need to celebrate NVW...
15 May 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 cutting ed
15 May 2008
by Nick Ray
Ethical Consumer Group meetings and movies. The Ethical Consumer Group meets monthly to discuss aspects...
16 May 2008
by Friends of the Earth (Melbourne)
Join Friends of the Earth for a journey to remote northern South Australia where we...
16 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
A display of fair trade products including a wonderful array of handcrafts, is to be...
16 May 2008
by Volunteering Australia
The NVW website will provide you with all the information you need to celebrate NVW...
16 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
Knowledge is about choices, Passion is the drive that make things happen Join us on...
17 May 2008
by Friends of the Earth (Melbourne)
Join Friends of the Earth for a journey to remote northern South Australia where we...
17 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
A display of fair trade products including a wonderful array of handcrafts, is to be...
17 May 2008
by Volunteering Australia
The NVW website will provide you with all the information you need to celebrate NVW...
17 May 2008
by Sustainable Caboolture Living Expo
The Sustainable Living Expo is a ‘gold coin donation’ annual event held at the Caboolture...
17 May 2008
by RMIT Community Advocacy Unit
A one day workshop that will teach you how to plan effective communication campaigns for...
17 May 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!
18 May 2008
by Friends of the Earth (Melbourne)
Join Friends of the Earth for a journey to remote northern South Australia where we...
18 May 2008
by Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ)
A display of fair trade products including a wonderful array of handcrafts, is to be...
18 May 2008
by Volunteering Australia
The NVW website will provide you with all the information you need to celebrate NVW...
18 May 2008
by Friends of Merri Creek
Restore a treeline tussock grassland by a waterfall.
18 May 2008
by Friends of the Earth (Blue Mountains)
The people and ecosystems of Bangladesh face many of the most devastating consequences of climate...
20 May 2008
by OzGREEN
Come, contribute, support & be inspired by High School students as they discuss their findings on the health of the Yarra catchment AND their own action plans of what they want to do about it!
20 May 2008
by ATA (Alternative Technology Association)
ATA Seminar: Bicycling Empowerment Network Namibia
20 May 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!
20 May 2008
by Australian Centre for Democracy and Justice
Speaker: Sue Kenny (Deakin University) In many senses globalisation has brought us closer together. However it...
21 May 2008
by Village Well
Judy will be discussing the positive social, environmental and financial benefits of Going Local, alongside...
22 May 2008
by Sustainable Homes
Learn about how you can use water efficient appliances, like AAA or four star rated...
23 May 2008
by Dalpura Farm
A practical introduction to the modern applications of Keyline Design for Drought-proofing your landscape together with Farm Planning, Agroforestry & Holistic Management. The multi award winning Yeoma...
23 May 2008
by Friends of the Earth (Melbourne)
The people and ecosystems of Bangladesh face many of the most devastating consequences of climate...
24 May 2008
by Dalpura Farm
A practical introduction to the modern applications of Keyline Design for Drought-proofing your landscape together with Farm Planning, Agroforestry & Holistic Management. The multi award winning Yeoma...
24 May 2008
by Maribyrnong City Council
David Holmgren, internationally renowned founder of permaculture will present on "Permaculture and Relocalisation in the...
24 May 2008
by Hepburn Shire Council
Find out how to reduce your ecological footprint, save money, and make a difference to...
24 May 2008
by The Watershed
A practical and fun workshop that will give you the confidence to make environmentally responsible choices when shopping.
25 May 2008
by Dalpura Farm
A practical introduction to the modern applications of Keyline Design for Drought-proofing your landscape together with Farm Planning, Agroforestry & Holistic Management. The multi award winning Yeoma...
25 May 2008
by Friends of Merri Creek
You are invited to Join Merri Creek Management Committee and Friends of Merri Creek for...
25 May 2008
by The Watershed
Make the most of your food scraps with this 2 1/2 hour workshop on how to set up and maintain your own compast system or worm farm.
25 May 2008
by Friends of Merri Creek
Light refreshments provided. Funded by an EPA alternative penalties payment to MCMC.
25 May 2008
by MOLM - Meeting of Like :Minds
BBQ PICNIC & TOUR at Iramoo Sustainability Centre on Sunday, 25 May 2008 @ 12 noon. A FREE tour of the Centre and Grasslands will be conducted at 2pm.
27 May 2008
by ATA (Alternative Technology Association)
A night to share stories from community groups involved in solar lighting projects in Timor Leste. Refreshments will be served, including Timorese coffee
28 May 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 cutting ed
29 May 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 cutting ed
29 May 2008
by The Conscious Cook
You are enthusiastically invited to the launch of The Conscious Cook with the Minister for...
29 May 2008
by Sustainable Homes
Learn about how you can use water efficient appliances, like AAA or four star rated...
30 May 2008
by Dalpura Farm
Want to build your own rainwater tank? At this hands-on workshop you'll learn how to design & build your own tank to suit your own situation using this very useful & durable material.
31 May 2008
by Dalpura Farm
Want to build your own rainwater tank? At this hands-on workshop you'll learn how to design & build your own tank to suit your own situation using this very useful & durable material.