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Baw Baw Sustainability Network

Locality: Yarragon, Victoria

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25.01.2022 Locals to Gippsland who are interested in the urgency of local government to act on climate change may be interested in this local initiative from Gippsland XR Groups: Gippsland's Day Of Action: Saturday 3rd October We lament what is happening behind the scenes with the fossil fuel stacked, National Covid Commission Advisory Board and their gas-led recovery plans. But Extinction Rebellion Gippsland thinks it is time to encourage our local Federal MPs out from under the doon...a. We want them to publicly recognise the climate emergency and act on it, fast. COVID-19 is a scary, disruptive, global threat. And so is global warming. Overwhelmingly, the science says that our current concerns are nothing compared to the consequences of failing to act immediately on emissions reductions. The Federal Government is tinkering at the edges and continuing to support their fossil fuel friends over our future. We have designed a Covid-safe Action to highlight the alarm about climate change across Gippsland. We demand that our local Federal politicians Russell Broadbent and Darren Chester use their leadership roles to advocate for meaningful and urgent climate action. Please read the invitation at this link: https://xrgippsland.files.wordpress.com//darren-russell-ac The plan is for each protest group/individual to make, display and photograph signs addressing Russell and Darren on climate change. Post the photos to your social media with hashtag #Act4climategippsland or email to [email protected] To help us to send a loud and clear message to our two Federal MPs so they can no longer hide from public concern on climate change register below. Registration: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSfqMMbT7vEiFtVYMZ/viewform Images of your protest will be gathered into short videos, collages etc and shared via social media and press releases to show that Gippsland residents want global warming stopped.

24.01.2022 How gorgeous is this footage! Have you ever experienced something like this in nature, share in the comments! https://www.facebook.com/9News/videos/1204536233264035

23.01.2022 A gorgeous place to visit!

21.01.2022 In Flanders fields In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place: and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly... Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. John McCrae (18721918)

21.01.2022 We welcome the announcement by Victorian govt on spending $797 million on energy efficiency in homes. https://www.theguardian.com//victoria-pledges-797m-for-aus

20.01.2022 Preparations are underway for our annual Creative Harvest weekend. January 23-24th, 2021, we have 15 gorgeous gardens open for you to view, each will have a unique artist or food artisan in residence as well! The event is designed to show people gardens that grow food well and to share local experiences. To check out all of the info head to: ... https://www.bbsn.org.au/creative-harvest-2020 See more

20.01.2022 Join this event for presentations and discussions around what a new energy sector in Gippsland will mean for regional communities, employment and development. The Committee for Gippsland and the Gippsland Climate Change Network are working with industry and stakeholders to actively scope a clear vision for energy in the region and a well-managed transition pathway to establishing Gippsland as a clean energy hub. This event will also be emceed by Scott Ferraro who is currently... the Program Director for Monash University’s Net Zero Initiative and is on the Board of the Energy Efficiency Council. https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_QleQwH2TQL2Erpiz2MwYeQ

19.01.2022 households that move into a new all-electric house with efficient appliances will save money compared to an equivalent dual-fuel house. Banning gas connections in new housing makes good economic sense as well as being good for climate action. https://theconversation.com/san-francisco-just-banned-gas-i

17.01.2022 Jump on board and take action on this important issue!

16.01.2022 Running out of water is not a pleasant experience, and heading into warmer weather now is the perfect time to look at ways to save water! We're so excited to bring you our next online event, Garden Water Harvesting Techniques, on Thursday 22nd October at 7:30pm. Here in Gippsland where it seems to rain all the time you can be lulled into a security that there is plenty of water all the time. ... Hear about The Bates Homestead experience in creating a passive rainwater harvesting system for their garden. To register head to: https://bbsnwaterharvesting.eventbrite.com.au

16.01.2022 Check out our November newsletter! https://mailchi.mp/622bf5acdb7c/bbsn-newsletter-november

13.01.2022 Don’t forget to register for our webinar this week! Upcoming FREE BBSN Webinar Thursday 26th November at 7:30pm via Zoom ... Join Environmental Scientist, Susan Koci & Chair of Preserve our Forests Committee, Marg Thomas discussing saving our local forests. In 2017 the Mirboo North community were shocked to find that significant sections of their precious native forests were earmarked for clear fell logging by VicForests. The community came together as one and voted to prevent the logging of one of the area’s major tourist attractions, the town’s amenity, and critical habitat for threatened species. So began a 3 year fight to save this crucial part of the once great Strzelecki Ranges. Join Environmental Scientist, Susan Koci and Chair of Preserve our Forests Steering Committee, Marg Thomas as they outline the campaign to preserve these forests including the work to protect the significant Greater Glider population and to record the high conservation values within these forests. This work culminated in the declaration of an Immediate Protection Area by the State Government in November 2019; effectively preventing logging. Book online for this free event at: https://bbsnforests.eventbrite.com.au

07.01.2022 Our Annual General Meeting was held on Thursday, thank you to those who attended and took part. Our office bearers were all re-elected: Malcolm McKelvie-President Inge Mitchell-Vice President... Carol Rowley-Treasurer Krista Mountford-Secretary Our general committee members were also re-elected: Wendy Savage, Ken Savage, Ian Southall, Geraldine Bate, Bernie Rowley, Anthea Merson, Margaret Oliver and Steve Walsh. We are very thankful to have such a hardworking committee, and are very much looking forward to continuing our important work in the coming year. We also welcome two new committee members; Michele Geoffrey and Gabriel Hakim. Jackie and Geoff Tims did not renominate, so we thank them for giving their time to BBSN. The meeting was followed by a presentation given by Megan Cartwright from Opal about the 'Energy From Waste' project at Maryvale Mill. The AGM and presentation can be found here: https://us02web.zoom.us//81BSd1ZPt_yI0EWoVPuxWtZ2XvMGSJIxM Passcode: jCjb6Ch&

07.01.2022 Practical and philosophical examples of permaculture parenting and how to parent according to the 12 permaculture principles. https://www.pipmagazine.com.au/nur/permaculture-parenting/

05.01.2022 If you're looking to switch to a sustainable and natural range of products, that are also Australian made & owned, Resparkle is amazing! (https://vimeo.com/464070162

05.01.2022 Sign the petition to fight for cleaner air in Gippsland! http://www.healthyfutures.net.au/epavic

04.01.2022 The Gardening Group were busy on Wednesday installing a gorgeous cubby that Michael has obtained! Next time you're in Yarragon why not enjoy a delicious meal from Fozigobble and have a walk through the BBSN garden behind the cafe! If you're a keen gardener or want to learn from more experienced gardeners, the Gardening Group meets every Wednesday at 10am and you'd be very welcome to join them!

02.01.2022 Support regional Victoria and take the #emptyesky pledge! Check out this terrific article from The Rogue Ginger Rural towns in Australia have been hit hard in the past twelve months. They have faced droughts, bush fires, and now COVID-19 keeping visitors away. As restrictions begin to lift and the weather warms up Aussies will be looking to plan their holidays, and with limits on international travel many of us will be looking to domestic trips.... Before Australia experienced the first lockdown earlier in the year my family took a short trip to regional Victoria and NSW, taking along our empty esky after coming across the #emptyesky pledge on social media. The Empty Esky pledge is to get people to visit townships and support small businesses affected by the Australian bush fires. Travellers are encouraged to take along their eskys to fill it with local produce and wares. I documented our road trip hoping to inspire others to holiday here this year and support towns in need of visitors. Read the full blog post here: https://www.therogueginger.com

01.01.2022 One of my favourite places in Baw Baw to visit... What are some of your favourite gems to visit? Share in the comments! https://www.facebook.com//a.62802627055/3624318927588181/

01.01.2022 Upcoming FREE BBSN Webinar Thursday 26th November at 7:30pm via Zoom Join Environmental Scientist, Susan Koci & Chair of Preserve our Forests Committee, Marg Thomas discussing saving our local forests. ... In 2017 the Mirboo North community were shocked to find that significant sections of their precious native forests were earmarked for clear fell logging by VicForests. The community came together as one and voted to prevent the logging of one of the area’s major tourist attractions, the town’s amenity, and critical habitat for threatened species. So began a 3 year fight to save this crucial part of the once great Strzelecki Ranges. Join Environmental Scientist, Susan Koci and Chair of Preserve our Forests Steering Committee, Marg Thomas as they outline the campaign to preserve these forests including the work to protect the significant Greater Glider population and to record the high conservation values within these forests. This work culminated in the declaration of an Immediate Protection Area by the State Government in November 2019; effectively preventing logging. Book online for this free event at: https://bbsnforests.eventbrite.com.au

01.01.2022 Meet the Candidates-Zoom link Baw Baw Shire East Ward election- Meet The Candidates session Zoom Link to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89294785701