Sustainable Living in Whitehorse in Nunawading, Victoria, Australia | Community organisation

Sustainable Living in Whitehorse

Locality: Nunawading, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9262 6333

Address: 379 Whitehorse Road 3131 Nunawading, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 Today is Where Am I? Wednesday! We had some good guesses for our last mystery park, which was Furness Park in Blackburn! Furness Park makes up one of the three parks that form the Blackburn Creeklands which runs along Gardiners Creek. It is a beautiful spot for a walk and to appreciate our bushland areas. For this week's mystery park we have given you four ambiguous photos, making it a bit trickier! We have provided four clues, but see if you can find out where our par...k is without using any of the clues Clue #1: This park is in the eastern half of the city Clue #2: Its name is often confused with a road with a similar sounding name nearby Clue #3: This park has a bit of bushland as well as a tennis court and Guide hall Clue #4: Most of the bush area is re-growth after the mowing was intentionally stopped over 25 years ago Know where this is? Have you been here before? If you have any photos of this park post them in the comments! Lookout for the answer in our next Where Am I? Wednesday post

24.01.2022 To promote National Recycling Week (9-15 November), we are running a colouring competition for ages 13 and under. A prize will be awarded to each of the following age categories: 3-6, 7-10 and 11-13. To enter, submit the completed entry via email by 11pm Sunday 15 November. For a copy of the colour in sheet, terms and conditions and tips on submitting your entry, visit our website

22.01.2022 Thanks to local resident Irma who entered our Favourite Tree competition with this image of a eucalypt in Ballyshannassy Park. There's still time to enter, follow this link for more information: https://oursay.org/whitehorsecitycouncil/myfavouritetree

21.01.2022 Trees and vegetation are important as they help improve habitat for wildlife and preserve biodiversity. Council would like to gain your insights to help develop and prioritise a new Urban forest strategy. Click the link below to share your ideas

21.01.2022 Incorporating the UN Sustainable Development Goals in Business - 27 November 2020 The Whitehorse Business Group presents Dr Ameeta Jain, who is working on mapping the SDGs in the City of Whitehorse. This FREE talk will provide an understanding of the SDGs and how local businesses can incorporate them in their practice. Register at www.eventbrite.com.au/e/incorporating-the-un-sustainable-de

20.01.2022 Do you run a business and want to learn: strategies for tackling climate impacts; risk management; and improving financial environmental sustainability? Our friends at the Northern Alliance for Greenhouse Action with NORTH Link and Melbourne's North Food Group are holding a webinar for just that this Thursday 18 February, 3-4pm. For more information and to register, visit:... https://mailchi.mp//invitation-how-to-effectively-know-you See more

20.01.2022 Today is Where Am I? Wednesday! Last week must have been a bit too tricky for everyone, our mystery park was Stephens Reserve in Vermont! It is a lovely spot to play on the playground or for anyone who enjoys playing a bit of Tennis This week's mystery park may be familiar to a few of you, let's see if you can guess where it is only using the four photos provided (but we have still included the clues, just in case) ... Clue #1: This park is on the north-west of the city Clue #2: This park is mainly open lawns but it does have a little patch of bushland Clue #3: This park has a ‘hard to forget’ name! Clue #4: This park is one in a long line of parks Know where this is? Have you been here before? If you have any photos of this park post them in the comments! Look out for the answer in our next Where Am I? Wednesday post!

15.01.2022 Don’t be knocked out by summer storms. Summer storms can hit hard and cause power outages. Don’t wait until it’s too late, be power smart and check you’ve got back up power and that it’s all working properly. Things like the batteries in your torches and the gas bottle for your barbie. For more information on how to stay safe and be prepared during storm events and potential electricity outages visit https://www.unitedenergy.com.au/safety/summer-safety-2/

13.01.2022 As part of the 2021 Sustainable Living Festival, join other local educators at the Learning for Sustainability Conference and get inspired for 2021. As a live-streamed and interactive event, you can connect in from the comfort of your own computer and gather ideas to use within your workplace and wider community. Visit the EASL website for more information or to buy tickets: www.easl.com.au/LfS2021

13.01.2022 The Wild Pollinator Count is almost here. Gain some tips for identifying insect pollinators in your garden from the wonderful Dr Luis Mata and participate as a citizen scientist. Habitat gardeners and home produce gardeners are sure to enjoy this event. Hope to see you there!

12.01.2022 It’s National Recycling Week! Test your recycling knowledge and keep an eye out for the polls we will be posting throughout the week on our Facebook story. Answers will be posted in the afternoon. #NationalRecyclingWeek

12.01.2022 We understand businesses are doing it tough right now. Businesses can now apply for a rebate of up to $150 on the purchase of composting products $50 or more, to assist in reducing waste to landfill and the associated costs. For more information, click the link below

11.01.2022 We have two more online gardening seminars to finish off the year. On the 7th of December we have Richard from SGA back by popular demand with tips and tricks for gardening in a rental property. Then on the 14th of December, local horticulturist, Nicky, will show us how to maintain a garden efficiently and sustainably. Bookings through Eventbrite at the link below. Hope to see you there! www.eventbrite.com.au/o/whitehorse-trees-and-urban-forest-e

11.01.2022 Get in quick, registrations to host a virtual garage sale close tomorrow! Don't have anything to sell? Support local and shop the trail. It helps them declutter, you save money and the planet by reducing waste to landfill. For more information, visit www.garagesaletrail.com.au/whitehorse

11.01.2022 Today is (usually) Where Am I? Wednesday! But today we're letting you know that Where Am I? Wednesday is going to be taking a well deserved break. We will be back in the New Year!... Last week's mystery park was a park that has only been newly acquired by Council, so new, it doesn't even have an official name yet! We have been calling it 21 Wattle Valley Road, Mitcham which is conveniently also it's address for anyone wishing to give it a visit. It is a spectacular park that creates a valuable corridor between Yarran Dheran Reserve and Antonio Park. Get out there and give it a visit! Please have a safe and happy break, and enjoy spending time with your loved ones, just like our Dusky Moorhen and Australian Wood Duck friends below. Happy holidays, and a spectacular New Year to you all!

10.01.2022 Congratulations to the fantastic winners of the National Recycling Week Colouring Competition: Ming Chen from Blackburn South (3-6 year old); Damian from Blackburn South (7-10 year old); and Erin from Mont Albert (11-13 year old). Also a very special thank you to all the wonderful entries we received and the parents/guardians for taking the time to submit each entry!

10.01.2022 Community update - 12 February 2021 In line with Stage 4 restrictions, libraries, Aqualinks, Sportlink and various Council facilities will close from 11:59pm ...Friday 12 February until at least 11:59pm on Wednesday 17 February. A comprehensive list of the status of facilities and services is available on our website https://bit.ly/2VWh4dX Customer Service Centres (Nunawading, Forest Hill and Box Hill) will remain closed to visitors but we will continue to provide services online via Council's website, phone or email. Contact Council via phone on (03) 9262 6333 Visit https://www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au for a range of online services where you can pay, apply, report Email us at [email protected] We will continue to provide essential services to the Whitehorse community, such as Meals on Wheels, waste collection and childhood immunisation. Reminder: You must wear a mask whenever leaving the house. For the safety of our community, Council encourages all residents to stay up to date with announcements from Victorian Department of Health. Read the latest updates from Council: https://bit.ly/2xj4Wu2

09.01.2022 Home Harvest Workshop - Whitehorse Council Find out how to get started growing food and troubleshoot any issues you may be facing. Have all your questions answered by Ellen from Cultivating Community on December 9th at 7pm. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/114844468898

09.01.2022 The Learning for Sustainability Conference is on again! Live-streamed and featuring a keynote address from Dr Karl, the day is set to inspire and motivate all who attend. Targeting schools, early years and interested community members, there will be a number of sustainability themed workshops to support your sustainability journey in the classroom, at your workplace and in the wider community. For tickets visit: http://www.easl.com.au/LfS2021

08.01.2022 The Learning for Sustainability Conference is on again! Featuring a keynote address from Dr Karl, the day is set to inspire and motivate all who attend. Targeting schools, early years and interested community members, we will have a number of sustainability themed workshops to support your sustainability journey in the classroom, at your workplace and in the wider community. For tickets and further information, check out the EASL website: www.easl.com.au/LfS2021

08.01.2022 It’s smart to be power smart. Be power smart this summer and visit United Energy's website to find out about the simple steps you can take to stay comfortable and manage your energy costs. For more information visit https://www.unitedenergy.com.au/your-electr/be-power-smart/

07.01.2022 Colouring Competition Reminder! Grab your coloured pencils, there is still a chance to enter our #NationalRecyclingWeek colouring competition. Entries close 11pm 15 November, with prizes to be won for children aged 13 and under. To access the colouring sheet, terms and conditions, as well as tips on how to submit your entry, please visit our website https://bit.ly/3kkcpw3

06.01.2022 Have you sorted your Christmas tree out yet? If not, consider a sustainable alternative over a plastic tree, such as a home-made arrangement of branches or a native potted plant, which can then be planted rather than throw out after the festive season. Share your sustainable Christmas trees below

04.01.2022 We want your help to shape Melbourne’s response to climate change. The Victorian Government is seeking your contribution to develop Greater Melbourne’s Regional Climate Change Adaptation Strategy by sharing your views on the Melbourne’s Climate Journey Discussion Paper. The insights you provide about local climate change adaptation challenges, issues and concerns will inform this strategy and help secure Melbourne’s resilience against climate change. For more information v...isit https://engage.vic.gov.au/regional-climate-change-adaptatio. Share your views before Monday 7 December 2020. . . . . . . . Victoria is already experiencing the impacts of climate change; in recent years we’ve seen devastating bushfires, rising sea levels and more frequent extreme weather events. Alongside reducing our greenhouse gas emissions, developing a robust approach to adaptation is critical to building our resilience, and preparing our industries, communities and environments to be able to thrive with the future climate. One way the Victorian Government is supporting communities to adapt to climate change is through a $9.3 million commitment by the to develop Regional Climate Change Adaptation Strategies. Taking a regionally-based, community-led approach to developing these strategies will ensure they reflect local challenges, opportunities and priorities, and capture the insights of the people who know these areas best.

04.01.2022 Do you have big ideas about what kind of community you want Whitehorse to be in 2040? Greener? More trees? More sustainable? Become part of a Community Panel for your chance to actively Shape Your Future! Express your interest today to be part of our Community Panel at www.chatterboxprojects.com.au/whitehorse-2040 ... The panel will be made up of up to 50 community members who will work as a team to consider research, information and community feedback, which they will use to develop the Whitehorse 2040 Community Vision. Panel members will be a mix of everyday people who live, work or run a business in Whitehorse. We need people of different ages, backgrounds, skills and experiences. Simply living or operating a business in Whitehorse, and the desire to be genuinely involved, is all the experience and knowledge you need! Applications for the community panel close 11 December.

03.01.2022 Now is the time to act to avoid Summer bill shock! Join our webinar with the Australian Energy Foundation to find out how.

01.01.2022 Stay connected even when you’re not. Bad weather and lightning can cut your power supply. Be power smart and always keep phones fully charged, so you can contact family and friends, and keep updated on any power outages via United Energy's outage map https://outagemap.unitedenergy.com.au/