Wellbeing effects of Nature within the Tasmanian Arboretum – A talk and a short guided wellbeing walk  Saturday May 23rd, 10.30 – 12pm 

This event is the Arboretum’s contribution to a whole week of events being held throughout Australia and New Zealand, for Botanic Gardens Week called ‘Botanic Gardens: Where Your Health Grows’ focused on the many health and wellbeing benefits of botanic … Continue reading ” Wellbeing effects of Nature within the Tasmanian Arboretum – A talk and a short guided wellbeing walk  Saturday May 23rd, 10.30 – 12pm “

Sustainability Matters – March 2026

An independent, volunteer run monthly online newsletter sharing sustainable living news & events in North West Tasmania

No Fish Farms in Bass Strait! Action 15 March 11am South Burnie Beach

  Stand up and help protect our coastal waterways, beaches, fisheries and marine ecosystems from the scourge of Atlantic Salmon farming, the battery hens of the ocean.

2025 Year of the Wood Snake

In Chinese culture, the Year of the Wood Snake in 2025 is a time to connect with nature and adopt environmentally friendly habits:  Reduce plastic: Reduce the amount of plastic you use Plant trees: Plant trees to help the environment … Continue reading “2025 Year of the Wood Snake”

School Garden Role Opportunity with 24 Carrots!

  Young people thrive in a positive and connected food culture. 24 Carrot Gardens is a food education program of Material Institute, a charity based in Lutruwita/Tasmania. We work with schools to establish kitchen gardens, where students learn to grow, … Continue reading “School Garden Role Opportunity with 24 Carrots!”

Exploring Bioregionalism – FREE WEBINAR 

First Peoples’ governance systems and the Relationalist Ethos 5 December @ 12pm to 1.30pm AEST (Qld time) (Note – this webinar starts at 1pm AEDT – NSW, Vic, Tas time) Join us for AELA’s “Exploring Bioregionalism” webinar series! In our December … Continue reading “Exploring Bioregionalism – FREE WEBINAR “

Protect our North West Forests!

Remember that stickers are out and about in Penguin, Ulverstone and now Shearwater. Drop by one of these shops to pick up a sticker ($5 each, bring cash) to help keep the message alive.   What do we mean by … Continue reading “Protect our North West Forests!”

A Natural Burial Site for the North West ?

The North West Environment Centre (NWEC) is investigating the feasibility of establishing a natural burial site. What does Natural Bush Burial mean? There are two components to what is called a Natural Bush Burial. The first is the burial environment … Continue reading “A Natural Burial Site for the North West ?”

Threatened Forest Open Day – Dial Range – NW Lutruwita / Tasmania 11 August 11.30 -1.30pm

WHEN August 11, 2024 at 11:30am – 1:30pm WHERE Dial Range CONTACT Ashley Bulgarelli · [email protected] The Dial Range is under threat – 45 hectares are scheduled to be logged. The Dial Range is a biodiversity hotspot, home to iconic … Continue reading “Threatened Forest Open Day – Dial Range – NW Lutruwita / Tasmania 11 August 11.30 -1.30pm”

What’s on @RESEED and beyond in June !

The RESEED Centre is a hub for positive change, supporting people to be healthy, live sustainably, and explore what is needed to build a resilient community. The Centre and its activities offer a positive response to the challenges of our … Continue reading “What’s on @RESEED and beyond in June !”