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SUMMARY:DEEP ECOLOGY with John Seed and friends\, Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:Fri\, 13 Feb\, 4pm – Sun\, 15 Feb\, 4pm AEDT \n\n\n\n100 Tarrango Rd Yarra Junction VIC\, Australia \n\n\n\nEvent description\n\n\n\nThe Rainforest Information Centre presents DEEP ECOLOGY with John Seed and friends \n\n\n\nTickets are sliding scale from $180-$800 – $180 student or unemployed\, $800 well off\, or somewhere in between.25% of the proceeds will be donated to protect Ecuador’s rainforests.
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/deep-ecology-with-john-seed-and-friends-melbourne/
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260212T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
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SUMMARY:Composting for beginners: Turn Your Scraps into Soil [Semaphore]
DESCRIPTION:Bower Cottages Community Centre Semaphore Park\, SA \n\n\n\nThursday\, Feb 12 from 10 am to 11 am ACDT \n\n\n\nOverview \n\n\n\nJoin the Composting Group at Bower Cottages for a friendly\, beginner-focused session that breaks down the basics of composting and worm farm
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/composting-for-beginners-turn-your-scraps-into-soil-semaphore/
CATEGORIES:SA
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260212T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260212T110000
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SUMMARY:Compost and Worm Farming Workshop\, Moss Vale
DESCRIPTION:You wouldn’t throw away money\, so why toss out those food scraps?Join us for a Worm Farming and Composting Workshop at the Moss Vale Resource Recovery Centre (RRC). \n\n\n\nAt our workshop you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nHow to set up and main a worm farm and compost bin.\n\n\n\nHow worm farms and composting can reduce your waste and enrich your garden soil.\n\n\n\n\nThis free event offers practical demonstrations and expert tips to help you start your own sustainable composting system at home. Spaces are limited\, so register today! \n\n\n\nAll workshop participants will receive a piece of composting equipment to kickstart their journey! (Limited to one per family) \n\n\n\nResource Recovery Centre\, 177 Berrima Road\, Moss Vale\, 2577
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/nsw-compost-and-worm-farming-workshop/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260212T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
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SUMMARY:Compost Making [Wallington\, VIC]
DESCRIPTION:We cover how to build a compost and best location to site it. Also what the best organic builders are and what not to include in the compost.Learn about compost activators. Different methods of composting from quick to slow compost. Feed the soil and prevent mineral hunger signs.Bring your garden fork and gloves if you have them to get involved. \n\n\n\nCost $50. To book your place phone/text 0438 503993 or email lomasfruit@hotmail.com. We require a $20 deposit to hold your place.  \n\n\n\nSee less
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/compost-making-wallington-vic/
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260211T170000
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SUMMARY:Composting basics & troubleshooting (online)
DESCRIPTION:Bring along all of your composting and worm farming questions. In this FREE ONLINE SESSION\, we’ll cover the basics of composting and worm farming\, answer all your questions\, and troubleshoot any compost problems you might have. We want to bust common composting myths and make it as easy for you to compost as possible. Please bring along your questions and curiosity! \n\n\n\nFACILITATOR \n\n\n\nLaura Jean is a passionate grower and compost creator\, she is also deputy director at the Canberra Environment Centre. She has created compost in a variety of spaces from a top floor apartment\, to a community garden\, a school teaching garden and lots in between. She is keen to share a fuss-free\, practical approach to composting. \n\n\n\n@grounduppermaculture \n\n\n\nREGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR THIS MEETING: Composting basics & troubleshooting (online) \n\n\n\nReplay recording will be shared with all registered attendees \n\n\n\nThis is an online event conducted over Zoom. \n\n\n\nZoom link will be emailed closer to the event.
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/composting-basics-troubleshooting-online/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260211T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260211T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
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SUMMARY:Gardening Workshops - Totally free!\, Ashburton
DESCRIPTION:Craig Family Centre Ashburton \n\n\n\nJoin community organiser and climate advocate Sanne de Swart for a four-week introduction to gardening\, soil health\, permaculture\, and climate resilience. With a background in community climate action\, facilitation\, and environmental leadership\, \n\n\n\n11 Feb – 4 March\, 11:30am – 12:30pm  \n\n\n\nWeek 1 — Soils & Compost: The Black Gold\n\n\n\nLearn the foundations of healthy soil\, composting techniques\, and how to create nutrient-rich earth for growing food. \n\n\n\nWeek 2 — Planting & Seed Swap\n\n\n\nDiscover what to plant in late summer (silverbeet\, onion\, broccoli\, carrot\, lettuce and more) and take part in a community seed swap. \n\n\n\nWeek 3 — Permaculture Basics\n\n\n\nExplore key permaculture principles and how to apply them simply and sustainably in everyday life. \n\n\n\nWeek 4 — Community Climate Resilience\n\n\n\nDiscuss the role of community\, shared skills\, and local action in building resilience to climate change.
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/gardening-workshops-totally-free-term-1-2026/
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260211T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260211T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
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SUMMARY:Creating a happy plant environment - Kalkie QLD
DESCRIPTION:The Promised Garden series is presented by a horticulturist with 40 years of experience in all facets of the horticulture industry. Workshop participants will learn through hands on experience in Nardoo’s wholesale and retail nurseries\, all set within 6 acres of beautiful lawns and gardens. Materials and morning tea are included in each session. \n\n\n\nNardoo Nursery Kalkie QLD\, Australia \n\n\n\nCreating a happy plant environment – 11 February from 9:00 – 11:30am \n\n\n\n\nSoils and soil improvement – Learn how to improve soil and garden health using organic methods.\n\n\n\nComposting – The secret weapon to a thriving garden\, learn how to make compost and the benefits it brings.\n\n\n\nFertilising – Learn how to choose the right fertilisers for your garden and your environment.\n\n\n\nMulching – understand the importance and benefits of mulch for plant health and reducing maintenance.\n\n\n\n\nChoosing your plants – 18 February from 9:00 – 11:30am \n\n\n\n\nPlant selection to make your garden look great\, fit into your lifestyle and provide food for you or native animals.\n\n\n\nFriend or foe – Learn what plants will safely grow in your environment and enhance your home.\n\n\n\nPlanting and transplanting plants – Learn how to plant new plants and transplant existing.\n\n\n\nPropagation – A look at how to propagate plants for the garden\, both ornamental and edible.\n\n\n\n\nMaintaining your garden – 25 February from 9:00 – 11:30am \n\n\n\nPest\, disease and weed control using Integrated Pest Management – safe\, effective and chemical-free methods to keep you\, the plants and the garden inhabitants healthy. \n\n\n\nSeasonal gardening – Learn how to produce herbs\, vegetables and fruit year-round using organic methods. \n\n\n\nPruning – Learn the proper pruning technique with easy\, successful methods to help avoid plant loss.
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/creating-a-happy-plant-environment-kalkie-qld/
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260210T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
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UID:10948-1770746400-1770753600@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:Green Drinks Canberra
DESCRIPTION:Green Drinks Canberra is a monthly event for socialising and professional networking\, for those interested in environmental sustainability. \n\n\n\nSixty Second Soapbox: At 6:00 pm\, we pause the room’s freeform conversations for the Sixty Second Soapbox. Each person\, if they choose\, can speak for up to 60 seconds (mercilessly enforced!) This is a great way to share information about upcoming events\, to find collaborators for projects\, or to share interesting news. \n\n\n\nGuest talks: Each Green Drinks Canberra event features a guest speaking about their field of expertise. This talk begins shortly after 6:00 pm\, and lasts approximately 20 minutes\, with time for audience Q&A afterwards. \n\n\n\nThis is an event for environmentally-minded Canberrans who meet for a monthly drink. An excellent way to:• meet like-minded people• make friends and contacts• learn about interesting projects / organisations from around the Canberra area• discuss and collaborate on projects \n\n\n\nSEE Change and Green Drinks are agenda-free and non-politically aligned (read more). Individuals from businesses\, not-for-profits\, government\, academia\, and community groups welcome\, as well as those with personal projects!
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/green-drinks-canberra/
CATEGORIES:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260207T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260207T173000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260112T030502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T030509Z
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SUMMARY:Compost Bin ARt Launch!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of six artistic compost bins\, decorated by six local artists! \n\n\n\nAll welcome. Refreshments and tunes provided. \n\n\n\nFootpath outside 113 Goodwin Terrace\, Moorooka
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/compost-bin-art-launch/
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260207T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260108T040855Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Through Gardening Workshop\, Camberwell
DESCRIPTION:Your garden is more than just an outdoor space. It can also be a place of climate action where you can connect with the environment and make changes to reduce your carbon footprint.   \n\n\n\nIn this workshop\, presented by Sustainable Gardening Australia\, we will use the Climate 7 framework to explore how gardening can be part of your personal climate action plan. Topics covered include organic waste and carbon emissions\, using gardens to cool houses and neighbourhoods\, reducing food miles by growing your own food\, and recycling and reuse in the garden. \n\n\n\nParkview Room attached to Camberwell Library340 Camberwell Rd\, Camberwell VIC 3124\, Australia \n\n\n\nClimate Action Through Gardening Workshop
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/vic-climate-action-through-gardening-workshop/
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20260207T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20260207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260108T101344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T030551Z
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SUMMARY:A Year of Gardening \,Cooking & Connecting! Burton
DESCRIPTION:Join our year-long workshops to grow food\, cook delicious meals\, and build community—hands-on learning from garden to kitchen! \n\n\n\nThis year-long series of hands-on workshops is designed to help participants grow food\, cook delicious meals\, and build community connections. Each session focuses on practical skills\, seasonal activities\, and sustainable living practices. From planning a productive garden to preserving harvests and learning kitchen crafts\, participants will gain confidence and knowledge while enjoying a welcoming\, collaborative environment. \n\n\n\nAges 13 + \n\n\n\n10.30am – 12.30pm \n\n\n\nProgram Highlights\n\n\n\nGrowing Together: Planning & Preparing the Hive Garden7 Feb 2026 – Kick off the year with garden design\, soil prep\, composting\, and planting seedlings. \n\n\n\nThe Hive Community Resource Hub Burton\, SA
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/a-year-of-gardening-cooking-connecting/
CATEGORIES:SA
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260207T133000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260129T121014Z
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SUMMARY:Compost\, Compost Teas & Biochar Activation [Nimbin]
DESCRIPTION:This is the last time this workshop will be offered at Djanbung Gardensbefore Robyn retires and closes later this year
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/compost-compost-teas-biochar-activation-nimbin-2/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260109T001939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T030612Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Compost\, Singleton
DESCRIPTION:ParkView Cafe Singleton \n\n\n\nCome along and converse about compost over coffee. Bring some of your own compost or vermicompost to swap and build the diversity of microorganisms working in your system. Share tips and knowledge about composting\, or get help troubleshooting your struggling attempts. Compost curious kids welcome too
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/coffee-compost-singleton/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260207T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260121T070830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T054146Z
UID:11859-1770449400-1770462000@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:Compost Like a Pro\, Maroochydore QLD
DESCRIPTION:The Urban Farm Maroochy Neighbourhood Centre Maroochydore QLD\, Australia
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/compost-like-a-pro-maroochydore-qld/
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260206T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260108T215805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T030708Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Playgroup @ CERES Joe's Market Garden - Fridays\, Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:CERES Joe’s Market Garden Coburg VIC\, Australia \n\n\n\nFri\, 6 Feb\, 10am – Fri\, 27 Mar\, 12pm AEDT \n\n\n\nDesigned for children 2-5 years old accompanied by a guardian. 
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/nature-playgroup-ceres-joes-market-garden-fridays-term-1-2026/
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260205T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260205T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260108T054535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T080150Z
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SUMMARY:Melbourne - Small99's People\, Planet\, Pint™: Sustainability Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Pop down to your local People Planet Pint meetup to find more about what’s going on locally with sustainability and how you can get involved \n\n\n\nPop down to your local People Planet Pint meetup to find more about what’s going on locally with sustainability and how you can get involved. \n\n\n\nNo pitches\, powerpoints or panels. Just People\, Planet\, Pint/s. \n\n\n\nYour local meetup is a great place to start your journey or continue learning\, and meet diverse people to chat about life and how we can sustain it. Every job is a climate job\, so come along and learn about how you can take action\, as well as what is going on locally. \n\n\n\nWe welcome everyone\, regardless of their experience or background. People Planet Pint is a space where everyone can feel comfortable learning about sustainability and sharing their ideas. \n\n\n\nAfterall\, creating a sustainable future requires connected communities. And what better way to bring everyone together than over a drink? \n\n\n\nPrefer a Pastry to a Pint? Head along to ‘People Planet Pastry’! Equally relaxed and welcoming\, they run during the day and offer an informal way to learn about what is going on locally in sustainability.
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/vic-melbourne-small99s-people-planet-pint-sustainability-meetup/
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260205T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260205T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260130T064057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T064101Z
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SUMMARY:Composting with Seed The Ground
DESCRIPTION:Seed The Ground is getting their hands dirty for a clean cause! We value community composting and teaching the community how we can keep our food scraps out of Gold Coast landfill and nurture our soils and gardens. \n\n\n\nCome join our team and get a hands on learning experience. All ages and abilities welcome. \n\n\n\nLearn the value in composting & why we need to keep valuable and recyclable resources out of landfill \n\n\n\nLearn a variety of composting techniques \n\n\n\nMeet & support the Seed The Ground team and other community volunteers \n\n\n\nTake home some nutrient rich compost
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/composting-with-seed-the-ground/
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260203T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260113T074629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T074633Z
UID:11390-1770112800-1770120000@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:Buds n Blooms Intergenerational Nature Play Group - Winthrop WA
DESCRIPTION:EcoHub (Term 1\, 2026) \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPlanting and tending to the EcoHub gardens \n\n\n\nNature art \n\n\n\nMaking food from harvested produce \n\n\n\nPlaying and building in the garden space \n\n\n\nFeeding the worms and making compost \n\n\n\nChecking on the fish and aquaponic system
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/buds-n-blooms-intergenerational-nature-play-group-winthrop-wa/
CATEGORIES:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260203T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260203T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260108T013035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T030752Z
UID:10917-1770111000-1770121800@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:Gardening Employability Skills\, Templestowe Lower
DESCRIPTION:Tue\, 3 Feb\, 9:30am – Wed\, 1 Apr\, 12:30pm AEDT \n\n\n\nAjani Neighbourhood House Templestowe Lower VIC\, Australia \n\n\n\nEvent description\n\n\n\nGardening Employability Skills\n\n\n\nThis garden-based program teaches organic gardening techniques useful for home gardening or building skills in sustainable gardening. \n\n\n\nFor more information contact office@ajaninh.org.au 
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/gardening-employability-skills-term-1-2026/
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260203T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260113T104130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T104135Z
UID:11418-1770076800-1770120000@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:BRC - Backyard Composting & Worm Farming Workshop - Bathurst\, NSW
DESCRIPTION:Bathurst Library \n\n\n\n78 Keppel Street \n\n\n\n#70 Bathurst\, NSW 2795
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/brc-backyard-composting-worm-farming-workshop-bathurst-nsw/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260202T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260108T111925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T030815Z
UID:10945-1770040800-1770051600@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:Garden Club: Worm Farm Talk\, Keilor Library
DESCRIPTION:Learn how worm farming can turn household waste into rich nutrients for a healthier garden. Audience: Adults \n\n\n\nAge range & Important Booking Info:\n\n\n\n\nThis event is for adults\n\n\n\nDue to high demand and event waiting lists\, please only book tickets for people participating in event.\n\n\n\nPlease cancel via phone or the eventbrite app if you can no longer attend\, so that we can offer tickets to other community members.\n\n\n\n\nGarden Club: Worm Farm Talk Tickets\, Mon 02/02/2026 at 2:00 pm | Eventbrite \n\n\n\nEvent Info:\n\n\n\nJoin our February Garden Club and learn how a household worm farm can reduce kitchen and garden waste and provide necessary nutrients to improve the quality of you soil\, plants and vegetables. \n\n\n\nFind out more about Garden Club \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Brimbank Libraries Seed Libraries\, Books\, Magazines\, Garden Spaces and upcoming events online at brimbanklibraries.vic.gov.au \n\n\n\nGetting Here & Membership:\n\n\n\nIf you have accessibility questions or requirements\, please contact us at Brimbank Libraries. \n\n\n\nNot yet a Brimbank Libraries member? Return yourself to the library! Join today.
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/garden-club-worm-farm-talk/
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260201T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260113T095952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T103525Z
UID:11404-1769938200-1769950800@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:GROW TOGETHER MICROFEST From Garden Beds to Places of Belonging - Kenmore
DESCRIPTION:“Blessed Are… the Keepers of Soil\, Story & Community” with Archbishop Jeremy Greaves\, Guest preacher: Jeff Chu\, and On The Way podcast LIVE! \n\n\n\nJeff Chu is a writer\, reporter\, gardener\, minister and author of ‘Good Soil’\, ‘Does Jesus Really Love Me?’ as well as the co-author—with the late Rachel Held Evans—of the bestseller ‘Wholehearted Faith’. A former farmhand at Princeton Seminary’s Farminary\, Jeff’s life and work are shaped by the holy rhythms of soil\, story\, loss\, and new life. His recent memoir\, Good Soil: The Education of an Accidental Farmhand\, explores how the land transformed his understanding of God\, vocation\, and community. We are delighted to welcome Jeff as our keynote speaker and preacher for this special weekend.
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/grow-together-microfest-from-garden-beds-to-places-of-belonging-kenmore/
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260201T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260128T235837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T003844Z
UID:12304-1769936400-1769947200@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:Corn Field Makeover\, Singleton NSW
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we demolish the corn field and plant pumpkins and cover crops. We’ll be harvesting some of our well-matured compost from the cages to top up the beds. Learn about this method of composting with Dr Ernie Harbott from Compost Culture and get hands on practical experience. \n\n\n\nSocial Gardening is held at the Singleton Community Garden. Everyone is welcome\, especially kids and new faces. No expertise required\, just wear enclosed shoes and a hat and bring your water bottle.
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/corn-field-makeover-singleton/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260131T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260131T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260108T113424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T030902Z
UID:10953-1769871600-1769886000@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:GROW TOGETHER MICROFEST From Garden Beds to Places of Belonging\, Brisbane
DESCRIPTION:Overview \n\n\n\nAn afternoon with international author and farminarian Jeff Chu including short workshops\, shared meal and launch of Baroona Farm Network \n\n\n\nJeff Chu is a writer\, reporter\, gardener\, minister and author of ‘Good Soil’\, ‘Does Jesus Really Love Me?’ as well as the co-author—with the late Rachel Held Evans—of the bestseller ‘Wholehearted Faith’. A former farmhand at Princeton Seminary’s Farminary\, Jeff’s life and work are shaped by the holy rhythms of soil\, story\, loss\, and new life. His recent memoir\, Good Soil: The Education of an Accidental Farmhand\, explores how the land transformed his understanding of God\, vocation\, and community. We are delighted to welcome Jeff as our keynote speaker and preacher for this special weekend. \n\n\n\nWe are excited to have Jeff in Brisbane at Baroona Farm\, St Francis College! (and at Kenmore Anglican on the following day) \n\n\n\nFull Program to come including: \n\n\n\nGROW HOPEKeynote address by Jeff ChuExploring how story\, identity\, soil\, and community interweave to cultivate spaces of nourishment and belonging. \n\n\n\nWorkshop Options: \n\n\n\n\nGROW SUSTAINABILITY Recycling workshop with Peter Moore.\n\n\n\nGROW JUSTICE Gardens that promote truth-telling and engagement. With Isaiah Barnew ? Uncle Milton?\n\n\n\nGROW SOIL Composting workshop with Baroona Farm volunteers.\n\n\n\nGROW WHOLENESS Greenspace as healing space.\n\n\n\nGROW WATERWISE Wicking bed workshop with Samuel Dow.\n\n\n\nGROW TOGETHER Champagne tour of Baroona Farm – Samuel Dow. An opportunity to explore the garden and imagine what could take root elsewhere.\n\n\n\n\nGROW COMMUNITY We will conclude our gathering with: \n\n\n\n\nA Potluck Community Meal (BYO drinks and a dish to share) with music by Peter Branjerdporn\n\n\n\nThe Baroona Vision with Bishop Bill Ray and Samuel Dow\n\n\n\nOfficial Launch of the Grow Together Network with Archbishop Jeremy Greaves\n\n\n\n\nBook a ticket by donation now!(Suggested donation: $20 General\, $10 Concesison). \n\n\n\nGROW TOGETHER MICROFEST continues on Sunday 1 February at Kenmore Anglican from 9:30am:“Blessed Are… the Keepers of Soil\, Story & Community” A service of Holy Communion with Archbishop Jeremy Greaves\, Guest preacher: Jeff Chu\, followed by a Community Brunch\, and a Community Conversation on Jeff’s Book “Good Soil” with On the Way Podcast. Please RSVP here for catering purposes -> https://gtkenmore.eventbrite.com.au
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/grow-together-microfest-from-garden-beds-to-places-of-belonging-sat/
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260131T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260113T103204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T103653Z
UID:11414-1769850000-1769860800@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:WiA Soil Smart Workshop: Testing and understanding your soil - Marian\, QLD
DESCRIPTION:WiA Soil Smart Workshop: Testing & understanding your soil \n\n\n\nJoin us in person to dive into the world of soil! This workshop is perfect if you’re curious about what’s happening beneath your feet. Learn how to test your own soil. \n\n\n\nSoil samping\n\n\n\nBring a soil sample (dig down to 10cm deep and collect a sandwich bag size of dirt) and learn how to use the phTextura Spoon to: \n\n\n\n\ntest your soil’s pH\n\n\n\nunderstand soil texture and what it means\n\n\n\ntest the biology of your soil\n\n\n\n\nThere will also be a demonstration from Reef Catchments staff on taking soil core samples and how to distiguish soil layers. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring:\n\n\n\n\nChair\n\n\n\nSuitable footwear for walking\n\n\n\nWater bottle\n\n\n\nHat\n\n\n\n\nWhat we’ll provide:\n\n\n\n\nSmoko (please let me know if you have dietary requirements)\n\n\n\nGreat location to give us a chance to chat about what’s happening with the WiA in 2026.\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss out on all the fun and knowledge packed into this WiA Soil Smart Workshop!Read more
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/wia-soil-smart-workshop-testing-and-understanding-your-soil-marian-qld/
CATEGORIES:QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260130T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260108T225357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T031021Z
UID:11021-1769767200-1769774400@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:ECO WORKSHOP – Composting 101\, Ingleside
DESCRIPTION:Kimbriki Eco House & Garden 1 Kimbriki Road (off Mona Vale Road)\, Ingleside \n\n\n\nEverything you could possibly want to know about how to successfully run a compost system. Composting is a great alternative…
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/eco-workshop-composting-101-ingleside/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260130T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260113T103458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T103755Z
UID:11415-1769760000-1769792400@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:BSC - Backyard Composting & Worm Farming Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Mandurama Public Hall Mandurama\, NSW \n\n\n\nFriday\, Jan 30 from 10:30 am to 11:45 am AEDT
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/bsc-backyard-composting-worm-farming-workshop/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260128T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260120T072619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T072624Z
UID:11764-1769608800-1769612400@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:Garden on the Verge: Author Talk with Gayle Dallaston
DESCRIPTION:Varge gardens – or nature strips – are a simple yet powerful tool for cooler streets\, neighbourly connection and everyday climate action.I’m hosting an author talk + mini‑workshop with Gayle Dallaston (Garden on the Verge: A New Approach / Shady Lanes) to explore a big question:Can verge gardens really change the world – or at least our streets?We’ll unpack what a verge is\, who uses it\, and how a thin strip of ground can touch urban heat\, walkability\, loneliness and habitat.​If you’re looking for a tangible way to act on climate close to home\, you’re very welcome.🔗 More details and RSVP via the event page.
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/garden-on-the-verge-author-talk-with-gayle-dallaston/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260123T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260123T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260108T120400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T031042Z
UID:10965-1769164200-1769171400@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:Connecting Generations through Nature\, Stories & Creativity\, Tarneit Community Learning Centre
DESCRIPTION:Step into a magical outdoor experience where nature\, stories\, and creativity come alive! \n\n\n\nThis joyful\, hands-on workshop invites children and their grown-ups to connect through storytelling\, soil\, and seeds\, all set in the beautiful Tarneit Community Garden. \n\n\n\nLed by author and wellness educator Kerry Castree\, the session features an interactive reading of her bestselling book Will and the Magical Sunflower\, followed by playful garden activities designed to spark curiosity and build connection. \n\n\n\n🌱 What’s Included: \n\n\n\n\n📖 Storytime with props and visuals from Will and the Magical Sunflower\n\n\n\n🪱 Worm discovery and compost exploration\n\n\n\n🎨 Creative colouring\, courage worm\, and seed planting\n\n\n\n🌼 Seed harvesting for the Community Seed Library\n\n\n\n🎁 Take-home sunflower seeds + a rubber courage worm\n\n\n\n\nThis is a nature-based\, screen-free\, soul-filling session that inspires confidence\, curiosity\, and calm\, perfect for primary-aged children and their parents\, carers\, or grandparents. \n\n\n\n👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Note: Children must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nhttps://events.humanitix.com/connecting-generations-through-nature-stories-and-creativity?_gl=112y6l15_gcl_auMTQ2MzQ5MzI0NS4xNzY0MjI2ODM3_gaMTc5MzM5NTE0OC4xNzU1MTQ1NzM1_ga_LHKW5FR9N6*czE3NjcxNDE2NjEkbzU1JGcxJHQxNzY3MTQyNjcyJGo2MCRsMCRoMA \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://events.humanitix.com/connecting-generations-through-nature-stories-and-creativity?_gl=112y6l15_gcl_auMTQ2MzQ5MzI0NS4xNzY0MjI2ODM3_gaMTc5MzM5NTE0OC4xNzU1MTQ1NzM1_ga_LHKW5FR9N6*czE3NjcxNDE2NjEkbzU1JGcxJHQxNzY3MTQyNjcyJGo2MCRsMCRoMA
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/connecting-generations-through-nature-stories-creativity-2/
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260122T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260122T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T231312
CREATED:20260113T105714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T112518Z
UID:11427-1769077800-1769085000@www.loccal.org.au
SUMMARY:Making Compost - Peron\, WA
DESCRIPTION:Rockingham Regional Environment Centre – Naragebup49 Safety Bay Road \, Peron Western Australia 6168
URL:https://www.loccal.org.au/event/making-compost-peron-wa/
CATEGORIES:WA
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