June 8 to October 7, 2013

The Australian Museum is again playing host to the Wildlife Photographer of The Year exhibition, a four month show featuring the world's the finest wildlife photography. The exhibition includes beautiful, carefully chosen images ranging from landscapes and plant life to captivating animals, which were selected from almost 50,000 entries in the international competition. If you are interested in photography, or simply appreciate the awe-inspiring beauty of nature, this event is for you.
Where: The Australian Museum, 6 College St Sydney, NSW.
When: June 8 to October 7, 2013.
Cost: Adult- $17 ($5 for members); Concession- $12; Child- $9 ($3 for members); Extra child- $6; Family (2 adults and 2 children)- $43 (or $13 for members); Family (1 adult and 2 children)- $26 (or $8 for members).
For more information about the exhibition visit the Australian Museum website at www.australianmuseum.net.au.

Entries open April until 4 June, 2013
An idea can change the world, so what will you do today, for tomorrow? G Adventures and the Planeterra Foundation are offering you the chance to make your world a little more perfect. The G Project is really simple: You submit ideas, the community votes on them, and the idea judged to have the most impact and greatest chance of success will be brought to life. If your idea makes the cut, you’ll join three others on an all-expenses-paid trip to Costa Rica to attend the inaugural Summit in the Jungle, where you’ll have a chance to hone your pitch before presenting it to a panel of experts, including G Adventures founder Bruce Poon Tip. Together, they’ll choose the boldest idea with the greatest potential and bring it to life with $25,000 in funding.

Entries close: Tuesday 4 June, 2013.
Click here for more information.

Wednesday 13 March - Wednesday 19 June, 2013
Rita Balshaw, the store manager at Perfect Potion's Bondi branch, is running workshops suitable for anyone who is interested in holistic living. Rita, who is celebrating the release of her book Hippies in the City will be traveling to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane to run workshops on aromatherapy, healthy cooking and DIY skincare.

Where: Brisbane (Albert St shop), Melbourne (Melbourne Central shop), Sydney (Bondi shop)
When: Wed 13 March - Wed 19 June
Cost: $40 per workshop, or attend all three in the area for $100

Click here for more information.

Saturday May 25, 2013
Learn everything you need to know about biodynamics at Krinklewood's 7th annual biodynamic workshop, which will be led by experts Hamish Mackay and John Priestly. Participants will learn all the ins and outs of biodynamics, including compost making, mid-row cover crops and nurturing the soil. Krinklewood, which has been fully certified Biodynamic since 2007, is a family owned boutique vineyard situated in the picturesque hunter valley and is the perfect venue for an experience like this.

Where: Krinklewood Biodynamic Vineyard, Hunter Valley, NSW.
When: 9am-5pm, May 25, 2013.
Cost: $135 per person or $210 per couple (incl GST).
Click here for more information and bookings.

May 25, 2013

If you are concerned about the potential negative effects of genetically modified food on our bodies and the environment, then hop along to your nearest city centre on 25 May and march against Monsanto, the poster-corporation of GM food. The march is part of a worldwide protest against the possible harmful effects of the industry, including ecological contamination, decreased biodiversity and human health risks - not to mention big business creating monopolies and capitalising on our food production. Protests are to be held in the major city centres of most Australian states, corresponding with similar movements globally.

When: 25 May, 2013.
Where: Everywhere! Events in Australia include:
New South Wales: 12pm @ Archibald Fountain, Hyde Park, Sydney.
Queensland: 2pm @ King George Square, Brisbane.
South Australia: 11am @ Parliament House, Adelaide.
Tasmania: 2pm @ Parliament Lawns, Hobart.
Victoria: 2pm @ State Library of Victoria, Melbourne.
Western Australia: 2pm @ Parliament House (steps), Perth.
To see the full list of events (or create your own), click here.

May 21, 2013

How would you like to improve the quality of your soil and the yield of your veggie patch, while also reducing kitchen waste? With the help of some wriggly little friends, all of this is possible! The Canberra Environment Centre is running a practical workshop teaching people how to build a worm tower in their own backyards, as part of the Sustain Ability Workshop series- an initiative engaging local presenters to share their wisdom and skills with the wider community. Come along and learn how to create what would be a beneficial addition to any garden garden, out of materials that you probably already have at home.

Where: Canberra Environment Centre, corner of Lennox Crossing and Lawson Crescent, Canberra.
When: 6pm-7pm, Tuesday, May 21, 2013.
Cost: $15 (or $10 for Carbon Challenge participants).
Places are limited. To book, call 6248 0885 or email at workshops@ecoaction.com.au.

23 - 24 May 2013
The Australian Solar Council and Australian PV Solar Energy Exhibition are presenting the 2013 Solar Conference & Exhibition, an event that will display the latest developments in solar technology from innovators and industry experts. With over 100 exhibitors, there will be live demonstrations, expert advice and insights from industry leaders that will allow you to evaluate the latest in renewable energy technologies. And best of all, it's free!

Where: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, Vic.
When: 23 May - 24 May, 2013.
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4 - 19 May, 2013
See the best fairly-traded products in the country showcased in this inaugural event in Melbourne. Part of this celebration also includes the World Fair Trade Day on Saturday 11 May. Immerse yourself in the Power of the Social Flower exhibit. Treat your mum to a very special Fair Trade Mother's Day High Tea on Sun 12 May to help raise funds for a women shelter in Nepal. don't miss the Fair Trade Markets at The Atrium in Federation Square on Sun 5 May, which will be buzzing with activities, lots of sampling and great shopping and gift ideas.

Where: Melbourne, Victoria.
When: 4 - 19 May, 2013.
Click here for more information.