Learn how to crochet your own dish cloth and reduce plastic use in the kitchen.Most dish cloths are made from plastic, so you’ll want to ditch them if you want to reduce plastic use in the kitchen during Plastic Free July. In this free hands-on workshop you’ll learn simple crochet stitches to create your own […]
A free webinar to help you transition from gas to an all-electric homeWould you like to replace your gas cooker or heater but not sure how to transition to an all-electric home?At this free webinar run by Inner West Council and the Australian Energy Foundation participants will learn: the economic and environmental benefits of switching […]
Learn to compost and worm farm at this introductory webinarComposting and worm farming are an easy and important step towards becoming a zero waste community, and to improving your gardening by enriching your soil.Choosing the right system is the first step to successfully reducing your household waste. In this online workshop we'll explore the differences […]
A free webinar for Inner West strata about solar and what will work best for your apartment building or townhouseTraditionally apartments have had a lower uptake of solar at 0.6%, compared to 22% of residential houses. The challenge has been for owners in strata schemes to identify the best model for solar on their building […]
Do you ever wonder what wild foods might be up for the picking in your garden?You will never look at weeds in the same way again after taking part in this free talk. Wild food expert Diego Bonetto will discuss common edible and medicinal plants that surround us all. Diego will give insights into the […]
A free webinar on how to be fashionably stylish while reducing waste and other environmental impactsDo you love fashion and hate waste? Are you looking for creative ways to reduce the amount of new clothes you buy and your reliance on fast fashion? If you answered yes to these questions, then this free webinar is […]
This one hour online workshop will explore the importance of insects in our urban environment and how to create a haven for them.How much do you know about the important jobs of insects? Australia has an amazing array of native insects , including bees, hover flies, butterflies, beetles, and so many amazing spiders. These creatures […]
This one hour online workshop will cover the basics of avoiding food waste including planning, portioning, storage and recipe ideas.Join Inner West Council staff to discuss how to change your kitchen habits to save you money and time while reducing waste.Cooking and sustainability experts Seed2Soul will join us for recipe ideas and an in-depth discussion […]
Explore the importance of native Australian bees in our urban environment and how to create a backyard haven for them.This online talk will discuss our amazing native bees - we'll cover the identification of different species, their habitat and behaviours. Our native bees are often stingless and solitary. Others are social and you can set […]
Learn to compost and worm farm at this introductory workshopComposting and worm farming are an easy and important step towards becoming a zero waste community, and to improving your gardening by enriching your soil.Choosing the right system is the first step to successfully reducing your household waste. In this workshop we'll explore the differences and […]
Join youth and seniors as they discuss their experiences of addressing climate change in the local community.Climate Change is with us and both seniors and youth are key groups leading the way in how to approach this environmental crisis. Join community members who are taking action on a local and national level and hear about […]
Learn how to reduce food waste in your kitchen with tips and recipes for busy parents.Food waste makes up 37% of the average garbage bin in the Inner West Council area. Learn how to avoid food waste at this waste-free cooking demonstration. Parenthood can be extremely busy, and leftovers are commonly forgotten. We'll show you […]
To celebrate International Women’s Day (8 March) we're offering a free bike maintenance workshop for people who identify as women.Please note: we have changed the date from Wednesday 9 March to Wednesday 30 March due to the wet weather conditions.Would you like to know how to fix a puncture and keep your bike in good […]
Reconnect with the environment and learn how to propagate plants for free.Join Green Living Staff who will reconnect you with the old age skill of propagating. The Green Living Centre’s sustainability educator and trained horticulturist Emma Daniell will step you through how to grow new plants successfully from seeds and cuttings. Bring with you: sun […]
Have fun upcycling and restyling your own clothes at this free workshop for young people.Do you have clothes in your wardrobe that you love but never wear because they don’t quite fit, are torn or need some extra sparkle? Never fear, help is at hand at our free mending and upcycling workshop. Our fashion experts […]