Environment Events in Canberra

This Cultural Heritage walk supports the importance of reconciliation to environmental educators. 50% reduced tour price. Join or renew here. (redirects to https://www.aaee.org.au) Following the tracks and service trails of Black Mountain, Ngunawal Traditional Custodian, Tyronne Bell, will interpret the mountain’s changing landscape since ancient times. Discussion will focus on Aboriginal cultural sites and pathways, bush tucker and other plants, and the freshwater gullies that drain the mountain’s slopes to Sullivan’s Creek. Tour starts at red arrow/pin on this map: https://goo.gl/maps/4V6bFs8mNJMB6FwP8 Photo credit Viv and Max Pearce Lineup More details about Schedule and timing Schedule and timing Participants arrive at Black Mountain – see meeting location below 1:00pm Welcome, introduction & risk assessment 1:10pm Commence walk, stopping at various points of interest along the track/trail 2:50pm Return to starting point. If time allows, opportunity for further discussion 3:00pm Conclude/depart After tour has concluded, participants who are interested in networking with other educators will meet for a coffee at Australian National Botanic Gardens Café. Duration of walk: 1.5 hours approx. Degree of difficulty: Easy-moderate. The track has some uneven ground with some steep sections. What to wear/bring: Comfortable, protective clothing (a light waterproof jacket in case of rain); sturdy enclosed walking shoes; hat & sunscreen; bottled water; a snack; camera. Location: Tyronne will meet us at the top of Telstra Tower/Black Mountain to commence the tour (there is ample car/bus parking here). The tour start and finish location is marked with a red pointer in link here https://goo.gl/maps/4V6bFs8mNJMB6FwP8. "Canberra Tracks - Black Mountain Summit" Please note: the walk will go ahead in light rain. In the event of heavy rain or strong wind we will need to reschedule for safety reasons. Should it be raining on the morning of the walk we will be in contact - please ensure we have a current mobile number. PLEASE BE MINDFUL OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITY IN OUR SHARED SPACES:

How do we turn the Farm’s green waste into microbial gold? Please join us for this free, practical and hands-on workshop on how to make hot compost using our mini-Indore method. It’s a pretty simple recipe that allows us to: process all our end-of-growing-season organic matter (plus weeds) join the circular economy and regenerate our soil. Plus we’ll also be demonstrating microbiological brewing and making biochar.

Wondering what's the best thing to do with your kitchen scraps? Tried composting but it was too [insert your own compost story here]? What's the big deal about compost anyway? Join Frank Jones of Praxis Farms for an overview of how composting works, why gardeners love compost and why it's so good for the planet. Plus an overview of various composting methods suited to the home-scale garden such as barrel bins, bays and bokashi. With time for troubleshooting and a relaxed Q and A.

Come together with Canberra’s owners corporation community and industry experts to unpack the Sustainable Apartments Pilot findings and shape next steps.

The premiere screening of "On the Edge" a film from Trent Houssenloge of Cowboy Hat Films in collaboration with the Conservation Council ACT Region.

Join us for an evening of robust discussion from Canberra architects and industry professionals who are featuring projects in Sustainable House Day 2026.

A low-pressure outdoor walk along Lake Burley Griffin at a quiet, relaxed pace. Come along and move at whatever speed works for you. You're welcome to walk quietly, chat, or just be nearby. No pressure to socialise any particular way.

Michael Mulvaney - Red Hill Regenerators