Do you struggle with soil compaction? In cities where space is limited and gardening conditions are often less than ideal, compacted soil can become a significant barrier to growing healthy, thriving plants and to the health of our environment. Soil compaction can be a problem lurking in your garden, quietly affecting plant health, water retention, […]
What do microbes and minerals have in common? More than you might think! Beneath the surface of your garden lies an invisible world of tiny organisms and essential nutrients, all working together to create the perfect conditions for healthy, nutrient-packed food. In this one hour Master Class, taken by Donna Livermore, we’ll unlock the secrets […]
Event description Ok you've grown a few things, you're composting, you're doing great and ready to extend your learning! Now is the perfect time to step things up a notch. Join us along with Maria from My Green Garden to learn some techniques beyond the basics of vegetable growing. We are going to cover soil rejuvenation, crop […]
Edible Gardening Workshop at Newbury Child & Community Centre Winter veggie and herb gardening workshop Join Jo Burton from Hume City Council's Sustainability Engagement team to prepare the raised garden beds at Newbury Child & Community Centre for winter planting. This workshop covers; soil preparation when, what and how to plant in Winter for edible […]
The Sunbury Community Garden Members Working Bees will take place on the following dates, is also a great opportunity for garden tours. Saturday, 14 June 2025 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sunday, 10 August 2025 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Saturday, 11 October 2025 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
What can I bring to tree mulching days? Clean, freshly cut, tree branches will be accepted for mulching. A maximum of four cubic metres of accepted material applies, per household, per mulching day. You will need to bring proof of Hume residency, such as your rates notice or drivers licence, to participate in the service. What […]
Learn how to make small changes at home to help save on the rising cost of living and support a more sustainable lifestyle. Are you struggling with the rising cost of living? Would you like to learn how to save money by using resources more efficiently? Do you enjoy taking action to help protect the […]
Come help restore a native grassland nature conservation reserve and see a native wildlife show at Sustainable Park, Craigieburn. You are invited to a free community planting event to help plant grasses and wildflowers into the nature conservation reserve at Sustainable Park. Bring your family along as there is a great playground there, and WildlifeXposure will have […]
Community Organising 101 - learn how to get your community or likeminded people to support the environmental changes you would like to see. This Masterclass session will be the forth in a series of eight. A schedule of dates and topics for the masterclass sessions can be found on the Hume City Council website. The Enviro Champions masterclass […]
Join us for the Nuclear Free Collective's monthly in-person ACTION meeting Next all-in coworking for anti-nukes work Sunday June 22, 9am-12pm. At the Catalyst Cafe. 146 Sydney rd, Coburg. There's lots of stuff happening, this is an opportunity to hear from different working groups and get involved. Announcements/updates at 10am, other time just working alongside […]