Author Archives: Transition Town Guildford

FREE Earth Carers training course

Practical ways to reduce waste…

If you’ve ever wondered about how your waste is managed and what you can do to reduce the amount of rubbish and food scraps you create, then this course is for you!

The free Earth Carers training course is conducted throughout Perth’s Eastern Region. The course consists of five sessions over two weeks, and includes; guided tours, making your own green cleaning products, composting and worm farming demonstrations, learn what can go into the recycling bin and tips to encourage others to reduce waste.

Be prepared to be shocked, fascinated, frustrated and inspired!

Course begins Wednesday 13 July

For further information, please contact Tania Wells, EMRC Waste Education Coordinator: (08) 9424 2256 or tania.wells@emrc.org.au

Debunking the Myths

Ever had to talk to somebody who denies the existence of climate change, or doesn’t believe that it is caused by humans, but weren’t sure what to say? This article from this month’s New Internationalist magazine gives some useful tips for tackling climate change denial head-on.

Switching Off Denial

Clean Up Australia Day

Guildford Clean Up Day

There’s a lot of rubbish under the Helena River bridge, along the bank and up to the Primary School. Please come down and help us tidy up this spot for as much time as you can spare.
Details below and see here: http://www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au/Helena+River+bridge

Don’t forget to wear enclosed shoes and bring a hat, drinking water, gloves and a rubbish bag if possible.

Please note the time has been pushed back to a 9am start, as it will not be very hot on Sunday.
Meeting Point: Meet at Guildford Primary School. Intersection of Great Eastern Hwy/Johnson street and Helena Street. Opposition corner to Peak petrol station.

Date: March 6th 2011

Start time: 9:00 AM

End time: 10:30 AM