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Green Thymes
You can read about local events, projects, workshops, grants and articles that have a sustainability or environmental flavour.
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The Economics of Happiness
The Economics of Happiness describes a world moving simultaneously in two opposing directions. On the one hand, government and big business continue to promote globalisation and the consolidation of corporate power. At the same time, all around the world people are resisting those policies, demanding a re-regulation of trade and finance-and, far from the old institutions of power, they're starting to forge a very different future. Communities are coming together to re-build more human scale, ecological economies based on a new paradigm - an economics of
localisation.
The Economics of Happiness restores our faith in humanity and challenges us to believe that it is possible to build a better world.
Engage in lively discussion after the movie to share your impressions of the movie and thoughts on how we as a community could move forward.
Shared SOUP night
We thought it might be nice to share a mug of soup before the movie. We are looking for people interested in making some soup or bread to share amongst us. If you would like to contribute soup or bread, please contact Jess Mitchell on [email protected] or call 8375 6840.
When:
Soup - from 6:45pm
Movie - starts just after 7pm
Wednesday 7 June
Where:
Marion Cultural Centre
Oaklands Park
Cost
FREE!
Food and drink
Tea and coffee will be available - free of charge
RSVP
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Natural Burials - returning to the earth naturally
Did you miss our last Common Thread session on Natural Burials?
Robert Pitt, CEO of Adelaide Cemeteries Authority, provided a very informative and engaging session on Natural Burials and much more!
The audience really appreciated his open and sensitive manner and willingness to answer any questions.
Robert would like to open up the conversation about death, dying, funerals, etc and is offering to come talk to groups of people. Maybe you have a community group who would be interested in hearing more?
See below for the presentation.
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E- Waste Recycling @ Bunnings Marion
Unplug N' Drop is a new initiative to provide convenient hubs for recycling electrical waste items in many areas of Adelaide. Anything that has a power cord or uses a battery is considered e-waste and has many recoverable resources in its components. A new Unplug N' Drop hub has arrived locally at Bunnings Marion for FREE e-waste recycling. The cage is located just inside the southern entrance to the store as pictured. This new initiative of Minda Inc. helps to support workers with disabilities and protect the environment. All items are recycled at their warehouse in Underdale. Find other drop-off locations on their website https://www.electronicrecyclingaustralia.com.au/
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Saving a little fan flowered native
The City of Marion is home to possibly the last population of Bundled Fanflower (Scaevola linearis subsp confertifolia) in the Mount Lofty Ranges.
This species that is found in drier mallee habitats is reasonably common in some areas out on the plains near Strathalbyn, however it is thought that the species is possibly extinct in the Mount Lofty Ranges.
A small population of less than ten plants is tucked away at Hallett Headland reserve
This year we worked with Trees For Life to secure this population for future replanting, Trees For Life have taken five cuttings which they have been growing in their nursery at Brooklyn Park. These plants are to be used as parent plants for further cuttings with the aim of supplying over 100 plants in the next three years to replant in areas of the Hallett Headland.
The joint initiative is a fantastic conservation project that will hopefully secure the Bundled Fanflower in the Mount Lofty Ranges for many years to come.
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FREE Kaurna language, art and family events
Come along to the Living Kaurna Centre for great array of interesting events from 12 May - 29 May.
Events include:
- Sit down with the Southern Elders and learn to weave as the indigenous people do.
- View the 'Let's take the next steps' art exhibition
- Discover the environment, history, bush tucker and music that is local to Warriparinga.
- Learn the basics of Kaurna language
- Black
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Grow FREE - sharing produce across Adelaide
Grow FREE is a new initiative where carts of FREE food/produce are shared amongst the community. Carts can be found at shops or in people's front yards and people are welcome to come and grab something from it that they need. They are also welcome to donate food/produce that they have in excess.
Below is little bit about Grow FREE, in their own words from their Facebook page:
Do you believe our food should be free, organic and locally grown? Come and join a group of people working together to make life for future generations full of good health and abundance. We have unwittingly disconnected from the most important aspect of living - our food, and our disconnection from our food has created an underlying and pervasive sickness in the community.
Currently our "food" is sprayed with poisonous chemicals, grown in depleted soil, transported huge distances, altered or gassed for longevity, processed beyond recognition, has ingredients we can't pronounce, wrapped in plastic and expensive.
When it could and should be grown in vigorous soil, grown locally, picked recently, be clear of chemicals and toxins and FREE!
Currently, there is one cart in City of Marion at Trott Park. If you are interested in starting one in your local area - hop on to the Grow FREE facebook page to find out more.
P.S. A big thanks to the community member that drew my attention to this initiative. If you ever see or hear something you like that sounds interesting and is to do with sustainability - I would love to hear about it! Just send me an email.
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Yo
uth Grants
Got a great idea for a greener, more sustainable local community that involves engaging young people?
Maybe your group wants to run series of events or workshops to attract younger people to join your group or learn more about the issues you are passionate about?
If you have ideas but not sure if they fit the brief or how to make them happen, come and have a chat to us. We would love to hear from you!
The City of Marion has grants opportunities ranging from $500 - $40,000.
For more information on eligibility criteria and how to apply, visit the
Youth Grants page on the City of Marion website.
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Kefir and Kombucha workshop
 For those of you who missed our Sustainable Living Super Session in March, you can find Sam Ryan running a Kefir and Kombucha: fermented goodness workshop at the Joinery on 20 June.
Included in the workshop are tips on how to get started making your own, kefir and kombucha tastings, and all participants will receive some kefir grains and kombucha SCOBY to take home. $10 per person.
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FREE online Science of gardening course
Want to learn more about gardening? Learn the technical basics to make your thumbs greener!
Science of Gardening is for everyone, from avid green-thumbs with a lifetime of experience to those planting their first seedling.
You'll learn the science behind traditional and modern gardening techniques, and this will change the way you see your plants, and change the way you garden.
Important and interesting questions for gardeners include: Why are plants arranged into families, and what features do they share? What are plants made of, and how do they grow? Why does soil type and nutrient availability affect plant health? How do seeds know when to germinate, and how does the environment shape the way plants grow? What determines when plants flower and set seed?
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How would you prioritise our 10 year goals?
The City of Marion has recently revised its Strategic plan 2017-2027 which sets out our goals and strategies over the next 10 years.
We want to hear from you about how you prioritise the 10 year goals and get your feedback on the strategies.
Our Annual Business Plan demonstrates our spending over the next financial year and we want to consult with you on the Plan.
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More workshops, events and courses!
Visit
The Joinery website for a host of other exciting sustainability events.
Based in the City, The Joinery, is a hive of inspiring community activity
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