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Alternative Technology Association
(ATA)Alternative Technology Association (ATA) is a consumer organisation established in 1980. ATA advocates
on behalf of its members who are building their own sustainable homes and who benefit from the experience of others
in the ATA network. ATA publishes ReNew magazine which is read by 40,000 people across Australia. If you don't want
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email Australian & New Zealand Solar Energy Society
- International Solar Energy Society Australian NZ Section Promotion
Office. Scientific, social & economic development through the environmentally
sound utilisation of solar energy. Investigation into the operation and
development of solar energy applications and potential applications. The
development of viable solar energy industries in Australasia. The generation
and dissemination of information on current and future solar energy developments
to members and potential members. Influence on government policies which
may impact upon the present and future development of solar energy applications.
Visit: Aussie Recycling Program
Recycling of mobile phones and batteries - see info at The Australia Institute is an independent public policy research centre funded
by grants from philanthropic trusts, memberships and commissioned research.
Australian Agriculture and Resource Policy Studies website - Provides links to a wide range of (mainly Australian) sites relevant to government decision making for natural resources, the environment and agriculture. See - http://www.library.usyd.edu.au/subjects/agriculture/agres.html Australian Conservation
Foundation - Australia's leading non-government, non-profit
environment organisation, whose vision is for long-term reform, for
accountable and ecologically sound management of Australia's
cities, industries and natural heritage. See - Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) is a national, non-profit
organisation whose mission is to protect the health and vitality of Australia's coasts and seas. AMCS provides
leadership on a wide range of marine issues throughout Australia including marine parks, fisheries, threatened
species and land-based pollution. The marine environment is under threat and needs our help. Widespread coral
bleaching, declining water quality, the presence of introduced marine pests, struggling fisheries and species
declines are symptoms of a system under too much stress. Visit: Australian Natural Resources
Atlas - A web-based community interface to information
prepared by the National Land and Water Resources Audit. It
provides access to an extensive range of information about
Australia’s natural resources including: water, land, people,
rangelands, agriculture, costs, biodiversity and vegetation. See -
Australian National Water Trading System
- Water Trading made easy! All you need to know is how much water you want to
buy or sell and waterfind does the rest.
Visit The Australian Online Farmers
Market website is all about the promotion of local food.
Your choice to buy locally also means you are contributing to
strengthening your regional economy, supporting your local family
farm, preserving the local landscape and fostering a sense of
community. Membership to this website if free! Australian Public Environmental Reporting Website - Offers a library of electronically available Australian Public Environmental Reports, with links to company sites, publications, tools and other resources. See - http://www.environment.gov.au/per/index.php The Australian Rainforest Conservation Society, founded in 1982, is a national,
non-government organisation with headquarters in Brisbane. Its goal, through research, lobbying, public education
and grass-roots support, is to protect, repair and restore the rainforests of Australia and to maximise the
protection of forest biodiversity. Visit  Back to top of page
Barton GroupTHE BARTON GROUP is an alliance of industry CEOs to oversight strategy
development and program management of those actions that are the responsibility of Industry in the Environment Industry
Action Agenda (EIAA). The EIAA is a joint initiative of the Environment Management Industry and the Commonwealth Government,
launched in September 2001, with the vision: "to add value to all Australian business by enabling competitive
environmental outcomes and in the process build an environment industry with annual sales exceeding $40 billion by 2011".
Beverage Industry Environment Council (BIEC) has a national approach to litter prevention,
increased recycling rates and the delivery of a broad range of other environmentally desirable outcomes. Importantly, BIEC
works in partnership with key stakeholders in different localities to ensure successful outcomes. see -
The Big Scrub Environment Centre Of the Earth's creatures, frogs are amongst the
most susceptible to changes in their habitat and to the degradation of the environment. Help Us to Survive by Helping
the Earth to Survive. Visit Birds Australia - Began life
as the Royal Australasian Ornithologists Union (RAOU) in 1901. We
thought that title was a bit of a mouthful, so now we call
ourselves Birds Australia. BA is dedicated to the conservation,
study and enjoyment of Australia's native birds and their habitats.
See - Birds Australia and the Australian Museum are pleased to announce the launch of the Birds in Backyards website The site is designed to link old and new bird lovers alike into the magic of Australian birds. An initiative of the Sydney-based Birds in Backyards program, the site is focused on urban birds, habitats and conservation issues and is relevant for the 85% of Australians who live in urban areas. Special Features include:
www.birdsinbackyards.net
Bird Observers Club of
Australia - Is an independent, non-profit association, which
relies on subscriptions, donations, hundreds of volunteers and a
small team of dedicated staff. See - Brisbane Forest Park is 28,500 hectares of superb bushland comprised of national parks,
state forests and council reserves. The land of Brisbane Forest Park is managed by the Environmental Protection Agency (Queensland
Parks and Wildlife Service) and Brisbane City Council. The park's headquarters includes an information centre, a unique wildlife
display, a superb restaurant and function centre in a bush setting, and a bush crafts & souvenirs shop. The park facilitates
picnicking, sightseeing, camping, bushwalking, bird-watching, horse-riding and cycling, and is open every day of the year.
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Cansmart
For more information about what steel packaging items you can recycle or to find out
whether your council collects steel cans please call the Cansmart Team on 1800 073 713
or visit the website at Caring for Australia's Wetlands - WCA is a not-for-profit organisation that aims to add value to Australia's wetland community and environment by building the knowledge and science of wetland repair through active wetland repair projects in regional Australia. The objective of our website is to connect this knowledge, and to facilitate action in wetland local communities of repairing Australia's wetlands. Visit Catholic Earthcare Australia is an ecological agency. Its mission is to help promote
understanding among people that creation is sacred and endangered, and that the natural world needs protection and preservation for
present and future generations yet unborn.
The Centre for Design - sustainability, research, solutions
- Our mission is to conduct an integrated program of interdisciplinary research,
consulting & professional development to promote and demonstrate the role of design
and innovation in achieving an environmentally sustainable future for Australia.
Cities for Climate Protection TM
Australia - is a program by the Australian Government to
reduce gas emissions to 8% above 1990 levels by 2010. It is funded
with a $13 million over 5 year commitment. It is being delivered
with the collaboration with the Australian Greenhouse Office (AGO)
and the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives
(ICLEI). The incentive is to work with local government, industry
and the community to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. As at
September 2003 there were 176 local governments, representing over
71% of Australia's population, that are committed to achieving
sustainable, long-term reductions in their greenhouse gas emissions
through their participation in CCPTM Australia. Clean Up Australia - The nation's largest community environmental organisation. See - http://www.cleanup.com.au/ Coastcare - A national program
that encourages community involvement in the protection, management
and rehabilitation of our coastal and marine environments. The
program assists local communities to form partnerships with local
land managers to undertake projects that aim to improve and protect
our coastal and marine habitats. See - Conservation Volunteers Australia (CVA) is one of Australia's leading practical conservation
organisation's with more than 2000 conservation projects across the country each year.
Visit Crystal Waters A socially and environmentally responsible, economically viable rural
subdivision north of Brisbane (Australia), Crystal Waters was designed by Max Lindegger, Robert Tap, Barry Goodman and Geoff
Young, and established in 1987. It received the 1996 World Habitat Award (assessed by Dr Wally N'Dow) for its "pioneering
work in demonstrating new ways of low impact, sustainable living".
Visit CSIRO Enquiries provides a range of services for teachers and students which can be
tailored for different levels. Student Education Resource Units covering topics such as Biotechnology, Care of the Land, Energy,
Food Science, Greenhouse and Pollution and Waste Management, are available online free of charge.
CSIRO Publishing - Operates as
an independent science and technology publisher with a global
reputation for quality products and services. The internationally
recognised publishing program covers a wide range of scientific
disciplines including agriculture, forestry, plant and animal
sciences, and environmental management. See - Back to top of page
Downshifting Downunder - Aim: To catalyze and co-ordinate a downshifting
movement in Australia that will significantly impact sustainability and social capital as measured by increasing
Genuine Progress Indicator (GPI).
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Earth Day Network Founded by the organizers of the first Earth Day in 1970,
Earth Day Network (EDN) promotes environmental citizenship and year round progressive action worldwide. Our mission
is to build broad-based citizen support for sound, workable and effective environmental and sustainable development
policies for all. Visit EarthTrends The Environmental Information Portal from the World Resources Institute.
Visit (The) Earth Charter -
Initiative seeks to establish a sound ethical foundation for the
emerging global society and to help build a sustainable world based
on respect for nature, universal human rights, economic justice and
a culture of peace. See - Earthlink (formerly known as the Green Pages) - is a portal directory for supporters of buying green earth friendly products. This site promotes businesses that produce products that have a positive environmental influence. They encourage both environmental and humanitarian groups to use this site to form a cooperative foundation for information sharing. http://www.earthlink.org.au Earthrights Environmental
Directory See - Earthwatch Australia -
Provides a range of publications including 'Business and
Biodiversity' which is of particular relevance as to how the
corporate sector can play its part in conserving our biodiversity.
See - Eco Show Australia is a national environmentally focused trade show &
consumer exhibition. This inaugural event is to be held in Sydney between the 9th - 11th of June 2006 and is
positioned to follow on from the celebrations of World Environment Day on the 5th of June and World Oceans Day on
the 8th of June.
Ecological Footprint Network
is a Network of Organizations, Government Bodies, researchers, and
practitioners, transforming the Ecological Footprint into a vocal
and rigorous measure of our demand on nature. EcoSTEPS is a multi-disciplinary consultancy providing specialised services to people in
organisations seeking to operate and interact in ways that contribute to a sustainable world. We provide support and advice
to a broad range of organisations across all sectors of society. We have incorporated global best practice and thinking into
our methodologies and tools. Our services will be of benefit to any organisation wishing to take practical action steps towards
triple bottom line sustainability. Visit Eco Voice - Australia's Leading Environmental Newspaper.
To subscribe to Eco-Voice phone 08 8338 0033 or visit Ecowise Environmental Pty. Ltd.
provides a wide range of environmental monitoring and analyses with specific expertise
in water and wastewater analysis to support management decisions.
Visit Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand, South East Queensland Division
Welcome to the home of the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand, South East Queensland Division (EIANZ-SEQ).
The EIANZ is a representative professional organisation specifically formed to meet the needs of environmental
practitioners and present a professional view on environmental issues in public forums. Established in 1987,
the EIANZ is genuinely multi-disciplinary in its focus and membership.
eMagazine Now in its 15th year,
E/The Environmental Magazine is a bimonthly "clearinghouse" of information, news
and resources for people concerned about the environment who want to know "What can I do?"
to make a difference. A 10-time Independent Press Awards winner and nominee, E is chock
full of everything environmental -- from recycling to rainforests, and from the global
village to our own backyards. Environment Business Australia is the peak
body representing and helping organisations in the business of providing goods,
systems, services, technologies, infrastructure, financing, research and development,
and education that improve environmental outcomes.
Visit Environment Education Association
(EEA) - Is a not-for-profit organisation committed to
promoting the awareness of, and concern for, the total health of
our planet and its people. The EEA provides access to information,
resources, contacts, teacher education packs and more. Teachers,
students, community groups and individuals are welcome to access
the information and contacts available through the EEA resource
department.
The Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand, South East Queensland Division (EIANZ-SEQ) is a non-profit, non-political, independent professional association. Our organisation serves the needs of practitioners as specialists and as contributors within the broadest sphere of environment. It also caters for the particular needs of individuals seeking to enter the environmental profession. The EIANZ differs from other professional institutes and associations in that it relates to practitioners from every sector and training discipline, (scientists, planners, engineers, educators, architects, lawyers, landscape architects, foresters, and many others), with the range of disciplines being an essential factor in most spheres of endeavour relating to environmental practice. EIANZ-SEQ has an active professional development program featuring a variety of Environmental Topics. These range from small information sessions to large full day forums.
Environmental advocacy occurs
in the space between community values and institutionalised
environmental management. It describes the social action that
occurs when community members perceive and are compelled by a
tension between desired and actual environmental management. Environmental Leadership
- Dedicated to improving our community by providing environmental information and education.
Visit Environment Online - This innovative and exciting new website is the initiative of about 20 of the major environmental advocacy organisations in the Australian environment movement. These groups together constitute a Forum known as the Mittagong Forum. Visit Ethical Business Network -
Visit Ezynappy reusable, shaped cloth nappy, fast
drying, stain resistant, designed to be outgrown, not outworn, ezy on
the wallet, ezy on the planet, visit Back to top of page
Food Connect Putting the Culture back into Agriculture
Food Irradiation Watch (FI Watch) is a Brisbane based network working to raise
awareness of the public health risks of food irradiation. Our focus is to monitor and disseminate information about
the development of the food irradiation industry in Australia.
Visit Flora for Fauna - Is an
initiative of the Nursery & Garden Industry, Australia aimed at
bringing new life to the gardens in our cities, towns and rural
areas. The nurseries and garden centres of Australia want to spread
the message that Flora for Fauna gardens can be a joy to the people
who create them as well as a life saver to the fauna that find
sanctuary there. See - Friends of the Earth inspires solutions to environmental problems which make life
better for people. Visit Frogwatch - Is all about
raising people's awareness levels about the frogs and environmental
concerns and issues associated with frog populations in Australia
and the rest of the world. See - Back to top of page
The GeneEthics Network,
founded in 1988, promotes critical community discussion and debate
on the economic, market, environmental, social and ethical impacts
of genetic engineering (GE) technologies. The Network campaigns for
the precautionary principle to be rigorously applied to all uses of
GE. The Network also promotes community participation in
policy-making processes on: GE regulation, proposed releases of GE
organisms and their products, food labeling, feral animals and weed
control. See Geoscience Australia is Australia's national agency for geoscience research and
geospatial information. It is located within the Industry, Tourism and Resources portfolio. Major initiatives
include: enhanced global attractiveness of Australia's offshore and onshore exploration; improved resource
management and environmental protection; safer communities and transportation.
The Global Learning Centre aims to promote
understanding of people's shared responsibilities for developing more
peaceful, just and ecologically sustainable communities in our world.
Green Business Network
aims to provide clear, concise, accurate, and balanced environmental information,
resources, and learning opportunities to help companies of all sizes and sectors
integrate environmental responsibility into their operations in a manner that
combines ecological sustainability with profitable business practices.
Visit Green Harvest publishes the
Australian Organic Gardening Resources Guide in July each year. The
Guide includes information on Seeds and Plants; Natural Pest
Management; Books; and Tools and Accessories. For enquiries or to
place an order, phone freecall 1800 681 014 or visit their website
at Greenpages Australia
Leading eco directory & magazine of environmentally sustainable products, services, news, events, articles and
guides for your lifestyle and business. Including green power, organic products, monitoring equipement,
foods & beverages, gifts, clothing, children & baby, weddings, building materials, house & home, books and much, much more!.
Greenpeace Australia - An
independent organisation campaigning to ensure a just, peaceful,
sustainable environment for future generations. See - Greenpeace -International environmental activists, particularly
renowned for their anti nuclear shipping and anti whaling stance. Good site with up to date information
on campaigns. Visit Greening Australia - Has
developed 12 new Vegetation fact sheets - topics include native
vegetation, bush regeneration, native plant propagation, monitoring
and evaluation, volunteer monitoring and six Queensland plant
communities ranging from wallum to wetlands. See - Greening Australia (WA) is an independent, non-profit organisation
that works with the community and government to achieve sustainable land use outcomes, primarily through
vegetation management. Visit The Griffith University
EcoCentre’s mission to promote unsustainable ways of
living and working across local and national communities through
the development and delivery of collaborative environmental
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The Housing Industry Association
(HIA) GreenSmart initiative aims to improve environmental
outcomes in the housing industry, including the reduction of
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The Ideas Festival is a four day festival of ideas, innovation and invention,
to be held at South Bank, Brisbane, Australia from 29 March � 2 April 2006.
Indigenous Flora and Fauna
Association - Dedicated to the conservation of the
indigenous Australian biota. Its members are both amateurs and
professional, and come from diverse backgrounds such as botany,
zoology, ecology, horticulture, environmental management and
education. See - Informations for Action - offers a lobbying facility; a database of leaders,
and environmental groups; an environmental quiz with cartoons and animations; articles, music videos, lyrics
and MP3s; a database of chemicals, and their effects, a newsletter. Volunteers are always needed. See -
The International Federation of Environmental Health
With the mission statement 'Caring for the environment in the interests of world health',
the IFEH is an association of national organizations of environmental health professionals.
Their website gives access to projects, scientific reports and other publications, and relevant events.
See - It's So Natural - Created by Alan Hayes' It's So Natural offers a wealth of information on natural alternatives for home, health and garden.
See - Keep Australia Beautiful - A
non-government, non-political community organisation, with
independent Councils in each state and territory working to
encourage the protection and improvement of the Australian
environment. See - Back to top of page
Landcare Australia is a voluntary community group movement that aims to improve naturalresource
management, with around 4,000 groups operating nationally. Landcare operates largely in rural Australia, involving 40 percent
of farmers, who manage 60 percent of land and 70 percent of the nation's diverted water.
Visit Lanfax Laboratories See 'LAUNDRY PRODUCTS' for a scientific laundry detergent analysis.
Test for Lead First!!
LMS (Landfill gas Management Services) is a wholly Australian owned and operated
company, recognized as leaders in landfill gas and the renewable energy industry. Visit their very interesting website.
Visit The LEAD Group is a non-for-profit community organisation that works towards
global lead risk reduction through community education, advocacy and public policy development. Find out how to
participate in eliminating lead through utilizing lead-free and hazard reduction products and services at
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Millenium Assessment - The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment (MA) is an international work
program designed to meet the needs of decision makers and the public for scientific information concerning the consequences of
ecosystem change for human well-being and options for responding to those changes.
Mittagong Forum
Enabling communication and information for people with a passion for environmental conservation and sustainability. Environment Online was developed by the Mittagong Forum - a collaborative effort of some of Australia's most influential environmental advocacy organisations. Visit Back to top of page
National Environment Consultative Forum
The National Environment Consultative Forum (NECF) consists of thirty-four environmental and heritage
non-government organisations. These organisations are principally national and state groups with a mandate
of conserving and protecting the environment and its biodiversity and heritage.
The National Environmental Defenders Office (EDO) Network consists of nine independently
constituted and managed community environmental law centres located in each State and Territory of Australia. Each EDO is
dedicated to protecting the environment in the public interest. EDOs provide legal representation and advice, take an active
role in environmental law reform and policy formulation, and offer a significant education program designed to facilitate public
participation in environmental decision making. Visit National Environment Research Council
Since 1965, the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) has been the leading
funding agency for academic research and training in the environmental sciences at
higher education institutions across the UK.
The site contains a number of general interest publications, such as NERC's
quarterly magazine, Planet Earth. The Science Insight area of the site provides
concise and insightful, plain-English synopses of the work done under the auspices
of the NERC. Visit: National Toxics Network - A
community based network with a common aim to reduce the chemical
load on the environment and to promote environmentally responsible
technologies and management systems. See - The "Network of Concerned
Farmers" is an Australia wide network of conventional and
organic farmers who are concerned about the economic, environmental
and social impacts of genetically modified crops. NSW Wildlife Information and Rescue
Service (WIRES) - Is the largest wildlife rescue
organisation in Australia. When an echidna is hit by a car, a
possum is attacked by a cat or a lizard gets its head stuck in a
drink can - WIRES is there to help. See - Back to top of page
The Organics Directory
Since 1997 The Organics Directory Poster has been distributed to people and businesses connected with
or interested in all aspects of the organic industry; producers, growers, wholesalers, retailers and
manufacturers, the public, wholistic practitioners and medical colleges, retail outlets, field days,
media as well as government and industry bodies.
Oz GREEN - Is short for the
Global Rivers Environmental Education Network, Australia. We are a
non-government, non-profit organisation, aligned to no political
party or lobbying group. We are strongly committed to positive
change in the environment, particularly in improving the quality of
our water through community-based projects in a local, national and
international context. See - Back to top of page
Planet Ark - Aims to show
people and business the many ways that they can reduce their day to
day impact on the environment. See - Papyrus Australia
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Queensland Conservation Council
Queensland Conservation has been the community voice for the environment for 35 years and we
won't be silenced when it comes to speaking out for environmental protection and conservation!
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Rainforest Rescue is a not for profit organisation committed to saving our
rainforests for current and future generations. Rainforest Rescue creates opportunities for individuals, families,
organisations and businesses to become involved in successful projects that protect and restore our dwindling
rainforests. Visit Recycling Near You provides
information on recycling services in your local government area.
This site is sponsored by Planet Ark.
RIRDC reports on human capital:
The Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation web site gives access to almost 100 research reports and other related material on human capital.
Reverse Garbage is a not-for-profit co-operative that sells industrial discards,
off-cuts and over-runs to the public for creative and practical uses, reducing the amount of waste going to landfill.
A huge variety of materials, including; perspex, cloth, ceramic tiles, closed-cell foam and foam sheeting, stickers,
cardboard, wood, hessian sacks, paper rolls, bubble wrap, toys, craft supplies and dozens of other useful items can
be re-used by schools, artists, craftspeople, home handypeople and the general community. There are Reverse Garbage
co-operatives in Qld, NSW, Tas, Vic and ACT.
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Sacramento Area Earth Day Network
- Our efforts are dedicated to promoting the next steps toward living sustainably
with the Earth and each other through inspiration, education, empowerment and celebration!
SmartHousing - An initiative
of the Queensland Department of Housing has been developed in
response to the increasing demand for houses that are comfortable,
flexible and deliver cost savings over time. It incorporates four
main elements: affordability; resource efficiency; universal
design; and safety and security. See - Social Action Office
The Social Action Office [Australia], a ministry of social action, was founded in 1992 by the Conference of
Leaders of Religious Institutes, Queensland. Its main agenda areas are social justice, eco-justice and creating
a culture of peace.
Sunshine Coast Environment Council (SCEC) - Our vision is an ecologically
sustainable world achieved through individual and community stewardship of the natural environment at local,
regional and global levels." Visit SustainAbility are the longest established international
consultancy dedicated to promoting the business case for sustainable development.
SustainAbility also have major research programs and publish a range of reports
and books and address conferences, seminars and workshops world-wide. Visit
Sustainable Business
is a resource for renewable energy, organic products, social investing, green
building and construction, and re-manufacturing. It aims to provide business
people direct access to the information and tools , meaningful employment and
resources they need for sustainable business development.
Visit Sustainability Month website -
Lists events being held during February to promote and celebrate
sustainability - see Sustainable Gardening Australia
(SGA) - Is a not for profit association totally committed to
achieving real, continually improving and easily understood
environmental solutions for gardeners. SGA provides advice on
gardening practices and clearly identifies low environmental impact
products. See - Back to top of page
terra cordis specialises in providing quality training experiences to
actively engage your people in the learning process. Our unique approach ensures that our clients will enjoy
exceptional, effective and measurable learning experiences - no matter what the subject matter.
The Threatened Bird Network,
established by Birds Australia and the Endangered Species program
Environment Australia, aims to encourage community participation in
urgent conservation tasks for threatened birds. Threatened, Endangered and Extinct List
of Flora and Fauna - this web page has the current listing
registered by the Environment Protection and Biodiversity
Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act). There are extensive lists of
extinct, endangered, vulnerable and conservation dependent flora
and fauna. Trees for Life - One of the
world's largest volunteer tree-planting organisations, together
with Bush for Life volunteers, work on sites of conservation value.
See - Total Environment Centre Welcome to Total Environment Centre's (TEC) website.
This site provides extensive and easy to understand and navigate reference material, links to other sites and up-to-date
campaign information. We encourage activism, so there's plenty of scope for you to become involved in an area you feel
concerned about. Visit Walk Safely to School Day
This is an annual event when all Primary School children will be encouraged to walk and commute safely to school
Waterkeepers Australia is a not-for-profit organisation committed to supporting community
advocates - riverkeepers and baykeepers - for protection of our water ways.
– at Waterwatch - A national volunteer water quality monitoring and education program. See - http://www.waterwatch.org.au/ Werribee Model Aircraft Association has been active in the Werribee District
for over 20 years, and have been flying at the current site since 1976.
The Association caters for all forms of aeromodelling pursuits, some of which can be seen in action by a
visit to our field. B24 BomberModelling attracts people from all walks and all age groups, which brings to
the Association a great depth of experience.
The aim of the Association is to foster the skills of building and flying model aircraft, and our members
are only too happy to help newcomers.
Wildlife Preservation Society of Queensland We are the oldest, largest and most respected
wildlife-focused conservation group in the State of Queensland. Founded in 1962 by Judith Wright, Brian Clouston, David Fleay and
Kathleen MacArthur, the Society is a community-based, non-profit organisation consisting of 24 branches throughout the State,
committed to an ecologically sustainable future for people and wildlife. Visit World Conservation Union
(IUCN) - The world's largest related conservation
organisation. It aims to influence, encourage and assist societies
throughout the world to conserve the integrity and diversity of
nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable
and ecologically sustainable. See - Worldwatch Institute founded by Lester Brown in 1974, the Worldwatch Institute offers a unique blend of interdisciplinary research, global focus, and accessible writing that has made it a leading source of information on the interactions among key environmental, social, and economic trends. Their work revolves around the transition to an environmentally sustainable and socially just society-and how to achieve it. Visit World Resources Institute -
Provides information, ideas, and solutions to global environmental
problems. They aim to move human society to live in ways that
protect Earth's environment for current and future generations. See
- World Wide Fund for Nature
(WWF) - The world's largest and most experienced independent
conservation organisation. WWF combines fieldwork and policy to
achieve credible results on broad expertise and experience in all
areas of conservation. See - Back to top of page
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