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This month brings powerful opportunities to take action—for the climate, for Reconciliation and for our shared future.
With the Federal Election tomorrow, we each play a vital role in building a fairer, more sustainable future. Your vote matters—let’s choose leaders who will deliver on climate action and a just transition for all.
We're also excited to highlight a major milestone: the launch of our 2030 Strategy on World Environment Day (5 June). We've set out our direction for the next five years, driving urgent, community-led climate action across the region. Save the date—we can’t wait to share it with you.
May also marks National Reconciliation Week. As we reflect on this year’s theme, Bridging Now to Next, we’re proud to be finalising our first Reconciliation Action Plan. We're committed to addressing the climate crisis in a way that honours the wisdom and leadership of the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work. We believe that true sustainability means not only protecting our environment, but also fostering strong, respectful relationships with First Nations communities—ensuring their voices are heard and cultures respected across our work.
And during National Volunteer Week (19–25 May), we extend our heartfelt thanks to the incredible volunteers who power our projects, events, and impact. Your time, energy, and dedication make everything we do possible.
Read on to see how you can get involved, take action, and be part of this growing movement for a more just and sustainable future.
Jane and the Geelong Sustainability team | |
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Climate Connect: World Environment Day Celebration & 2030 Strategy Launch | |
Save the Date: 5.30 - 7pm, Thursday 5 June
Join us to celebrate World Environment Day and the launch of our new 2030 Strategy.
Pencil it in your diary - details to come! | | | |
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Last Chance to Help Grow the Community Energy Revolving Fund! | |
Thank you to those who have donated to the Community Energy Revolving Fund (CERF), your support goes a long way by helping community organisations reduce energy costs and emissions.
The CERF helps local not-for-profits access interest-free loans for energy saving upgrades. The loan is paid back to the fund from energy bill savings over a five-year period - once the loan is paid back, those savings are redirected into the organisation’s programs. | |
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Federal Election is Tomorrow Saturday 3 May is the Federal Election. Together, we can create a just transition, protect vulnerable communities, and ensure a net zero future. Let’s make history.
Explore how the major parties rank on climate and energy policies through the Climate Council’s Election Policy Scorecard.
Sign Open Letter Renew Australia for All are calling on the next government to make a historic investment to help everyone cut their energy bills for good with clean energy and home efficiency upgrades.
Add your voice to the call by signing Renew Australia for All’s open letter. | |
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Work with Us: Treasurer to the Board | |
Geelong Sustainability is seeking Expressions of Interest for the voluntary role of Treasurer to join our Board.
This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in the governance and financial stewardship of one of the region’s most impactful not-for-profits—leading sustainability and climate action initiatives in the G21 region.
If you have a head for numbers, a heart for community, and a passion for sustainability—we want to hear from you!
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Applications close Sunday 25 May 2025. Learn more and apply via our website. | |
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Free Energy Savings Support for Local Community Groups | |
Our Community Power Hub provides free advice to local community organisations to help them save on energy bills and take climate action.
To date, we’ve assisted 55 local organisations save over $105,000 per year through energy audits, energy upgrades, solar feasibility assessments, electrification planning, emissions inventories, net zero roadmaps and tariff savings on energy bills.
Know a community organisation that needs energy support? Find out more and get in touch via our website. | | | |
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Climate Risk Map of Australia | |
The Climate Council has developed an interactive tool that localises climate change impacts across Australia. Find out the potential risk to properties in your local area, and see how these risks could increase over time if we fail to keep cutting greenhouse gas emissions further and faster.
Search Your Postcode. | |
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VoltaRocks are passionate about empowering households and small businesses to take control of their energy usage and positively impact the environment.
As a tech leader in energy data democratisation, VoltaRocks proudly introduces 42—your one-stop hub for energy plans, solar, batteries, and upgrades. Simplifying electrification for retailers, installers and homes.
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Yoorrook Walk for Truth Yoorrook Justice Commission invites you to be part of the Walk for Truth from Portland to Parliament. This powerful journey aims to bring everyone together to walk toward truth, celebrate the strength and resistance of Aboriginal people, and be proud to have the oldest living culture in the world as ours.
The Geelong Sustainability team will be walking on 10 June and we’d love you to join us. Register to join the walk.
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Reconciliation Week
- 27 May - 3 June This year’s National Reconciliation Week 2025 theme is Bridging Now to Next, which reflects the ongoing connection between past, present and future.
Bridging Now to Next calls on all Australians to step forward together, to look ahead and continue the push forward as past lessons guide us. | | | |
Reconciliation in the Park When: 10am - 3pm, Sunday 25 May Where: Johnstone Park, Djilang/Geelong Music, food, market.
Keep an eye out for other local events at National Reconciliation Week.
Active Hope Seminar - 17 May
Join Transition South Barwon for an inspiring and practical seminar on Saturday 17 May from 1 - 4pm on the concept of Active Hope—a mindset that empowers us to acknowledge the reality of our challenges while actively engaging in solutions. Hope is not just about wishing for a better future; it’s about taking steps to create it. Register here.
Composting and Worm Farming Workshop - 24 May Surf Coast Shire residents are invited to learn more about home composting and worm farming in this workshop with Richard from Wormlovers. When: 10 - 11.30am, Saturday 24 May Register here. | |
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