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Environmental Workshops

 To book your place and go in the draw for a door prize, please contact: Anna Mezzetti on 9518 3423 or annam@monash.vic.gov.au

Gardening for a Sustainable Future
Come along and meet Vasili of Vasili's Garden who will show you how to use organic composts and mulches for a healthy waterwise garden. The workshop will cover how to make, use and apply composts and mulches, as well as answer questions about making your home vegetable garden more productive.
  • 7pm - 8.30pm
  • Wednesday, 23 September
  • Monash Seminar and Training Centre
    1A Atherton Rd, Oakleigh

Workshop supported by The Metropolitan Waste Management Group.

Saving Energy-You Have the Power!

Experts in energy use will be on hand to show you the little things you can do and the products available to make your home more energy efficient. Learn about the energy-generating technologies you can install at home, and the relevant rebates and approval processes required. The products and technologies will be on hand for you to see.

  • 7pm - 8.30pm
  • Wednesday, 28 October
  • Mt Waverley Community Centre
    47 Miller St, Mt Waverley

Workshop run by The Alternative Technology Association.

Beating Water Restrictions
Learn about the different systems available which can make the most of your water. Find out about:
  • Greywater systems (diversions and treatments)
  • Stormwater capture (rainwater tanks, methods of filtering and harvesting)
  • The influence of cleaning products on gardens
  • The regulations and council approvals you need to consider when installing your devices

Water products and technologies will be on hand for you to see.

  • 7pm - 8.30pm
  • Wednesday, 18 November
  • Mulgrave Community Centre
    355 Wellington Rd, Mulgrave

Workshop run by The Alternative Technology Association.

 To book your place and go in the draw for a door prize, please contact: Anna Mezzetti on 9518 3423 or annam@monash.vic.gov.au

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Updated: 2 August 2009

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