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Up it goes!
Construction of the Recyclery’s new Community Bike Repair Shed is well and truly underway and we're *almost* open!
Show your support!
Please help support our fundraising campaign for the Recyclery’s new Bike Repair Shed!
Hands across Canberra
We’ve joined this year's 'Canberra Day Appeal' with Hands Across Canberra to raise much needed funds to continue fitting out the new bike repair shed.
How to host a Clothes Swap
Clothes swap are a fun and social way to refresh your wardrobe with ‘new-to-you’ second hand clothes.
Upcycling your clothes
In a world where most things are mass produced to be cheaper than cheap, unique items have special value. They speak of character and celebrate everyone’s unique personality.
Enews Update - January 2025
We're currently on holidays and will return to the office from Tuesday 21 January 2025.
Reducing waste with nappies
Cloth alternatives are cheaper and easier to use than ever and have less impact on the environment than disposable nappies.
We'll be back on Tuesday 21 January 2025!
Have a great summer holiday and thanks for all your support this year.
Traveller’s tips for less waste
There are many easy, tried and true ways to reduce the waste you create when travelling.
Enews Update - December 2024
It was our pleasure to celebrate 50 years of Canberra Environment Centre with so many of you recently. Catchup on our latest December Enews!
50th Birthday Garden Party
Thanks to everyone who was able to attend our end of year 50th Birthday Garden Party for the Canberra Environment Centre!
Swapping our way to our wardrobes of the future
While fashion’s impact on the environment depends on how and what its made from, fashion still has a substantial impact on our planet, contributing towards biodiversity loss, the changing climate and ever-increasing pollution levels.
We're recruiting!
We’re seeking a Project Officer to oversee the sustainability workshops program which aims to foster community resilience through sharing knowledge and growing connections. They will facilitate community learning and connection by increasing the use and accessibility of the Gungaderra Homestead Community Garden. Applications close: 19 January 2025.
Fundraising - Recyclery Community Bike Repair Shed
We’re building a new community bike repair shed in North Canberra for The Recyclery so it can continue providing the public with affordable, reliable second-hand bikes and keep building the community’s bike repair skills.
Enews Update - November 2024
We’re celebrating Australia’s Urban Agriculture Month to raise awareness of the growing urban agriculture movement. Catchup on our latest November Enews!
We love Wicking Beds!
Wicking beds are like ‘self-watering’ pots and are great for growing vegetables during hot, dry summers.
Lids 4 Kids - recycling tubs
The Canberra Environment Centre has signed up to be an official ‘SwapNGo’ location for Lids 4 Kids
2024-2028 Strategic Plan
As Canberra’s oldest environment not-for-profit and non-government organisation, we take a strengths-based and empowering approach to create meaningful change.
2023 Annual Report
The Canberra Environment Centre continues to lead the charge towards a more sustainable community by connecting with thousands in the region through our community-based environmental education programs.