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| Workshop on the ‘steady state’ |
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Gecko will be hosting the second in its 'Twelfth Hour' climate change workshop series at Griffith Uni, Gold Coast on 5th August. With esteemed speakers from Griffith and Bond Uni's, the interactive workshop will focus on the need for a 'steady state' economy, with sustainable and equitable systems of production.
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| What's on? |
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Find out what's on, in and around Gecko and the green community! Check out the latest postings on our website and on the Gecko calendar… Also check out the latest from the Walk with Wildlife (WwW) team.
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| Gecko gets new flooring donated! |
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A special thank you this month to Theresa from the local office of InterfaceFLOR, who arranged the donation of very much needed new flooring for Gecko's office. This donation is valued at around $5,500, which Gecko can now direct toward local environmental projects instead. As the world's largest modular carpet manufacturer, InterfaceFLOR is regarded as a global leader in sustainability and environmental responsibility. Read More...
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| Walk Against Warming
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Join the crowd for the Walk against Warming in Brisbane on Sunday August 15th and make your voice heard about climate change. The Walk will call for a price on carbon pollution, investment in clean energy, a commitment to reduce emissions in the life of the next parliament, and support for poor and vulnerable countries to tackle the impacts of climate change and invest in sustainable development. Read more...
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| Investing in green 'hot' property
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Green property and sustainable building practices are increasingly in demand. Australian Ethical has seized this opportunity to provide an investment product that invests in these efficient and future-changing properties. Read more...
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The Spit – do we have to save it again!!?
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The development industry is at it again. They just cannot bear to have any public open space in the Broadwater remain as public open space and want to cram it full of profitable developments. Please confirm to the Premier your opposition to this latest proposition by emailing her at premier@ministerial.qld.gov.au
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Climate Change – Where is Australia's response?
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The realities of climate change are daunting, but papers presented at the Second International Conference on Climate Change in Brisbane recently also demonstrated world-wide responses. The question is: where is Australia's response? Read more...
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Seniors Week 2010
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Gecko and Probus have once again secured a grant from the Gold Coast City Council for a free Senior's Week activity at Ingleside State School. Join in the fun on the 18th of August with a tour of the school's environmental projects, a light lunch, good company and some entertainment. Read more...
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Gecko History Project
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For some months, Gecko members have been compiling a history of Gecko's projects and highlights over the last 21 years. This is an important project with weekly meetings and your participation would be greatly valued. Read More...
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North Stradbroke Island's future
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Straddie's future is in your hands. Please make a short submission to the Government to stop sand mining on Straddie and prevent another 17 years of environmental vandalism. Read more...
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Gecko Awards
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New names for the Gecko Awards for environmental work and care of our planet are sought. Your suggestions will be most welcome. Read more... |
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| Gecko Blog |
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Start your own blog on Gecko's Blog! On Gecko's blog you are able to create blogs about your eco activities and post it to the world. To sign up, start blogging and create a masterpiece, please take a look at the newest Gecko resource. But first please look at our quick start guide which will show you how to start blogging, FAST!
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Why should YOU join Gecko's Solar Savers Challenge?
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Turn your place into a green power plant with NO UP FRONT COSTS! Safeguard yourself against rising electricity prices… Reduce your power bills and your carbon footprint… Receive excellent customer service, products, advice and warranties… Join the Challenge to convert 1000 properties to solar and you'll receive an extra $300 off! More info... |
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Membership
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Join with Gecko! Membership is based on a once-only joining fee, starting at only $16.50. Please also consider giving Gecko membership as a gift to friends, family... and even enemies! Read more... |
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A more sustainable farmer's market?
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Farmer's Markets are a wonderful community resource and alternative to supermarkets, yet what is their environmental impact? Gecko member Richard Hil makes some observations of the local Palm Beach markets. Read more... |
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Working bee at Southern Beaches Community Garden
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After much hard work, lobbying and planning, the new community garden at Tugun Community Centre is having its first working bee! Come along and be involved on 31 July. More info... |
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Dolphin Sighting Network workshop
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The workshops on August 6th are a short course in dolphin ecology and how to collect useful observations that can be used for research purposes. During the 2hr workshop, attendees will learn how to identify different dolphin species, identify different individuals and many other aspects of the dolphin world.
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Queensland Naturalists Club outing
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The Queensland Naturalists Club has been active in studying and sharing information about Queensland's natural heritage since 1907. QNC's next outing is Wednesday 11 August. Join in an excursion to beautiful Currumbin Valley and Springbrook to see three sites with experienced naturalists. Read more... |
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Recycling E-waste
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Gold Coast City Council has drop-off facilities for electronic and electrical waste (E-waste) at its Helensvale and Merrimac Waste Transfer Stations. Residents can bring their own E-waste and drop it off for recycling or treatment, including computer equipment, home office equipment, electronic games and toys, and household appliances. Read more... |
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| Gecko's Resource Centre |
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Gecko's environmental resource centre is now a much lighter and brighter place to visit. There is now room to sit comfortably at the table or borrow the many and varied books, DVDs, CDs, journals, reports, newspaper articles, videos, reference materials, maps, posters, and a special children's section. Our volunteer Librarians are currently in Thursday between 10am and 2pm. Read more... |
