Local Actions Have Global Consequences
The Benalla Sustainable Future Group was established in 2010 by Benalla & District residents concerned about environmental sustainability and the lack of action on climate change both locally & nationally. By coming together we can work towards a more sustainable future & a cleaner planet.
Benalla Food Co-op - 'Reduce single use plastics going to landfill!'
Benalla Food Co-op Coordinator - Celebratory Lunch
Following Susanne's retirement as coordinator at the end of May, 2024, the position was advertised, with a closing date of April 27th. A celebratory Food Co-op shared lunch will be held in the Uniting Church Supper Room Saturday June 1st to mark the coordinator baton handover. All members welcome. Bring a plate to share. Watch the next newsletter for more details. . What does the Food Co-op Coordinator do? "The coordinator keeps their finger on the pulse of the co-op, oversees its running and is alert to any issues which arise.The coordinator is well supported by a committee and is encouraged to delegate roles where appropriate..Ideally the role is the responsibility of one person. Financial remuneration in the form of a discount on all shopping, is offered to the coordinator. Past experience indicates that the coordinator’s role takes around two hours each week. An additional 2 hours is needed to pick up and process orders (usually once a month). The coordinator is not expected to be included in the duty roster…although doing so occasionally is an advantage. Some of the roles currently done by the coordinator can be delegated to share the load among members." Find out more about the Duties of the Coordinator |
Swanpool Environmental Film Festival - Saturday 15 June - 1 pm to 9pm - Swanpool Cinema
After the successful 10th anniversary screening of the Swanpool Environmental Film Festival in 2023 BSFG is pleased to support another Festival in 2024, working in partnership with Swanpool Landcare with support from Benalla Rural City and Winton Wetlands. Three sessions commence 1.00 pm sharp at Swanpool Cinema and include afternoon tea and evening meal.
Session one. Guest Speaker Dr Mark Diesendorf Hon. Assoc. Prof. UNSW Sydney, Environmentalist, 'The Path to a Sustainable Civilisation. Film ‘The New Corporation, The Unfortunately Necessary Sequel’. Afternoon Tea 3.50pm. Session two. Film ’Finding The Money’, there's another side to the national debt. Film discussion, questions and answers with Dr Steven Hail Assoc. Prof. Torrens University Australia, Economist at Modern Money Lab, economics for a new era. Dinner 6.50pm. Session three. Guest Speaker Margot Nash Filmmaker and Visiting Fellow at the University of Technology Sydney, will show her short film ‘Undercurrents: Meditations on Power’, Guest Speaker Bertram Lobert with an update on the Save Our Strathbogie Forest Federal Court case about planned burns in high quality Southern Greater Glider habitat. $35 includes three sessions, afternoon tea and dinner. Catering by the Swanpool Catering Team. Bookings essential on Try Booking Download the Festival Flyer. |
BSFG Newsletter #35 available online - Electric Vehicles, Use of Offsets & much more
It's just over a year since Greg's presentation in Benalla!
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BSFG's February 2024 Newsletter (#35) is now available online! Peter Holmes is flabbergasted that new fossil fuel extraction projects are still being approved and constructed; David Blore and Dieter Liebrich report experiences of trialling the electric vehicle loaned by Kilowatt Motors; while Ian Herbert may answer some of your questions on 'Using an EV for 'Emergency Power and Reducing Power Bills'. Peter Maddock's article will update you on 'The Future of Benalla Project' relating to 'Agroforestry, Nurturing a Wood Culture'. An article on the 'Use of Offsets' flags concerns about the Multi-Lot Subdivision on Olivers Road; and recommends re-viewing 'Trees - Not Just Important, but Essential Infrastructure' delivered by Dr Greg Moore in Benalla in February 2023. A great read from BSFG contributors who think deeply about a sustainable future. Deadline for the May 2024 newsletter Sunday 21st April.
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'WasteWise-BSFG' now Donation Partners in Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme
Benalla Sustainable Future Group is now registered to receive donations through the Container Deposit Scheme as "WasteWise-Benalla Sustainable Future Group."
WasteWise-BSFG will use your donation to recycle items that cannot be recycled in Benalla. The Zone Operator for our North Zone is Visy and our closest return point for the 10c bottles and cans is at Foott, 22 Irwin Rd Benalla. Please do not crush the cans, as the barcode needs to be readable to be accepted. To make your donation you can
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Inside
Feedback on Extended Drives in our loaned Electric Vehicle
ACF's Guide to Sharing 'Heart of Country' - A documentary about First Nations people protecting Country'
Benalla Food Coop - Jenny Monger 'Appreciation with Sincere Thanks!'
BSFG Submission to Council's Climate and Environment Plan
President's Report to 2023 AGM - Peter Holmes
Swanpool Cinema Screening of 'Rachel's Farm' - "Inspirational"
Another Successful Swanpool Environmental Film Festival in 2023
BSFG/REB Community Forum on Solar Panels and Home Batteries
'Outstanding Talk Given By Dr. Greg Moore' - Peter Holmes
BSFG Climate Emergency Petition
ACF's Guide to Sharing 'Heart of Country' - A documentary about First Nations people protecting Country'
Benalla Food Coop - Jenny Monger 'Appreciation with Sincere Thanks!'
BSFG Submission to Council's Climate and Environment Plan
President's Report to 2023 AGM - Peter Holmes
Swanpool Cinema Screening of 'Rachel's Farm' - "Inspirational"
Another Successful Swanpool Environmental Film Festival in 2023
BSFG/REB Community Forum on Solar Panels and Home Batteries
'Outstanding Talk Given By Dr. Greg Moore' - Peter Holmes
BSFG Climate Emergency Petition
Banner - U3A Benalla Birdwatchers at Winton Wetlands
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Benalla Sustainable Future Group acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we live, work and meet, the Taungerang, Yorta Yorta and Bpangerang people
of North East Victoria, and pay our respects to their elders past, present and emerging.
of North East Victoria, and pay our respects to their elders past, present and emerging.