Not sure if you're ready to head out on your own to observe and record flora and fauna? Come and join one of our Citizen Science events within Whitehorse hosted by Whitehorse Council and our passionate community groups! We'll help you get the hang of using iNaturalist and spotting what should be recorded.
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Trimming the Grocery Bill: Maximizing Savings through Food Waste Reduction
Discover practical strategies to make the most of the food you already have, effectively reducing waste and stretching your budget. Learn how to transform leftovers into delicious meals, and explore the possibilities of regrowing vegetables from kitchen scraps.
Saturday 3 May at 10.30am
Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Tickets $10
Make Your Own Produce Bags
Learn how you can make reusable produce bags out of reclaimed material.
This hands-on session will cover selecting the right fabric, sewing single and French seams and how to insert a ribbon/cord tie, plus every step in between, guiding you in making yourself two styles of bag.
Sunday 25 May at 10am
Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Tickets $35
Zero Waste Gardening Workshop: Grow Food Sustainably at Little to No Cost
Discover how to repurpose, upcycle, and reclaim materials to create a thriving garden without breaking the bank.
In this engaging workshop, you'll learn how to grow food from scraps, reduce garden waste and explore ways to make the most of any space, from balconies to backyards.
Saturday 28 June, 10.30am - 12pm
Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Tickets $10
Zero Waste Cooking / Smart Recipes to Reduce Waste
Discover how to make the most of your leftovers and learn creative ways to turn your scraps into delicious meals!
In this workshop, you'll learn tips for waste free packed lunches, how to get your portions right to avoid waste, and how to make a quick & easy zero waste meal out of budget seasonal ingredients or the remnants in the fridge.
Saturday 23 August, 10.30am - 12pm
Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Tickets $10