Spring Outdoors 2026 Spring Outdoors is an annual program of events where you can connect, learn and protect our natural environment and biodiversity.
REthink Nillumbik Program The REthink Nillumbik Program is a series of fun, interactive workshops designed to create a more sustainable and liveable Nillumbik.
Webinars on demand Find environment and sustainability videos and webinars. The range is huge - it covers threatened species, carbon farming, managing deer, nestboxes, fungi, sustainability and much more.
Friends of Watery Gully monthly meetup 01 Nov 2026 This group of volunteers meets monthly on Sundays to revegetate and care for Peppers Paddock in Wattle Glen. All ages and abilities welcome! Peppers Paddock, Kangaroo Ground-Wattle Glen Road, Wattle Glen 3096 1 more date Tagged as: , Environment
Edible Hub gardening group 05 Nov 2026 Join the weekly Edible Hub Gardening Group to help tend the community’s permaculture‑inspired garden and learn practical food‑growing skills. Together, volunteers and locals nurture shared beds, edible plantings, and communal harvest spaces that support sustainability and community connection. Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Rd, Hurstbridge 3099 6 more dates Tagged as: , Environment, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Food, Fibre and Medicine Plants of the local area 07 Nov 2026 Join us for a talk by Fiona on "Food, Fibre and Medicine Plants of the local area," where you will discover the benefits of incorporating native flora into your garden. This presentation will explore local food, fibre and medicine plants. Edendale Community Environment Farm, 30 Gastons Road, Eltham 3095 Tagged as: , Environment, Indigenous Events, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Insect surveys - Lenister Farm 07 Nov 2026 Join Friends of Biodiversity Hohnes Hill, Entomological Society of Victoria and Council's biodiversity team for our nighttime insect survey Lenister Farm, 60 Homestead Road, Eltham 3095 Tagged as: , Environment, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Plant Care Working Bee 08 Nov 2026 Make a Difference: Volunteer with Friends of Edendale Plant Care Working Bee Edendale Community Environment Farm, 30 Gastons Rd, Eltham 3095 Tagged as: , Environment
Installing home batteries 12 Nov 2026 Uncover everything you need to know about powering your home with stored energy. Eltham Library, Panther Place, Eltham 3095 Tagged as: , Environment, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Introduction to Worm Farming 14 Nov 2026 A worm farm is one of the best ways to dispose of food scraps and produce vermi-juice (worm tea) and vermicast (worm castings) for use on the garden.Learn how to set up a worm farm and hear about the easiest methods to manage and care for these hard-working creatures. Edendale Farm, 30 Gastons Rd, Eltham 3095, Eltham 3088 Tagged as: , Environment, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Author talk and cyanotype workshop 14 Nov 2026 Drawing on global evidence-based research, Sandra Schwarz, author of the new book 'RESTORE: How Green Spaces Support Human Restoration', will illustrate some of the proven benefits of nature on human wellbeing. Sandra’s author talk will be followed by a cyanotype (cameraless photography) workshop. Diamond Valley Library, 34 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088 Tagged as: , Environment, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Cultural Walk at Garambi Baanj 19 Nov 2026 Learn from Senior Wurundjeri Environment Educator Joe Costello about the significant history of the land of which you are walking. Garambi Baanj (Yarra Valley Parklands), Yarra Braes Road & Reynolds Road, Eltham 3095 Tagged as: , Environment, Indigenous Events, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Edendale Repair Cafe 21 Nov 2026 Let's fix, not throw away! Our volunteer-run Repair Cafe is on the third Saturday of the month from 10am - 12pm. Bring a broken item, get it fixed for free and learn new skills while reducing waste. See you there! Edendale Community Environment Farm, 30 Gastons Rd, Eltham 3095 Tagged as: , Environment, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Sustainable wrapping - Furoshiki and fabric creations 26 Nov 2026 Learn creative ways to make your Christmas more sustainable and waste free. Edendale Community Environment Farm, 30 Gastons Road, Eltham 3095 Tagged as: , Environment
Nature ID: Discovering Nillumbik's Wildflowers 29 Nov 2026 Join Council's expert biodiversity officers on an interactive walk in Bunjil reserve, and learn handy tricks on how to identify locally indigenous wildflowers! Bunjil Reserve, Rodger Road, Panton Hill 3759 Tagged as: , Environment, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Seeds of Summer Nature Walk 30 Nov 2026 Join Council's expert Biodiversity Officers for a relaxed 1.5-hour guided walk exploring Nillumbik's native species Meruka Park, 5 Meruka Drive, Eltham 3095 Tagged as: , Environment, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Preparing for the heat - with Ambulance Victoria and REthink Nillumbik 30 Nov 2026 Do you want to learn how to stay safe and keep cooler in the heat? Join this information session with Nillumbik’s Dementia Friendly Alliance, delivered in partnership with Ambulance Victoria and REthink Nillumbik. Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Road, Hurstbridge 3099 Tagged as: , Environment, Health & Wellbeing, Kids & family, Senior Events, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Sustainable zero waste gifts 01 Dec 2026 Create a sustainable gift this festive season and avoid excess spending and packaging Eltham Library, Panther Place, Eltham 3095 Tagged as: , Environment
Sustainable Christmas - foraged wreath making 08 Dec 2026 Learn creative ways to make your Christmas decorating more sustainable and waste free. Diamond Valley Library, Civic Drive, Greensborough 3066 Tagged as: , Environment
Summer Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop 13 Feb 2027 Join expert horticulturalist Justin Calverley for our summer fruit tree pruning workshop and learn how to best care for your fruit trees for health and to maximise your yield for next season. Edendale Community Environment Farm, 30 Gastons Road, Eltham 3095 1 more date Tagged as: , Environment, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Catch, store and use water outdoors 13 Feb 2027 Learn how water moves across the landscape, and how you can design your home and garden to work with rainwater and grey water, and to use it efficiently and reduce your water bill. Edendale Farm, 30 Gastons Road, Eltham 3095 Tagged as: , Environment, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Bike maintenance: Tyres, gears & brakes 13 Mar 2027 This hands-on workshop will teach you the basic skills to maintain your bike and deal with simple issues related to tyres, brakes, and gears. Participants will learn to identify key bike components along with the ABCDEQ method for pre-ride maintenance. Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Rd, Hurstbridge 3099 Tagged as: , Environment, Health & Wellbeing, Kids & family, Sports, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Lost Skills: Visible Darning 27 Mar 2027 Learn how to repair holes in fine knitwear, jumpers and socks using visible darning techniques. Edendale Farm, 30 Gastons Road, Eltham 3095 Tagged as: , Environment, Music, Drama & Arts, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Lost Skills: Look after hand tools 17 Apr 2027 Join our workshop and learn essential techniques to keep your hand tools in peak condition for years to come. Edendale Farm, 30 Gastons Road, 3095 Tagged as: , Environment, Talks, Tours & Workshops
Make a start on upcycling furniture 08 May 2027 Get advice on how to make minor repairs, restore or refinish surfaces, and upgrade hardware and other components to give furniture a functional second life. Whether you want to save money, reduce waste, or build confidence in basic home repair this session will help. Edendale Farm, 30 Gastons Road, Eltham 3095 Tagged as: , Environment, Talks, Tours & Workshops