http://greenmapcommunity.org.au Just another WordPress weblog Mon, 03 Aug 2009 22:02:13 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The GM Free Nillumbik Group shares information about genetically modified foods and crops. Given a growing body of evidence on adverse health and environmental concerns with GM foods GMFN is asking Nillumbik Shire to consider declaring this region GM free. The group is in its infancy at the moment and planning ... http://greenmapcommunity.org.au/directory/the-gm-free-nillumbik-group-gmfn Hurstbridge Sow & Grow Garden Club Inc is a friendly and practical group of people. Their meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month from 7.15 to 9.30pm at the Hurstbridge Community Centre, at the end of Greysharpes Rd, Hurstbridge  - Mel. Ref. 185 J9. For more info telephone Chris ... http://greenmapcommunity.org.au/directory/hurstbridge-sow-grow-garden-club David Ellis - well-known environmentalist in Victoria's Warrandyte Green Wedge region - tells us Dr. David Spratt, co-author of Climate Code Red, will speak on the latest research and local impacts of climate change on Wednesday evening 24 September at the Warrandyte Community Centre. "Perhaps the two most outstanding books on ... http://greenmapcommunity.org.au/directory/climate-code-red-meeting-warrandyte-community-centre This link gives an overview of Manningham Council's eco development strategies. http://greenmapcommunity.org.au/directory/manningham-sustainable-city-strategies -37.78681 145.13273 Watch the seasons change at: St Andrews Market Well known and loved local market offering locally made crafts and home-grown produce. Open every Saturday from 8am - 2pm. To book a stall contact Jenni on T: 9756 7515, or M: 0409 411 220. No dogs are permitted. Eltham Craft and ... http://greenmapcommunity.org.au/directory/buy-fresh-local-produce-from-family-farms-at-local-markets -37.671766 145.175407 The NRG is a volunteer-based, non-profit incorporated group committed to furthering the process of reconciliation with Australia's Indigenous peoples – the first Australians. Based in the Shire of Nillumbik, which includes the Melbourne suburb of Eltham and surrounding areas, the Group aims to cultivate and promote the issues of reconciliation in ... http://greenmapcommunity.org.au/directory/nillumbik-reconciliation-group -37.703602 145.180636 Natural Direction is a building company with a sustainable housing focus. Taking inspiration from the sun, soil, wind and rain, directors James Neil and Wendy Kinda aim to preserve our environment for future generations. Working with clients, rather than for them the goal is to build homes that are efficient and ... http://greenmapcommunity.org.au/directory/natural-direction-building-for-a-sustainable-future -37.722698 145.152699 Stuart Pougher, of Karinya Solar, read about the Green Map in the local paper and got in touch. Stuart's letter explains the project beautifully. He says: "I'm interested in being part of the Green Map community. Such a simple idea but none the less a productive idea.The time has come for ... http://greenmapcommunity.org.au/directory/elthams-karinya-solar-is-contributing-to-a-sustainable-future -31.353636941500987 142.03125 Ranger Jodie Davis and FOWSP member Joan NacMahon coordinate this group. They meet on the first Thursday of each month 9.30am - 12.30pm. Either meet at the depot, Pound Bend Road, Melways 23 C10 (9.30 sharp) or on site. Learn some vegetation management skills and help improve some special sites ... http://greenmapcommunity.org.au/directory/thursday-action-group-friends-of-warrandyte-state-park-fowsp Earth Harmony in Warrandyte - (Melway Ref: 23 F-11) top carpark behind the shops near the bridge behind 'Thyme on the Terrace' runs a series of concerts as well as selling chrystal jewellery and tarot cards. It also runs workshops in meditation, Reiki and... drumming! A Wide Range Of Music Locally based ... http://greenmapcommunity.org.au/directory/fascinating-range-of-music-at-earth-harmony-concerts-warrandyte -37.739563 145.229584