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A part-time paid position is available with Gecko for a skilled
marketing, media and public relations person. Gecko has teamed up with a
local renewable energy company to bring a range of affordable solar
power and solar hot water options to the Gold Coast, with the aim of
installing 10,000 systems on our region's rooftops. Read more...
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Eco-Exploring School Holidays |
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Come Eco-Exploring with Gecko during the Summer school holidays! Every
Monday and Wednesday, teams of young Eco-Explorers, aged 5 to 15, will
be going out into the field, exploring nature and finding out how to
live more sustainably. Ends January 20th! Read more...
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Clean Up Australia Day 2010
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Gecko is again coordinating Clean Up Australia Day 2010 to be held on
Sunday 7 March. Registrations are now open for groups and individuals.
Find out how to get involved and do your bit to keep the coast golden! Read more...
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Livin' on the Edge
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Gecko's is fortunate to have author Graeme Taylor, author of
Evolution's Edge, to speak at February's Guest Speaker Night on the
evolution of a better world through societal change, using viable
solutions. Be part of an exciting evening and support this free event. Read more...
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Film Stars needed!
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Gecko is planning to produce a short professional DVD documentary and is
looking for an 'average' family with around 2.5 children who would be
prepared to participate in a 'Low Carbon Diet' program over four
weekends in about March next year. Energy and water use will be measured
and then attempted to be reduced. Read more...
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GeckoEd
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Many new projects have been initiated through GeckoEd over the past
year. Lois Levy gives an update on how GeckoEd has contributed to
growing environmental awareness amongst our young people here on the
Gold Coast. Read more...
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Gecko Campaigns
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The Queensland Government has its head in the sand about environmental
concerns with its push for dollars driven by the global economic
downturn and a loss of tourism income. The issues are serious and action
is needed to make the Government take notice. Read more...
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Gecko needs Interior Designers
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Gecko is looking at moving its main entrance to the doors facing
Duringan St to make the House more visible and welcoming to the public.
The material changes are not huge, but we invite some creative ideas of
how to make the new entrance welcoming. If you have talent in this area
we would love to hear from you. Contact Ben...
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$ave money, green your home for FREE
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Gecko now offers you a totally free service to save you money on your
energy and water bills, all while greening your home – and even if you
are renting. Book in with Ben. It's valued at $250. You'll also receive a
$50 voucher to buy a green product of your choice! Read more...
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Gecko Award winners
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Gecko's Awards Night was held on Friday 4th December, 2009 under the
stars at Gecko House. We would like to thank our supporters, attendees
and volunteers and congratulate all award recipients! You will find a
full list of supporters and award recipients on our website. Read more...
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Bust the Bugs
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The current focus of the Government to deal with reducing landfill and
resulting methane emissions is potentially misplaced. Dr. Jessica North
explains how elimination of household waste, particularly organic waste,
could greatly reduce the problem. Read more... |
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Google Earth brings climate into focus
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In collaboration
with the Danish Government, Google has provided the first in a series of
improvements to its free software, Google Earth. The aim is to promote
global awareness of environmental issues by including layers and tours
that allow people to explore the impact of climate change and solutions
for dealing with it. Read more... |
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National Waste Policy
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The Federal Government has introduced a new National Waste Policy to
provide a nationwide coordinated approach to tackling waste. The initial
step in this program is a landmark scheme allowing householders to drop
off computers and TV's for recycling free of charge. Read more... |
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Planet-friendly hot water
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Currently only 8% of Australian home owners are using solar hot water
yet a new survey found the majority were likely to consider solar hot
water installation over the next two years. Read more...
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Demystifying the CPRS
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One third of Australians have not heard of the CPRS, two thirds were
unable to name the scheme's reduction target and fewer than one in 10
had a good understanding of how it works. Fill in the gaps in your
understanding of this scheme. Read more...
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Water Footprints
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Businesses are now also being encouraged to include 'water footprint'
information on product labeling. While some corporations are embracing
the idea, others are resisting, saying it is impossible to accurately
measure. Read more...
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Interlace Residential Complex, Singapore
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A new style of residential development in Singapore provides an
expansive and interconnected approach to living and incorporates
communal spaces. A large site enhances the development and includes
nature walks through lush green spaces. Read more...
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Gecko Library |
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Gecko's environmental resource library contains over 2,500 items in
the collection. New titles are added on a regular basis. If you require
assistance on a particular topic, please call ahead so we can have a
volunteer librarian on hand to assist.
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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 the Gecko calendar as well as the adventures of Gecko's Walk with Wildlife... |
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Membership |
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Membership is based on an annual 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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