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Clean Up Australia Day is this coming Sunday! The Gold Coast has over 90 sites registered so join a clean up near you and do your bit for the environment. Read more...
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Twelfth Hour Climate Change Workshop |
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Join us as we present a new series of interactive workshops at Griffith University, beginning on March 18th. The failure to reach meaningful agreement on carbon emission targets at the Copenhagen conference has raised the stakes in terms of what all citizens can do to bring about urgently needed change. Read more...
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Stunning Gecko website images
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Gecko recently launched its new website and we have managed to secure some spectacular Gold Coast Images from award-winning photographer Wayne Sorensen and specialist aerial photographer Graham Weeks. We welcome your input and feedback on the site. Read more...
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Gecko’s environmental education arm is rapidly growing and we need helpers to assist our teachers in guiding students on field trips, and/or assist with research for our innovative programs. Read more...
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We have some new 2010 volunteers and the office has been buzzing lately with a number of projects on the go. We still have a few jobs to be filled. If you would like to have a go at any of these jobs, or would like to introduce us to someone you know who could Read more...
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Similar to a ‘book club’, interest is sought in starting a regular ‘green’ discussion group to discuss relevant environmental issues in the relaxed and beautiful atmosphere on the balcony at Gecko House by Currumbin Creek. Read more...
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Gecko Regen's Team Building "Retreat"
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Gecko Regen held its inaugural “Retreat” for over 20 of its staff at Bornhoffen PCYC, in the beautiful Numinbah Valley on 17-18 November 2009. It was (and continues to be) an extremely powerful event providing direction, strengthening bonds and increasing morale for our employees. Read more...
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The “Life Changing Docos” group are presenting the second in a series of documentaries at the Gold Coast Arts Centre on March 10. Foodmatters is a hard-hitting, fast paced look at our current state of health. Read more...
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Conservation Councils Round Table
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Gecko representatives recently attended two of the three days of discussion between the conservation councils from around the State, facilitated by the Queensland Conservation Council. These Round Tables used to be held regularly and were sorely missed when funding for them disappeared for a time. Read more...
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Sustainable Planning Act Forum
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Around 30 people attended a recent community forum hosted by Gecko to investigate the changes of this act from the old Integrated Planning Act. Forum presenters gave an excellent overview and highlighted areas needed for future campaigning. Read more...
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A global social experiment has been developing to create sustainable communities and is a recent response to challenges posed by climate change and peak oil. The Transition Handbook is an ambitious resource that begins with setting out the background to the movement and profiles a number of transition initiatives in the UK, NZ and Australia. Read more... |
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We use water all the time in our daily lives yet are little aware about the impact of water usage on the production of products we eat, wear and use. You will be amazed! Read more... |
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Stormwater harvesting gains ground
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An innovative and holistic initiative has been tested in the NSW town of Orange for the past year. The council was the first in NSW to adopt harvested stormwater on a large scale in preference of individual rainwater tanks. This processed water is then reticulated back into the town supply and has huge potential to ease water shortage problems. Read more... |
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Richmond Birdwing Butterfly Workshop
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A free community workshop will be held at Ingleside State School in the Tallebudgera Valley to learn about this rare butterfly and provide information about how to assist in its survival. RSVP ASAP and receive a free butterfly vine. Read more...
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The koala gets its name from an ancient Aboriginal word meaning “no drink” because it receives over 90% of its hydration from the Eucalyptus leaves it eats. The koala is the only mammal, other than the Greater Glider and Ringtail Possum, which can survive on a diet of eucalyptus leaves. Read more...
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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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High energy-consuming desalination plants underpinning future water security for South East Queensland shows that the region’s population growth is unsustainable, say environmentalists. Read more...
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Breaking the bottled water habit
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As you sip on your next bottle of bought water, consider the numerous environmental issues generated by the massive rise in bottled water consumption. 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 a joining 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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