Make sustainability part of your daily grind Published on 01 October 2019 For billions of people around the world, enjoying a cup of freshly brewed coffee is part of their morning routine. But this daily ritual can have a significant social and environmental impact. The good news is, you don’t need to forgo the all-important pick-me-up beverage to make a positive difference. And, there’s no better day to start than today – International Coffee Day. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Environment
Biodiversity Month Published on 12 September 2019 Small woodland birds such as the Superb Fairywren have started disappearing from urban areas – here’s what we can do to help bring them back. Tagged as: , Environment
Sustainable Spring Published on 02 September 2019 Learn how to reduce your impact on the environment, save money on energy bills and meet like-minded people from September to November. Tagged as: , Environment, Events & Activities
Australia’s biggest weekend of garage sales is coming to Onkaparinga Published on 30 August 2019 Stuff — we all have it and despite a yearly spring clean, we continue to be surrounded by it. Have you ever asked yourself if you need all that stuff, or considered what might be your trash is another person’s treasure? Tagged as: , Environment, Events & Activities
Charge up in McLaren Vale Published on 29 August 2019 Drivers of electric vehicles have a new spot to power up their engines in Adelaide’s south. Three electric vehicle charging stations have been installed in the carpark of the McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Visitor Information Centre. Tagged as: , Environment
No butts on beaches Published on 23 July 2019 No butts about it, cigarettes are making the ocean sick, with toxins poisoning aquatic eco systems and filters killing sea birds and fish. But these vulnerable creatures have a champion. Or rather, an army of them. Tagged as: , Community, Environment
Getaway in your own backyard Published on 23 July 2019 Within the southern Mount Lofty Ranges is a landscape to rival anywhere in the world, with its spectacular vistas, rugged ridges and a river gorge teeming with life. Welcome to Onkaparinga River National Park. Tagged as: , Environment, Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle
Bringing families together naturally Published on 23 July 2019 From the back garden to the beach and exploring reserves, Onkaparinga is a natural playground all year round. Tagged as: , Community, Environment, Events & Activities
Solar-powered south Published on 21 May 2019 Up to 1,250 solar panels will soon be installed on council buildings, slashing emissions and costs. Tagged as: , Council, Environment
Top honour for young filmmakers Published on 01 March 2019 Onkaparinga youth take out the Best Documentary award for their climate change film at the Fleurieu Film Festival. Tagged as: , Environment