Join us for a fun and colourful freeform abstract painting workshop using no plastic items for Plastic Free July.This is a fun and colourful freeform abstract painting workshop using no plastic items for Plastic Free July.Marie Wilkinson, a visual artist, will teach you what she has coined 'The Freedom Technique' of applying paint to canvas.The tools will be upcycled items, […]
Come join us for 30 minutes of interactive rhymes and songs and stories about nature and animals.Looking for a fun and engaging weekend activity with your little one?Come along to our special weekend rhyme time at the Canning Eco Education Centre!In this lively 30-minute session, you and your child will enjoy a playful mix of rhymes, songs, and interactive stories […]
Come and learn all about earthworms.Learn why earthworms so important to our world. You will be able to hold worms and look at them close up with magnifiers. Then make a worm pack to take home.Suitable for ages 5 to 12 years. Please only book tickets for participating children. Children must be accompanied by a parent/carer.This event has limited tickets, […]
Learn to create a variety of homemade personal care products.In order to eliminate toxins and packaging waste from your lifestyle, this hands-on Donut Waste workshop introduces a wide range of homemade products as natural, eco-friendly, and cost-effective alternatives to store-bought items. Get information on materials, best practices, and how to sustainably source local ingredients.Products featured include dry shampoo, lip balm, […]
Learn how to create nutrient-rich compost that will help your garden thrive.Learn all about composting methods and the value of compost in your garden with Robyn Brown from 'Waste is my Resource'. Robyn will demonstrate the set-up of each method.Food scraps and garden prunings are far too valuable for your soil to throw them in your landfill bin, and composting […]
Experience ancient Noongar healing practices and using native plants for health and well being.Join Djirrily Dreaming to experience ancient Noongar healing practices and using native plants for health and well being.Suitable for adults only.As places are limited, if you can't attend after making a booking, please cancel your ticket.
Learn how to use a worm farm to transform household food scraps into food for your garden.Join Kevin and Debbie from The Worm Shed for a FREE workshop covering all aspects of earthworms, worm farming and the roles worms play in recycling and waste management, as well as the set-up, operation and maintenance of a worm farm.There will be worms […]
Join Cristina from Solstice Fibre in this beginner friendly hands-on workshop and enjoy all things crafty and artsy.Needle felting bees, bugs and butterflies.A beginner-friendly workshop perfect for children 8- 13 years who enjoy all things crafty and artsy.Expect a beautiful blend of creativity, hands-on learning, mindful and sustainable making in a relaxed and supportive environment.Children will be guided step by […]
Join Robyn from Waste Is My Resource to learn some simple tips to create a healthy winter vegetable garden.Learn some simple tips to create a healthy winter vegetable garden with Robyn Brown from Waste Is My Resource.Topics covered will include: life in the soil, soil preparation, water requirements, composting and fertilising, whether to use seeds or seedlings, what plants to […]
Learn about solar panels and if they are right for your house. Buying solar panels can be a confusing process. At this workshop you will find out what to look for in a reputable solar and battery installer and how to get a good quote. You will also learn how to pick a system that will work for your circumstances […]
Learn about solar panels and if they are right for your house.Buying solar panels can be a confusing process. At this workshop you will find out what to look for in a reputable solar and battery installer and how to get a good quote. You will also learn how to pick a system that will work for your circumstances and […]
Get tips for planning a road-trip in an electric vehicle.This presentation is perfect for people planning a road-trip in an electric vehicle and would like to know some tricks and tips to make it a successful holiday.Andrew Moore from Life Cycle Logic will share his experiences of going on EV road-trips around Western Australia with his young family and teach […]
Join us in this workshop and have all your EV questions answered.Electric vehicles are a hot topic right now. There is lots of conflicting information which might be making it hard for you to work out whether an EV would work for you. Come along to have all your EV questions answered, including:· Types of electric vehicles and how they […]
Learn how to create a rag rug from old textiles.Rag weaving is a wonderful way to take old textiles and give them new life. Come to this workshop to learn how to create your very own rag rug that’s truly unique.If you have old sheets/doona covers to share, please bring them to the workshop and learn how to repurpose them […]
Want to turn your verge into a low-maintenance haven with native plants?Hear from Robyn Brown (Waste Is My Resource) about how to get your native verge garden growing.Topics covered will include the benefits of verge planting, getting started, City of Canning policies, and available assistance.For more information about choosing native plants check out the Waterwise Plant tool by Water Corporation, […]
Learn all about fermenting and making your own healthy, probiotic rich foods.Fermented foods are packed full of enzymes, vitamins, minerals and probiotics, which have a myriad of health benefits. These goodies assist gut health by promoting the growth of healthy flora in the intestine, enhancing the digestibility of foods. Fermenting is a great way to preserve food while still keeping […]
We all know what a tree is but what makes them unique and special?Cockatoo KIDs will explore the trees in the Canning River Regional Park looking closely to discover surprising features that make them different from others. We will also learn how trees nurture wildlife and support the ecosystem.Come along and be immersed in the sights, sounds and smells of […]
Learn all about saving water in your home.Do you worry about water availability into the future?Would you like to learn more about saving water in your home?This Ecoburbia workshop will cover rainwater and greywater systems, and reducing water use in the garden. Plus many simple water saving tips you can apply in your home.You will leave feeling more confident you […]
Electrikhana is a free annual event held by the Australian Electric Vehicle Association (AEVA) and supported by the City of Canning, to promote the benefits of electric vehicles (EVs). Talks and workshops will be held inside the centre, while a range of EVs will be parked outside for the curious. Electrify Everything WA will also be in attendance, discussing the […]
Join us for a hands-on session showing healthy, microbe-rich soil holds water and reduces irrigation.Learn how healthy soils act like a sponge to retain water and reduce garden irrigation needs. This hands-on session explores the role of soil microbes in water retention, includes live microbe viewing, and demonstrates water infiltration and compaction tests. Participants will discover simple ways to grow […]
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