Host of free events to be held leading up to World Environment Day
Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council is hosting several free events in the lead up to World Environment Day on Saturday, June 5.
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These events include environmental and sustainability workshops, talks and a screening of the award-winning film '2040'
The events run from 1-6 June and are online, in Braidwood and in Queanbeyan. Find out more about these events and links to register at bit.ly/WorldEnviroDayQPRC.
- Sustainable Fashion Online Workshop - Tuesday, June 1 from 11am-12pm online. Join us for a simple, yet powerful way to understand sustainability and transform your wardrobe.
- FrogID Bushfire Roadshow hosted by the Australian Museum - Wednesday, June 2 from 1.30-2.30pm at the Braidwood Servicemens Club. Learn more about the National Museum's FrogID project. Find out how frogs are informing drought and bushfire recovery in our region. After the talk, Donna Hazell - frog ecologist - will give us a run down on conservation opportunities for locals, including some of the best apps to use when out and about in your area.
- The Mysterious Platypus - QPRC's favourite Monotreme - Friday, June 4 from 1-2pm online. Join us for an online workshop with Geoff Williams from the Australian Platypus Conservancy and find out more about our fascinating platypus.
- Horticultural Heritage Walk - Friday, June 4 from 9.30-11am around Braidwood. A local expert on Braidwood's flora and fauna, Mary Appleby, will lead you to discover many fine trees that contribute to the town's heritage status. Meet at 9.30am at the Ryrie Park Rotunda.
- '2040' World Environment Day Screening - Saturday, June 5 from 5-7pm at The Q, Queanbeyan. Join us at The Q for World Environment Day. A free screening of the award-winning feature documentary '2040' will run with complimentary popcorn and time for comments and questions.
- River Clean-up with Molonglo Conservation Group - Sunday, June 6 from 10am-12pm in Queanbeyan. Meet us at Queen Elizabeth II Park at 10am before moving on to clean along the banks of the Queanbeyan River. Bring sunscreen, a hat and some gloves and help keep our rivers and waterways clean. There is a free sausage sizzle for all participants.
