If you care about plastic pollution and would like to learn more about the latest efforts to combat it, the Keep Australia Beautiful Annual Conference is 28 – 29 August.
One of the presenters will be our member Sarah-Jo Lobwein, from SO Shire, who’ll be discussing her amazing forensic study of litter at Sutherland Shire beaches. The focus of the conference is the challenge litter poses to our communities, ecosystems, and economies – and how within this challenge lies the potential for innovation, collaboration, and progress.
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If you care about our local koalas this film is one to watch. Why are our most loved marsupials facing extinction even as governments are announcing new strategies to protect them?
Upcoming screenings will be at the Dendy in Newtown on 20 June; Cremorne Orpheum on 27 June; and the Randwick Ritz on 30 June.
The Koalas takes audiences on a journey into the lives of individual koalas, led by charismatic characters Wonnie, Bexley, Tom, Baz, Coral and adorable joeys Hope and Pala. As these stories unfold so do the unique characteristics of koalas, their bond with their young, and wildlife carers they come into contact with.
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Many of the 35 Christmas beetle species found throughout Australia are brightly coloured or iridescent. Sadly, these beautiful beetles are disappearing.
Associate Professor Tanya Latty from the University of Sydney is exploring why, and what we can do to help. She is an entomologist with a special interest in insect behaviour and ecology. If you’re interested in finding out more, this talk at the Gymea Community Centre on Wednesday 19 June is free. The event is hosted by the Australia Plant Society Sutherland group, and visitors are very welcome.
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