Gouldian Finch
January - June 2007
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Seminar: Climate Change: what are local governments liable for? Dr Philippa England Date: Thursday 28 June 2007 View the flyer here. |
Fieldtrip to ToolernWe have arranged a field trip to Toolern/Eynesbury (Melton shire) for any interested OEP students. Melton has made a firm commitment to a sustainable future that will involve creating a six star environmentally conscious city that will be able to cater for the demands of its projected massive population increase of up to 100,000 people in the next two decades. A senior strategic town planner from the Melton shire will be giving a briefing, followed by a visit to the site itself and a byo-picnic on the golf course. There will be ample opportunity to ask questions. Thursday 2nd August 8:30am (meeting point to be advised) There is no charge, but bookings are essential - please contact us to reserve a place. More details of the development can be found at: Many thanks to Ben S. for arranging this. |
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World Environment Day LunchTuesday 5th June View the flyer here |
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A forum that seeks to address the changing perceptions of water in the Australian landscape. Global warming will drive major change in our relationship to the environment. How should society respond? What will be the impact on how we value and use water? An opportunity to discuss these critical issues. |
Dry Earth and Flooded PlainsTuesday 5th June 2007 View the flyer here. |
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Water, Energy and Climate Change Futures: Australia and China 22-23 May 2007 The University of Melbourne OEP Students can register for the conference at the reduced student rate of $20 per day. |
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Plane Tree ForumDr Anna Hurlimann, Lecturer in Urban Planning, will lead an open discussion on: The feasibility of water recycling. Tuesday 15th May 5.00pm - 7.00pm Deep Dish Cafe, School of Graduate Studies All are welcome, and light refreshments will be provided. View the flyer here, and find out more about Dr Anna Hurlimann here. |
Water: Australia's Election Issue 2007? seriesThe Future of the Murray Darling Basin Under Commonwealth Direction Professor John Langford 'Water for the Environment' under a Federal Model: Australia's Election Issue 2007? Associate Professor Lee Godden Tuesday 27th March, 5:30pm All forums will be held in the Public Policy Lecture Theatre, 2nd Floor, 234 Queensberry Street, Carlton. Click here for more venue information. |
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ECO - MINDSApplications are currently being sought for Eco-Minds, a competition which offers three university students the opportunity to represent Australia at an international youth forum on sustainable development. |
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Water for the future - is recycling the answer?Dr Anna Hurlimann For more information please visit http://www.simonbatterbury.net/seminars.htm |
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PENThe Postgraduate Environment Network has a number of events coming up. All are welcome to attend. Please click here for more info. |
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Australian Climate Change Education Network (ASCENT) Public Lecture
ASCENT is presenting a public lecture at Melbourne University by a speaker personally trained by Al Gore, to speak about the very topical issue of climate change. Click here for more details.
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Hearing the Intangible - Ethics and Spirituality of Subsistence Communities A Soundscape Presentation Dr Kumi Kato The soundwork included in this presentation is by Dr Ros Bandt Click here for a copy of the session flyer Friday 23rd February 2007 Harold White Theatre, Arts Centre |
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Environmental Advocacy - how sustainable policy can solve our urban water crisis Kate Noble Australian Conservation Foundation Click here for a copy of the session flyer Friday 23rd February 2007 Harold White Theatre, Arts Centre |
