Get active with online sustainability workshops

30 April 2025

Hawkesbury City Council has partnered with Good for the Hood through their @HOME program to provide a new series of free online workshops about improving sustainability in your home, such as saving money by reducing energy and water usage, low waste living, composting, and creating impact in your garden.

The @HOME program is an initiative which simplifies sustainability into behaviours and actions that anyone can do.

To attend these free events, register as a Hawkesbury resident on the Good for the Hood @HOME program website: https://tinyurl.com/hawkesbury-at-home. Once your profile is registered, you'll be able to watch all the upcoming @HOME workshops, along with recordings of previous workshops.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

Sustainable House Day

Friday 2 May, 6.30-7.30pm

Join Good for the Hood’s Jo Taranto, Renew’s Dick Clarke and Helen Oakey, as we kick off Sustainable House Day 2025. Jo Taranto will explore how sharing real-world solutions, from open homes to neighbourly meet-ups, can spark powerful ripple effects and inspire real community change. You’ll also hear what’s new for Sustainable House Day 2025, including a spotlight on retrofits and electrification.

Mindful Solutions

Thursday 22 May, 12-1pm

Join expert speaker Cooper Chapman as he shares sustainable mental health habits that foster a healthier relationship with the environment. We’ll talk about daily practices, emotional tools and how to create a culture of care that empowers the next generation. At this event, we will be exploring the rise of eco-anxiety in young people and how we can respond with compassion, clarity, and practical tools for mental wellbeing. Can you care about the planet and protect your peace of mind? Absolutely. From gratitude and mindfulness to mindset shifts that build resilience, we’ll uncover how to support young people in navigating climate concerns with confidence and hope.

Storage on Wheels

Thursday 12 June, 12-1pm

Join energy expert Bjorn Sturmberg as he unpacks the exciting role of bi-directional charging in shaping a more sustainable and cost-efficient future. Learn how bi-directional electric vehicles (EVs) could transform your energy use, save you money, and reduce your carbon footprint. Imagine a world where your EV doesn't just get you from point A to point B, but also powers your home and reduces your energy costs. Bi-directional charging is the future, and it's closer than you think!

Leaving Lightly: Sustainable Estate Planning

Wednesday 16 July, 6-7pm

Join expert speakers as they unpack sustainable approaches to end-of-life planning, covering decluttering with purpose, eco-friendly funeral choices, and how to make informed decisions for yourself and your loved ones. Can you plan for the future in a way that aligns with your values? Absolutely. From ways to rehome sentimental belongings to funeral options that are kinder to the planet, we’ll explore how to leave a lasting impact without leaving a heavy footprint.