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Central Queensland’s largest environmental event is back in 2021 and on this Sunday at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.
Ecofest aims to educate residents to better understand their impact on the environment and to empower them into making changes towards a sustainable life.
Traditionally held on the first Sunday in June to coincide with World Environment Day, this year’s event will be on Sunday, June 6 from 10am-3pm.
Councillor Desley O’Grady said Ecofest was a perfect event for anyone to attend, as it incorporated both fun and educational elements.
“Attendees will be able to enjoy a fun day out with kids activities, educational workshops from leaders in gardening and sustainability as well as eco-market stalls, a plant sale, food vans, live music and even an appearance by the Plastic Free Mermaid, Kate Nelson,” Mrs O’Grady said.
“The tour provides an opportunity to learn about scar trees, natural medicines, language, culture and much more through the lens of the First Nation people.”
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The Gladstone Regional Council is offering community members a unique opportunity to rub shoulders with the nationâs most talented artists.
GRC is inviting budding and established artists to apply for funding during a special round of the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF).
Applicants will apply under the Developing Regional Skills category for community members to attend the Regional Arts Australia national conference Artlands, set to be held in Launceston on from September 1 to 3, 2021.
A regional art gathering for two decades, this yearâs Artlands heralds a new approach to the delivery of this national event, which is set to be curated alongside existing festivals, exhibitions and gatherings.