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Island Arks Symposium
Sustainable use of island ecosystems requires strong inter-disciplinary knowledge bases including terrestrial and marine ecology, coastal engineering, fire ecology, invasive species management, waste management, communication and marketing, and environmental economics.
The Island Arks Symposium aims to bring together practitioners in these disciplines to identify, discuss and resolve management challenges; identifying pathways for long-term conservation of island ecosystems including sustainable use.
Further information and registration is available on www.islandarks.com.au
National Volunteers Week
The theme for National Volunteer Week is “Volunteers change our world”. Events will be held around Australia.
World Sustainable Building Conference (SB08)
SB08 Melbourne will continue a traditional focus on technical developments and case studies. CSIRO (Australia's national research organisation), leading universities and research groups in Australia and from around the world, are all expected to release new research.
How well the research community interacts with industry and government has a significant impact on the speed of technology transfer and adoption of sustainable development concepts and technologies. A high level of engagement will guarantee that communities can enjoy liveable, viable and connected built environments through generations.
SB08 has a multifaceted program that builds strong and effective linkages across stakeholder groups to advance sustainability knowledge and practice through market and industry transformation. Site visits of leading-edge Australian commercial, residential and industrial developments are planned.
Going Green Expo
Going Green Expo is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest products, services and new technologies available for every Australian industry and household to reduce environmental impact, greenhouse emissions, climate change and contribute to a healthier planet.
24th Australian Turfgrass Conference and Trade Exhibition
The Australian turf industry continues to be challenged by the effects of climate change (including water shortages and unpredictable weather), client demands for the best playing surfaces, shortages of qualified and experienced staff, reducing budgets and the responsibilities of being good environmental stewards. Further education and training is critical in adapting to the demands of change. The 24th Australian Turfgrass Conference provides turf mangers and their staff with a broad range of speakers and topics that will challenge the mind, promote discussion and debate and more than the occasional laugh. This year's conference is about 'Our New Tomorrow' and will look at the issues, challenges and the solutions of the next decade.
National Water Recycling and Reuse Conference
This year’s National Water Recycling & Reuse Technologies conference is focusing on the following areas:
- Advances in Water Recycling
- Current National Water Recycling Guidelines
- Victoria Government Water Plan • Water Reuse Infrastructure and Development
- Desalination & Membrane Technologies
- Public Concern on Water Quality
- Water Recycling from Storm water, Grey Water and Sewage Sources
- Recycled Water Pricing
- Indirect Potable Reuse National Project
- Managed Aquifer Recharge Project
- Managing Risks For Recycled Water
The conference will also feature current recycling projects, research developments and also best practice case studies, innovative presentations from leading industry experts and open discussions.
Genetically Modified Crops Summit
The conference aim is to assess the future opportunities and challenges of Australia's GM crop industry
Australian Grains Industry Conference
The Australian Grains Industry Conference is the premier annual grains industry event. The Conference is well attended by end users, marketers, bulk handlers, service providers, growers, government and R&D leaders.
Scinema: festival of science film
Scinema is an bi-annual science film festival which screens across Australia during National Science Week. It takes science and science films to regional and remote communities, city art galleries and museums. It aims to increase the public's understanding and appreciation of the role of science, technology and innovation in maintaining and improving our society, economy and the environment.
Coastcare Week
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