Formed in 2011, the Eastern Alliance for Sustainable Learning (EASL) is now comprised of seven member Councils from Melbourne’s east (Boroondara, Knox, Monash, Manningham, Maroondah, Whitehorse and Yarra Ranges). EASL provides professional development, learning and networking opportunities for early years, primary and secondary schools throughout the year.

See our upcoming activities below or go to the activities section for more information.
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Upcoming Opportunities

EASL’s most popular event of the year is back!
The Learning for Sustainability Conference 2025
Early Bird tickets close December 20th!
The conference offers professional development and networking opportunities for early years, school and community members interested in living and acting more sustainability. Our morning Keynote Speaker Millie Ross, is Head of Research and a presenter from ABC’s Gardening Australia and Dr Bronwyn Gresham, CEO Psychology for a Safe Climate who will present is our afternoon keynote presentation. They are experts in their field that will delight attendees (find out more on our events page).

Plus enjoy our incredible workshop selection and exhibitors from all areas of sustainability.
Friday 28th February 2025, 9am – 3.30pm

Book Here

Join your fellow ResourceSmart Schoolers at one of our Progress Workshops hosted at a different RSS school each term. It’s an opportunity to network with other RSS teachers, get help from the RSS Facilitators with anything on your RSS journey, guest speakers and more. Gain 6 hours of valuable PL with morning tea and lunch provided!

EASL Humanitix Event Page

Want to learn more about becoming a ResourceSmart School, and how EASL can support your school’s sustainability goals?
Book in a 15min consultation with EASL coordinator, Dr Annette Anderson

Book Here

EASL acknowledges the Wurundjeri and other Kulin Nations as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of these lands. We pay our respects to all Elders, past, present, and emerging, who have been, and always will be, integral to the story of our region. We proudly share custodianship to care for Country together.