Make Sustainability Your Business - new guided program
2025-05-07 08:00 - 2025-06-05 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
Make Sustainability Your Business is a new guided program for school business leaders to reduce their school’s environmental impact and build resilience through best business practice.
The program is led by Leaders for Sustainability Inc with the financial support from the Eastern Alliance for Sustainable Learning. All schools in the council regions of Knox, Manningham, Boroondara, Whitehorse, Monash, Maroondah and Yarra Ranges will be eligible to join the program for a nominal fee. Places will be limited, and schools will need to apply through an Expression of Interest process (closes 28th March).
In this first pilot year of the program, participants will have access to an initial introductory on-line meeting, a one-day intensive workshop, one-on one coaching and a range of downloadable resources, checklists, and templates to help schools reduce their ecological impact, develop an action plan for mitigation and adaptation, and create a school sustainability report!
AIMS – help you and your school develop a sustainability action plan, reduce your school’s environmental impact, and create a school sustainability report
WHEN:
7th May 2025 – Onboarding Intro Online
Friday, 6 June 2025 – Full day Workshop
(Times and venue to be advised)
For more information head to: Make Sustainability Your Business
www.leadersforsustainability.com
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Term 2 Beyond Net Zero Meeting - hosted at Luther College
2025-06-23 10:00 - 15:00
Is your school interested in sustainability? Are you interested in working towards net zero?
If yes, you’re invited to join a network of schools who are interested in climate adaptation and mitigation, or sustainability more generally! It doesn’t matter if you are just starting out or well established. This network is about sharing ideas, advice and support. Is your school interested in sustainability? Are you interested in working towards net zero? This network is about sharing ideas, advice and support. Host school Luther College will take you through their sustainability journey, as well as guest speakers presentation around circular economy practices and plenty of time to network with a like minded community.
This network is co-facilitated by Eastern Alliance for Sustainable Living (EASL) and Environment Education Victoria (EEV).
There are lots of great reasons for us wanting to establish this network! Here are a few of them:

provide the opportunities for schools (in similar situations) to share what they’re doing, to inspire and support each other, and to workshop challenges together
For EEV and EASL to support these schools to be leaders in sustainability, and in climate action and mitigation, to inspire and share with other schools and communities across the state
Anyone from your school is welcome to attend. We have had Teachers, Principals, Business Managers and Finance Officers at past meetings.

Term 2 ResourceSmart Schools Progress Workshop - hosted Camberwell Grammar School
2025-06-30 09:30 - 15:00
Join your fellow ResourceSmart Schools for a progress workshop hosted by Camberwell Grammar School
Our term 2 progress workshop will involve:

Tour of the school showcasing their sustainability initiatives
Guest presenter
Time to network with other local ResourceSmart Schools
Time to get help from the RSS Facilitators with anything on your RSS journey
Morning tea and lunch will be provided
Attendee numbers will be capped at 25
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements via the booking form.

Come along to our Term 2 progress workshop and find your RSS community!
NB This event is for ResourceSmart Schools only. Click here for more information on ResourceSmart Schools.

Whitehorse Teacher Environment Network (TEN) Meeting - Term 3
2025-08-13 16:30 - 18:00 | Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve, Mitcham
Join us at the Whitehorse Teacher Environment Network (TEN) Meeting. Wed, 13 Aug, 4:30pm – 6pm. Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve, Mitcham.
Meet like-minded teachers and principals and learn more about how Council and The Eastern Alliance for Sustainable Learning (EASL) supports schools.
Following the meeting we will head out to the park for a possum prowl spotlighting session, led by Whitehorse Council’s Environment Education Team. Bring a notebook, torch, and weather dependent gear. Afternoon tea provided.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Registration at: https://events.humanitix.com/whitehorse-teacher-environment-network-ten-meeting

Term 4 ResourceSmart Schools Progress Workshop - hosted Glendal Primary School
2025-10-23 09:15 - 15:00
Join your fellow ResourceSmart Schools for a progress workshop hosted by Glendal Primary School
Our term 4 progress workshop will involve:

Tour of the school showcasing their sustainability initiatives and journey towards 5 stars
Guest presenter – Rethink Recycle!
Time to network with other local ResourceSmart Schools
Time to get help from the RSS Facilitators with anything on your RSS journey
Morning tea and lunch will be provided
Attendee numbers will be capped at 25
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements via the booking form.

Come along to our Term 4 progress workshop and find your RSS community!
NB This event is for ResourceSmart Schools only. Click here for more information on ResourceSmart Schools.

Beyond Net Zero Network Meeting Term 4 2025 - St Columba's College
2025-11-13 10:00 - 14:00
Is your school interested in sustainability? Are you interested in working towards net zero?
If yes, you’re invited to join a network of schools who are interested in climate adaptation and mitigation, or sustainability more generally! It doesn’t matter if you are just starting out or well established. This network is about sharing ideas, advice and support. Anyone staff or parents from you school is welcome to attend.
Circular Economy is the new buzz word for the environment. The Victorian government’s Circular Economy Policy will influence the ResourceSmart Schools program and all aspects of our lives. There are lots of opportunities to save money on resources, promote design thinking and develop problem solving skills.
St Columba’s in Essendon is hosting the Term 4 Beyond Net Zero Network meeting, and you can hear about how they teach and implement Circular Economy concepts.
The program includes presentations on St Columba’s Precious Plastics Program and from Moonee Valley Sustainability group a local community group that has connected with the College. Hear about the possibilities of working with active community groups and how this can enhance learning. There’ll also be a tour of the College showing their other environmental programs, a delicious lunch, and opportunities to network with colleagues.
This network is co-facilitated by Eastern Alliance for Sustainable Living (EASL) and Environment Education Victoria (EEV).

Learning for Sustainability Conference 2026
2026-02-27 09:00 - 15:30 | Hawthorn Arts Centre
The Learning for Sustainability Conference offers professional development and networking opportunities for early years, school and community members interested in living and acting more sustainability.
We are excited to announce our Keynote Speaker is Cate McQuillen. Cate is the National Environmental Educator of the Year 2025 and Emmy-award winning Australian co-creator of the much loved animated stories of dirtgirlworld and its live action series, Get Grubby TV. A talented weaver of stories, Cate can tell a story with equal power whether she’s on stage or on screen. By drawing on her love of nature, she helps her audience explore the world, where we belong in it and when and how we can shape it. She is committed to the notion that ideas, words, and actions can influence a generation.
The day will motivate and inspire all who attend. Join us for a workshops and browse the foyer to hear from education for sustainability providers. For the full list of our workshops head to: https://easl.com.au/the-lfs-conference-2026-workshop-list-is-live/
Thank you to our major sponsors Container Deposit Scheme Vic.

Say Cheese for Trees Competition
2026-02-27 17:00 - 2026-06-26 23:30
Create an advertisement for trees.  “Why do we need more trees?”
The Eastern Alliance for Sustainable Learning (EASL) and Blackburn & District Tree Preservation Society are excited to announce our ‘Say cheese for Trees’ competition.
If the Earth did not have trees, it is possible that humans would not exist. eg. carbon dioxide levels would be higher, oxygen would be lower, desertification would increase significantly over time. Our goal is to get more people to understand, appreciate, and share their knowledge of the importance of trees in our life, neighbourhood and planet.
We invite EASL secondary school students to submit a short ‘Gruen Pitch’ style advertisement for trees.
“Why do we need more trees?” Get creative and submit your videos (no longer than 1 min) using this application form by June 26th, ready for the winners to be announced on National School Tree Planting Day!
About us: The Blackburn and District Tree Preservation Society is a group of volunteers established to promote and improve the natural environment of the City of Whitehorse. Focusing in particular on the important roles that trees have in creating this unique neighbourhood. They have been in existence since 1959.
The Eastern Alliance for Sustainable Learning (EASL) is made up of seven member Councils from Melbourne’s east (Boroondara, Knox, Monash, Manningham, Maroondah, Whitehorse and Yarra Ranges). It was established in 2011. EASL provides professional development, learning and networking opportunities for early years, primary and secondary schools throughout the year.
About the competition
Secondary students are invited to work in groups of 1-4 students to create a short ‘Gruen Pitch’ style advertisement for trees. EASL Schools can submit a maximum 3 entries per school. Finalists will be screened at the 2026 Learning for Sustainability Conference
How to apply:
Upload your 1minute video to YouTube, you will change the ‘Visibility’ settings to unlisted.
This will then allow you to get a shareable link, that can be copied into the table below and then emailed to info@easl.com.au for the judging panel to review while keeping your video private from the public.
Complete this form and share it via email: info@easl.com.au

School

Name:
Address:

School location
(EASL Council area)
​​☐​Boroondara ​☐​ Knox ​☐​ Monash ​☐​ Manningham
​​☐​ Maroondah ​☐​ Whitehorse ​☐​Yarra Ranges

Supervising Teacher
(Primary contact)
Name:
Email:
Phone:

Is your school in the ResourceSmart Schools program?
​​☐​ Yes ​☐​ No Register here if not or contact us: info@easl.com.au

How many students in group?

Share your Video link here

Prizes:
1st place: Schools will receive a trophy plus $150 plant voucher from local Indigenous plant nursery. Students from the winning group will receive a solar charging unit (for iPhone or equivalent), a tripod (for camera or phone) and phone stand made from recycled plastic.
2nd place: Schools will receive a framed certificate plus $100 plant voucher from local Indigenous plant nursery. Students will receive a tripod (for camera or phone) and phone stand made from recycled plastic.
3rd place: Schools will receive a framed certificate plus $50 plant voucher from local Indigenous plant nursery. Students will receive a phone stand made from recycled plastic.
Every entry will be acknowledged and eligible for tube stock subject to availability.
All finalists will be showcased on the EASL website and at the Learning for Sustainability Conference 2027.
Applications close: Friday 26th June 2026 11.59pm
For more information, key dates, terms and conditions, and video submission tips check out: Say Cheese for Trees Ts&Cs Google Doc

The Change Room: Building your team
2026-04-23 16:15 - 17:30 | St Columba’s College, 2 Leslie Rd, Essendon, VIC, Australia
Ever wish you had half a day a week to work on ResourceSmart Schools? 🌱
Here’s the secret…
If you build a team around you, you’ll have way more than half a day.
And you’ll be amazed at what you can achieve together.
So… how do you build a team in a busy school?
✨ Join Geoff Paine and Mel Hatty for an entertaining, practical, and fun-filled hour where you’ll:

Learn evidence-based strategies to build a supportive sustainability team
Discover how to bring school leaders and colleagues on board
Explore ways to implement sustainability as a team (not on your own!)

Plus: food, laughs, great conversations, and plenty of networking with like-minded educators.
Who’s it for?
Teachers and school staff from Victorian schools who want to make sustainability achievable, shared, and genuinely enjoyable.
Learn more and book here: The Change Room: Building your team. | Environment Education Victoria
*Tickets free until 31st March

Sustainability Student Summit - Kew High School
2026-05-01 09:30 - 14:30 | Kew High School, 1393 Burke Rd, Kew East, VIC, 3102, Australia
Kew High School Sustainability Summit. Friday 1st May. 9:30-2:30pm.
Kew High School are proudly hosting this student summit again this year! See attached for more info. If you are interested in attending, please contact elise.dunstan@kew.vic.edu.au.

Term 2 ResourceSmart Schools Progress Workshop - hosted Kerrimuir Primary School
2026-05-14 09:30 - 15:00 | Kerrimuir Primary School, 178 Dorking Road, Box Hill North, VIC, Australia
Join your fellow ResourceSmart Schools for a progress workshop hosted by Kerrimuir Primary School
Our term 2 progress workshop will involve:

Tour of the school showcasing their sustainability initiatives including plastic recycling, nature trail, composting and beehives!
Gain 6hours of PL with a recognised certificate
Guest presenters
Time to network with other local ResourceSmart Schools
Time to get help from the RSS Facilitators with anything on your RSS journey
Morning tea and lunch will be provided
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements via the booking form.

Come along to our Term 2 progress workshop and find your RSS community! Secure your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/progress-workshop-term-2-2026
NB This event is for ResourceSmart Schools only. Click here for more information on ResourceSmart Schools.

Beyond Net Zero Network Meeting Term 3 2026 - Camberwell Girls Grammar School
2026-07-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Camberwell Girls Grammar School, Canterbury, VIC, Australia
Is your school interested in sustainability? Are you interested in working towards net zero?
If yes, you’re invited to join a network of schools who are interested in climate adaptation and mitigation, or sustainability more generally! It doesn’t matter if you are just starting out or well established. This network is about sharing ideas, advice and support. Anyone staff or parents from you school is welcome to attend.
Camberwell Girls Grammer School is hosting the Term 3 Beyond Net Zero Network meeting. (Stay tuned for more details!)
Secure your tickets here!

Term 3 ResourceSmart Schools Progress Workshop - joint hosted by Wandin Yallock and Wandin North Primary School
2026-08-17 09:30 - 15:00 | Wandin Yallock Primary School, 105 Beenak Rd, Wandin North, VIC, 3139, Australia
Join your fellow ResourceSmart Schools for a progress workshop joint hosted by Wandin Yallock Primary School and Wandin North Primary School
Our term 3 progress workshop will involve:

Tour of both schools showcasing their sustainability initiatives
Gain 6hours of PL with a recognised certificate
Guest presenter from FEAST
Time to network with other local ResourceSmart Schools
Time to get help from the RSS Facilitators with anything on your RSS journey
Morning tea and lunch will be provided
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements via the booking form.

Come along to our Term 3 progress workshop and find your RSS community!
NB This event is for ResourceSmart Schools only. Click here for more information on ResourceSmart Schools.
