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BREAZE Inc. is not-for-profit association committed to reducing Ballarat's greenhouse gas emissions through renewable energy and community action.

Find out more at http://www.breaze.org.au/ • An ACNC registered charity that fund raises to assist regional not for profits access renewable energy resources
• Manages Smart Living Ballarat (SLB) monthly talks - every fourth Wednesday 12:30-1:30 visit SLB facebook for details
• Hosts Ballarat Green Drinks - Third Thursday of the month 6:30-8pm at the Bunch of Grapes Hotel, 401 Pleasant St South, Ballarat
• Organises community events focused on sustainable living and Ballarat's Net Zero Emissions 2030 target

30/10/2026

The BREAZE Public Fund has been running a charitable fundraising appeal called Social Solar with the aim of making funds available for not-for-profit community groups to invest in renewable energy projects that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, reduce energy costs and provide social benefits.

Examples of projects that have been funded in the past have been rooftop solar systems for social housing, charity thrift shops and disability sector workshops.

Expressions of Interest are now sought from eligible organisations for grants of up to $4,000 for these projects, closing 30th November 2026.

Find out more here --> https://breaze.org.au/social-solar-grants-application

27/10/2026

BREAZE is turning 20!

And we reckon that's worth getting everyone together for!

It's been quite a journey since BREAZE first got going in 2006. There have been big ideas, lotsa hard work, some terrific achievements and a whole lot of wonderful people who've helped make BREAZE what it is today.

Now we'd love to get everyone together to celebrate, share a few stories and have a good chat about what the next 20 years might bring.

And we'd especially love you to be there.

If you've been involved with BREAZE over the years, please come along. We'd love to see you again, hear what you've been up to and reminisce a little. And if you're new to BREAZE, we'd be delighted to meet you!

📅 Saturday 21 November | 2.00–4.30pm
📍 Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

It's free, but please book so we know you're coming.

🎟️ Book your place: https://www.trybooking.com/DRADI

26/10/2026

Did you know Smart Living Ballarat have an online community group on Facebook?

Their focus is looking at ways to live smarter, lower our environmental impact and ease the cost of living! A space to talk about your environmental knowledge, news, concerns and suggestions for improving our environment and living a smarter life.

Our environment, health and wellbeing are the most important matters affecting everyone today, and we need to work together, we can make a difference and we’re here to support each other each step of the way.

Knowledge is power, which is why we are asking you to take a moment to join and invite your friends and family to join too 🙏

We hope you will find this group useful, positive, impactful and inspiring. You can join here --> https://www.facebook.com/groups/333444927074467

BREAZE is proud to auspice and support of this hands-on sustainability initiative in our region. See

23/10/2026

In addition to their regular Saturday shift (last Saturday of the monBallarat Repair Cafe are now open every second Thursday. Their next Thursday shift will be Thursday the 12th of November.

Thursdays require a booking so email them at [email protected] to secure your spot.

So if you have a broke item, you have been meaning to get fixed, Ballarat Repair Cafe is here to help!

No bookings are required for the last Saturday of the month shifts and they run from 1-4pm at Barkly Square. The next one is Saturday the 31st of October.

BREAZE is proud to auspice and support of this hands-on sustainability initiative in our region.

20/10/2026

Breaze Inc. is looking for passionate, skilled, and community-minded individuals to join our Committee of Management.

As a committee member, you will help guide BREAZE's strategic direction, ensure sound governance, and champion inclusive community action on climate and energy.

Please take a read of the role description and reach out to us if this may be something you are interested in --> https://breaze.org.au/committee-member-role

16/10/2026

Here at BREAZE we are committed to providing helpful advice on how to transition to more sustainable ways of living while also saving you money.

You can now view some of these recourses on our YouTube channel.
Such as;
'Cheap Eats" - Find out how to slash your grocery bill and eat for cheap! --> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6sKwdy-Udo

You can find our full library here with more to come --> https://www.youtube.com/

14/10/2026

Spring is the perfect time to tackle those home projects you’ve been putting off.

Whether you’re fixing a leaky tap, refreshing a room with paint, building extra storage, or finally sealing those draughty windows, there’s no need to buy every tool you’ll only use once.

At Ballarat Tool Library you can borrow the tools you need, save money, reduce waste, and get stuck into those DIY projects with confidence.

A few ideas to get you started this season:
• Paint a room
• Build shelves or storage
• Repair fences and gates
• Clean gutters
• Pressure wash outdoor areas
• Re-grout the bathroom
• Prune the garden

They are open Tuesday and Thursday 4pm-6pm and Saturday 10am-12pm atBarkly Square

Find out more about Ballarat Tool Library here ---> https://www.ballarattoollibrary.org/

BREAZE is proud to auspice and support of this hands-on sustainability initiative in our region.

09/10/2026

Has the cost of groceries got you wondering what a pinecone might taste like? 🫣🫠

At this month's free Smart Living Ballarat workshop they will show you how to make great, nutritious meals from scraps; saving you money on your grocery bills (and helping to reduce food waste) ♻️

From chutneys, soups, stir fry to vinegar, we will take you through recipes and solutions to the everyday food scraps you might usually just throw away!

Grab your FREE ticket now 🎟️
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/.../cooking-with-scraps...

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Ballarat, VIC

Opening Hours

Thursday	12pm - 1pm
Saturday	11am - 12pm

Website

http://www.breaze.org.au/

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