Gippsland Climate Change Network

15/06/2026

Gippsland — It’s on!
Tickets for the Gippsland New Energy Conference 2026 are available now.

Join us on the 18–19 of August at the Gippsland Preforming Arts Centre, Precinct, Traralgon for GNEC 2026. Gippsland’s flagship forum for renewable energy collaboration, industry leadership, and community dialogue.

🎫 Register before tickets sell out! https://gnec.com.au/registration/

Generously supported by Star of the South, GNEC is thrilled to also offer a limited number of FREE Community and Education Passes, to reduce financial barriers, so more people can be part of the conversation about Gippsland’s energy future.

Find more information, registration options and FAQ about the Community and Education passes at the bottom of the registration page.

11/06/2026

🌱 Calling All Sustainable Stallholders! 🌱

The Baw Baw Sustainability Network is excited to announce the launch of our new Futures Market – a community market celebrating sustainability, local resilience, creativity, and a greener future.

Held on the fourth Saturday of each month at the Uniting Church in Campbell Street Yarragon, the Futures Market will bring together people, products, ideas and community initiatives that support a more sustainable future.

Visitors will be able to:
☀️ Learn about renewable energy and practical ways to reduce household emissions
🌱 Discover community gardening and local food-growing initiatives
🧶 Take part in, and learn about, sustainable arts and crafts
🤝 Meet members of the Baw Baw Sustainability Network and learn about local sustainability projects
♻️ Explore sustainable products and services
💡 Share ideas and connect with others interested in building a more resilient community

We're seeking stallholders whose products, services, or activities reflect sustainable values, including:

♻️ Upcycled, recycled and repurposed goods
🌿 Environmentally friendly products
🧵 Handmade and ethically produced items
🌱 Plants, seeds and gardening products
🍯 Local food and produce
🔧 Repair, reuse and circular economy initiatives
💡 Sustainable living products and services

Whether you're a maker, grower, artist, educator, community organisation or sustainability-focused business, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Interested in having a stall? Send us a message for further details.

Together, let's build a thriving sustainable future for Baw Baw! 🌏💚

11/06/2026

A great opportunity for women in Gippsland!
Tradeswomen Australia is seeking Expressions of Interest from women interested in exploring careers in Australia's growing clean energy sector across Gippsland.
Powering Her Pathway provides a road map for women interested in entering clean energy trades - starting with a 6-week FREE tailored vocational training course at TAFE Gippsland, then support to find a placement, apprenticeship or job in a skilled clean energy position across the Gippsland region. 🚀
Whether you're considering a career change, leaving school, returning to the workforce, or simply curious about the trades, Powering Her Pathway can help you take the next step.
The clean energy industry is creating exciting new opportunities for skilled tradeswomen, and we want to see more women leading the way in shaping Australia's sustainable future. 🌱⚡
Ready to find out what's possible?
📧 Get in touch with the team: [email protected]
Learn more about Powering Her Pathway and how it can support your journey into clean energy trades: https://tradeswomenaus.com/.../curr.../powering-her-pathway/

06/06/2026

Registrations are now open for GNEC Academy 2026 — don’t miss out.

GNEC Academy gives young people in Gippsland the opportunity to explore careers in renewable energy, connect with industry leaders, and experience the Gippsland New Energy Conference firsthand.

Open to Years 10–12 students and young people from all backgrounds up to the age of 22 yrs. The program is designed to support youth participation in the region’s growing new energy sector.

Thanks to AGL, the program is free to attend, with lunch provided and travel support available where needed.

Schools and individuals are encourged to apply
Applications close 10 June 2026.
Apply here: https://forms.office.com/r/pH12GUr2x5

05/06/2026

02/06/2026

Meet Mandy, discovering the possibilities of a career in the renewable energy industry in Gippsland.

02/06/2026

Perfect weather to talk about keeping your home warm.

🌱 Curious about making your home more sustainable?

Whether you’re thinking about solar, trying to cut energy bills, or just want a warmer home in winter (and cooler in summer), our Sustainable Living Series Webinars can help.

This year, we're partnering with other Gippsland councils and Renew to offer a free program of 12 webinars throughout the year, designed to help residents make informed choices about their homes.

We've already done four - covering off solar and home batteries, all-electric homes and electric vehicles - and this month we'll cover off on how to make your home (whether you rent it or own it) more comfortable through winter. ❄️

The webinars are led by independent experts and include time for questions, so you can get advice that suits your situation.

👉 View the full program and register: https://brnw.ch/21x2Zd6

Small changes at home can make a real difference for your household and for our environment.

Sustainability Gippsland Seed Community Garden Sale Neighbourhood House inc Maffra Neighbourhood House Heyfield Community Resource Centre South Gippsland Shire Council Latrobe City Council East Gippsland Shire Council Bass Coast Shire Council Gippsland Times ABC Gippsland The Bridge -Local News

01/06/2026

Renewables are making a big difference by bringing down the cost of living and reducing the risks of climate change.

As the cost of polluting energy skyrockets, investment in local clean energy & battery storage is bringing bills down 😎

Can't blockade the wind, can't run out of sunshine!

Full story here https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/may/26/power-bills-drop-fall-australia-energy-default-market-offer

31/05/2026

31/05/2026

Supporting Victoria’s energy transition with projects that deliver reliable and affordable energy, and reforms that give communities a voice and provide certainty for investors.