Green Lifestyle

Recently I was given a subscription to the Green Lifestyle magazine.  I would recommend it to everyone as it has great information and lots of practical things to do.

A great resource.

I would particularly recommend the latest edition as it contains a three page gem of an interview with David Suzuki.
 

The magazine also has a very useful online site.

 

 

 



AAEE Queensland - SE Qld Meeting Saturday 24th August

After a bit of a hiatus following the very successful Webinar earlier in the year (getting the work/family/voluntary balance back in line) our Qld Chapter - SE Qld group met today to discuss our strategic plan, communications plan including use of social media, and delivery of services to members.

In summary we:

• considered the national AAEE executive's strategic plan and considered what we could accomplish as a chapter
• considered our communications plan, agreeing we should place emphasis on the stories our membership could share given their wealth of experience in the field of environmental education; and we noted the role of social media in sharing stories (Facebook, linked in, twitter in particular)
• we discussed the financial resources of the chapter, recognising the contribution of the National Treasurer in the management of our funds and agreed to join the Joint Council of Queensland Teachers Association (JCQTA) www.jcqta.qld.edu.au - something we have been meaning to do for some time
• agreed to the re-designation of our roles to AAEE Queensland Chapter Support; reflecting the multi-skilling across our roles and the opportunistic nature of our voluntary efforts.

We recognise the contribution of Hilary Macleod to our planning session today.  Hilary, a long standing member of AAEE and past national secretary kindly shared her experience in using social media and knowledge of communication planning around environmental issues.  Thanks for your generosity Hilary!

We look forward to continue to serve our membership, advocate for environmental education for sustainability and support AAEE Queensland.
All our best,
Jo Kelly, Nichole Stephenson, (Hilary Macleod - advisor on social media) and Ron Holmes

Reef News

Water quality report card in  The number of growers, graziers and producers adopting improved management practices is on the rise with increases detailed in the  Reef Plan Report Card 2011. The recently released report card measures the progress towards Reef Plan 2009’s goals and targets.  A Scientific Consensus Statement released in June shows that despite efforts, poor water quality is continuing to have a detrimental effect on reef health. Keeping an Eye on the Reef The Eye on the Reef monitoring program has been launched enabling anyone who visits the Great Barrier Reef to contribute to its long-term protection. Download the free Eye on the Reef smart phone app from iTunes and Google play app stores — to send in real-time sightings while you're still out on the Reef, and simultaneously share those sightings with your Facebook friends. Keeping an Eye on the Reef The Eye on the Reef monitoring program has been launched enabling anyone who visits the Great Barrier Reef to contribute to its long-term protection. Download the free Eye on the Reef smart phone app from iTunes and Google play app stores — to send in real-time sightings while you're still out on the Reef, and simultaneously share those sightings with your Facebook friends. Water quality report card in  The number of growers, graziers and producers adopting improved management practices is on the rise with increases detailed in the  Reef Plan Report Card 2011. The recently released report card measures the progress towards Reef Plan 2009’s goals and targets.  A Scientific Consensus Statement released in June shows that despite efforts, poor water quality is continuing to have a detrimental effect on reef health.

QUEDREX 24th & 25th August Brisbane Free Admission

This month, the 6th Queensland Education Resources Expo (QUEDREX), will be staged again at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. As Australia’s largest free admission event for education professionals, you can find everything for your career in education under one roof! Weekend of 24 & 25 August 2013 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre 10am – 3pm Free Admission  - click here to register online for your ticket At the event you will: -       Find 100’s of education resources and ideas to introduce into your classroom and school. -       Have access to over 30 seminar and workshop presentations. -       Request a certificate of attendance for professional development whilst at the event. -       Be in the draw to WIN an Apple iPad. -       Be in the draw to WIN an interactive whiteboard package valued over $7,500! -       Pick up give-aways and samples. -       Network with industry professionals. -       Find the best up-to-date information and resources all in one location! The event is beneficial to all professionals involved in early childhood, primary, secondary or higher education. We look forward to seeing you, your students and your colleagues at the event. On a final note, be sure to follow us on facebook.com/quedrex for the latest event updates and great information from the education industry and inspiration to share.

Queensland State Landcare Conference 27 - 29th September Warwick

Five weeks to go. Join us in Warwick! The Queensland State Landcare Conference is only six weeks away. We can't wait to welcome you to Warwick, but we'd encourage you to register soon. Read all the news below: updated program available here more than 140 delegates already registered accommodation update