Bayside Council's annual eco fair, Project Planet, returned to Cahill Park, Wolli Creek on Saturday 17 October, combining practical ideas for sustainable living with a welcoming, family-friendly day out.
Through hands-on workshops, demonstrations and discussions, residents explored ways to reduce waste and care for the environment while enjoying food stalls, children's activities and film screenings.
Costa the Garden Gnome shared his enthusiasm for gardening and the environment, helping launch Council's partnership with The Get Grubby program, which will bring sustainability learning opportunities to local schools and families.
Paul West's cooking presentation offered inspiration for more sustainable choices in the kitchen, while Banish founder Lottie Dalziel joined the line-up of guests sharing ideas for reducing our environmental footprint.
Across the park, visitors explored ways to put those ideas into practice, from making beeswax wraps and getting started with composting to repairing and upcycling household items with The Bower. Gardening and clothing care activities also encouraged residents to make the most of what they already have.
The Action Hub and Knowledge Hub provided opportunities to connect with experts and community groups. The program included discussions led by Mike Ritchie and Margaret Mossakowska's exploration of food organics recycling and household food scraps.
The event's environmental focus extended beyond the program. Compostable materials, reusable crockery, eco-conscious signing and carbon offsetting reflected Council's commitment to environmental leadership and Bayside's 2032 sustainability goals.
Mayor Dr Christina Curry said:
"Project Planet brought the community together to share ideas, learn practical skills and enjoy a day out in our beautiful local park," Mayor Curry said.
"It showed that living more sustainably can start with something simple, whether that's repairing an item, reducing food waste or trying something new in the garden."
