The REthink Nillumbik program is funded by Nillumbik Shire Council and supported by Edendale Community Environment Farm and NECAH (Nillumbik Environment and Climate Action Hub). The project will be delivered by Going Green Solutions and supports Council's climate action goal of net-zero community emissions by 2035.

REthink your kitchen

Home kitchens use huge amounts of resources and create millions of tonnes of waste.

In this session, we’ll look at how we use our kitchens, and how we can make them more sustainable. PLUS we'll teach you how to reduce waste and save money by making a range of kitchen products, including your own all-purpose cleaner, dry gravy mix, and no-sew bowl covers.

Topics include

food and cooking
appliances and equipment
purchase choices
packaging and waste
systems, habits and routines

The benefits to you?

Reduced environmental impact: Less waste means less pressure on landfills and natural resources
Save money: Durable products, reduced food waste, and fewer single-use items translate to financial savings
Empowerment: Be part of the solution by making conscious choices that benefit the planet.

This session provides a springboard for your circular-kitchen journey. Let's brainstorm some additional ideas and share tips to help each other create a more sustainable and resourceful space.

Who is it for?

The session is suited to anyone interested in reducing the amount of money, packaging, and resources they consume in the home. It’s also for those wanting to learn hands-on skills for making their own everyday food items and cleaning products.

Additional info

This is an adult-focused session not suited to young children. Children over 12 are welcome if accompanied by an adult.
The session will be held indoors, and requires comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting dirty.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible event environment for all attendees. If you have accessibility or inclusion concerns regarding this event, contact us about how we can help.

About the REthink Nillumbik Project

The REthink Nillumbik Project is a series of fun, interactive workshops to create a more sustainable and liveable Nillumbik. Sessions include a range of activities to help local residents reimagine our collective approach to energy and waste.

REthink events are collaborative, hands-on, and can help people take small actions that can lead to serious, positive change. They include practical demonstrations, creative activities, and simple ideas for rethinking everyday choices and behaviours. We want you to leave each session feeling motivated and empowered to make change. By working together, we can create a more sustainable future for ourselves and generations to come!

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