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SUMMARY:Beyond the Bin - The Grove
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC for our interactive & engaging workshop on how to do better than the bin. \nWhat will you learn? \n\nHow GREAT Sorts put 60% less waste in the landfill bin and how you can too.\nEasy ways to go low-waste by reducing your resource use and reusing common items.\nWhere to take tricky items that don’t go into the three bins at home.\nWA’s transition to a more circular economy and how to get involved.\n\nLight refreshments and snacks are provided. \nWhat to bring?\nAttendees are invited to bring one clean waste item that they struggle to recycle. \nWho can attend?\nThis is a great workshop for those who want to extend their waste knowledge\, learn how to embrace the circular economy\, and live a more sustainable life. Kids are welcome with an adult present. \nWant to know more?\nThis workshop is part of the Reduce\, Reuse\, Recycle; The Ultimate Guide workshop series\, running across the western suburbs in 2025. You can attend individual workshops\, and if you complete all three you will receive a certificate of completion! \nThe workshops are: \n\nBack to Bin Basics\nBeyond the Bin\nBehind the Scenes Tour\n\nTerms & Conditions \nTickets are non-refundable. If you cannot make this event\, please let us know in advance. \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands\, and residents from other councils. If the ticket cost is a barrier to coming to this event\, please call us on 9384 6711.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/beyond-the-bin-the-grove/
LOCATION:The Grove Library\, 1 Leake Street\, Peppermint Grove\, WA\, 6011\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250508T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
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SUMMARY:Back to Bin Basics - The Grove
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC at our fun\, inclusive workshop to learn the basics of waste sorting at home. \nWhat will you learn? \n\nHow to sort your household waste into your 3-bin system at home.\nWhat happens to recycling\, FOGO\, and general waste.\nWhat happens to your verge bulk and green waste after it leaves the kerb.\nThe history of Perth waste management and what led us to our current systems.\n\nLight refreshments and snacks are provided. \nWhat to bring?\nAttendees are invited to bring one clean waste item that they struggle to recycle. \nWho can attend?\nThis is a great workshop for people new to the area or Perth\, if you need help with waste sorting\, and those starting their waste management or sustainability journey. \nKids are welcome with an adult present. \nWant to know more?\nThis workshop is part of the Reduce\, Reuse\, Recycle; The Ultimate Guide workshop series\, running across the western suburbs in 2025. You can attend individual workshops\, and if you complete all three you will receive a certificate of completion! The workshops are: \n\nBack to Bin Basics\nBeyond the Bin\nBehind the Scenes Tour\n\nTerms & Conditions\nTickets are non-refundable. If you cannot make this event\, please let us know in advance. \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils. If the ticket cost is a barrier to coming to this event\, please call on 9384 6711 and we are happy to assist.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/back-to-bin-basics-the-grove/
LOCATION:The Grove Library\, 1 Leake Street\, Peppermint Grove\, WA\, 6011\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250428T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250512T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
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SUMMARY:Monday Mending Series with Studio Thimbles
DESCRIPTION:🪡 Join Olga and her team from Studio Thimbles to learn how to use visible mending to fix and revive your items! 🧵 This workshop series is designed to teach you some practical mending skills and encourage you to get creative\, and personalise your clothing 👕.❗This is a 3-part workshop series and attendees are expected to attend all workshops ❗ \nThis workshop series runs over three weeks: \n\nMonday 28th April\, 5.30pm-8pm\nMonday 5th May\, 5.30pm-8pm\nMonday 12th May\, 5.30pm-8.30pm\n\nDuring workshop 1 & 2 you will learn: \n\nFundamental skills for hand sewing such as setting up the needle\, tying proper knots and how to start & finish your stitching\nVarious hand-stitching methods that are essential for mending\nHow to do embroidery stitching to add decorative elements to the mending process\nElements of Sashiko stitching\, a traditional Japanese technique that is popular in the world of visible mending\n\nFor workshop 3\, please bring in a personal item to mend. \n  \n🚗Parking: Parking is available at Subi Carpark located on the corner of Rokeby Rd & Barker Rd. Visit https://www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/… to find more local car parks. Alternatively\, the studio is only a short walk from the Subiaco train station. \nCatering: Light snacks will be provided. \n  \nTerms & Conditions:\nThis event is suitable for 18+ years. \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils. \nTickets are limited and non-refundable. If the ticket cost is a barrier to coming to this event please call on 9384 6711 and we are happy to assist.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/monday-mending-series-with-studio-thimbles/
LOCATION:Studio Thimbles\, 437 Hay St\, Subiaco\, WA\, 6008
CATEGORIES:(Re)Love Your Stuff
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250405T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250405T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20250214T084935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T032231Z
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SUMMARY:Kids' Clothing Swap
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC for our free Kids’ Clothing Swap and share your unwanted textiles with the community💃♻️🙌! \nAll you need to do is bring along quality kid’s clothes\, shoes\, and accessories from size 0000-10 years old and exchange them for items that are needed instead. \nDrop off your kids’ clothing on the day\, or at the Grove Library the week preceding the swap \nRSVP: https://events.humanitix.com/kids-clothing-swap-56rweak4 \n❌ Please no toys\, books\, adult clothes\, or bric-a-brac at this event. ❌ \n\n🚸 This event is suitable for kids that wear sizes 0000 to 10. Please note that this swap is based on donations and therefore we cannot guarantee the age range\, gender\, or style of clothing that will be available 🚸 \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/kids-clothing-swap-3/
LOCATION:The Grove Library\, 1 Leake Street\, Peppermint Grove\, WA\, 6011\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250403T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250403T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
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SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Tour- Paraquad Industries
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC on a tour of Returnit and Paraquad Industries and discover what happens to your donated items. You’ll get an exclusive\, behind-the-scenes look at the Containers for Change operation as well as the Opshop\, Book Bazaar\, Industrial Wiper Manufacture\, and other commerical services run by Paraquad .\nWear: Fully enclosed footwear is required. High-vis vest\, safety glasses\, and earplugs will be provided for parts of the tour.\n\nTour format:\n– Tour of Paraquad 10am – 10:45 am– Tour of Return-it 10:45 am -11:15 am– Morning Tea 11:15 am -11:30 am– WMRC waste talk with Q&A session 11:30 am -12 noon\n\n\nWant to know more?\nThis workshop is part of the Reduce\, Reuse\, Recycle; The Ultimate Guide workshop series\, running across the western suburbs in 2025. You can attend individual workshops\, and if you complete all three you will receive a certificate of completion! The workshops are:\n1) Back to Bin Basics2) Beyond the Bin3) Behind the Scenes Tour\n\n\nTerms & Conditions:– This tour is not suitable for anyone under the age of 16 years old.– We ask you to not take photos while on the tour.– Member council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils.– Tickets are non-refundable. If you cannot make this event\, please let us know in advance.If the ticket cost is a barrier to coming to this event please call on 9384 6711 and we are happy to assist. All ticket sales from this event will be donated to Paraquad.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/behind-the-scenes-tour-paraquad-industries/
LOCATION:4-6 Orton Rd\, Shenton Park 6008\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250328T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250328T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20250227T224923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T030648Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Bin - Subiaco
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC for our interactive & engaging workshop on how to do better than the bin. \nWhat will you learn? \n\nHow GREAT Sorts put 60% less waste in the landfill bin and how you can too.\nEasy ways to go low-waste by reducing your resource use and reusing common items.\nWhere to take tricky items that don’t go into the three bins at home.\nWA’s transition to a more circular economy and how to get involved.\n\nLight refreshments and snacks are provided. \nWhat to bring?\nAttendees are invited to bring one clean waste item that they struggle to recycle. \nWho can attend?\nThis is a great workshop for those who want to extend their waste knowledge\, learn how to embrace the circular economy\, and live a more sustainable life. Kids are welcome with an adult present. \nWant to know more?\nThis workshop is part of the Reduce\, Reuse\, Recycle; The Ultimate Guide workshop series\, running across the western suburbs in 2025. You can attend individual workshops\, and if you complete all three you will receive a certificate of completion! \nThe workshops are: \n\nBack to Bin Basics\nBeyond the Bin\nBehind the Scenes Tour\n\nTerms & Conditions \nTickets are non-refundable. If you cannot make this event\, please let us know in advance. \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grov
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/beyond-the-bin-subiaco/
LOCATION:Evelyn H Parker Library\, 237 Rokeby Road\, Subiaco\, Western Australia\, 6008\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250321T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250321T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T030700Z
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SUMMARY:Back to Bin Basics - Subiaco
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC at our fun\, inclusive workshop to learn the basics of waste sorting. \nWhat will you learn? \n\nHow to sort your household waste into your 3-bin system at home.\nWhat happens to recycling\, FOGO\, and general waste.\nWhat happens to your verge bulk and green waste after it leaves the kerbside.\nThe history of Perth waste management and what led to our current systems.\n\nLight refreshments and snacks are provided. \nWhat to bring?\nAttendees are invited to bring one clean waste item that they struggle to recycle. \nWho can attend?\nThis is a great workshop for people new to Subiaco or Perth\, if you need help with waste sorting\, and those starting their waste management or sustainability journey. \nKids are welcome with an adult present. \nWant to know more?\nThis workshop is part of the Reduce\, Reuse\, Recycle; The Ultimate Guide workshop series\, running across the western suburbs in 2025. You can attend individual workshops\, and if you complete all three you will receive a certificate of completion! The workshops are: \n\nBack to Bin Basics\nBeyond the Bin\nBehind the Scenes Tour\n\nTerms & Conditions \nTickets are non-refundable. If you cannot make this event\, please let us know in advance. \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils. If the ticket cost is a barrier to coming to this event\, please call on 9384 6711 and we are happy to assist.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/back-to-bin-basics-subiaco/
LOCATION:Evelyn H Parker Library\, 237 Rokeby Road\, Subiaco\, Western Australia\, 6008\, Australia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250530
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20250227T225300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T030710Z
UID:7666-1742515200-1748563199@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Reduce\, Reuse\, Recycle: The Ultimate Guide
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC for our fun and informative workshop series Reduce\, Reuse\, Recycle; The Ultimate Guide. \nThere are three workshops in this series: \n\nBack to Bin Basics\nBeyond the Bin\nBehind the Scenes Tour\n\nAttend a single workshop if it piques your interest\, or attend all three to embrace a more sustainable way of living! If you attend all three you will receive a certificate of completion! \nDetails: \nThe workshops will be held at community centres and libraries across the western suburbs. Days and times of workshops vary\, so choose the session that works best for you. \nThis is a great workshop for people who need help with waste sorting\, people new to Perth\, those looking for easy and sustainable behaviours to help the environment\, and individuals starting their waste journey. Kids are welcome with an adult present.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/reduce-reuse-recycle-the-ultimate-guide/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250313T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250313T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20250205T044906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T051953Z
UID:7538-1741856400-1741861800@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:West Metro Recycling Centre Community Tour
DESCRIPTION:Find out what happens to your waste once it’s picked up from the verge at a behind-the-scenes tour of your local recycling centre. Find out how a transfer station operates and the varied community recycling services on offer. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n\nThe history of Perth landfills and waste disposal\nThe purpose of transfer stations in the recovery of residual\, green\, and Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) waste.\nDisposal options for household waste including the recycling and recovery processes for cardboard\, e-waste\, bulk polystyrene\, plastic plant pots\, bicycles\, x-rays\, white goods\, cooking oil\, mattresses\, scrap metal recycling\, and more.\nExisting government and industry initiatives that help you to safely dispose of hazardous and problematic household items like paint\, poisons\, pesticides\, flares\, batteries\, fluorescent tubes\, fire extinguishers\, electronic waste\, and more for FREE.\n\nRSVP: https://events.humanitix.com/wmrc-recyclingtour \nWear: Fully enclosed footwear\, BYO hat\, sunscreen\, and water bottle. \nTour: This event involves walking around an active site outdoors. A reasonable level of fitness is required. Your tour will be followed by time for questions\, a cuppa\, and light refreshments. \nThis tour is not suitable for children under the age of 12. Children between the ages of 12-16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Bookings are essential as places are limited to 15 people per tour. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! 👩♻️👨 \nTickets are non-refundable. If you cannot make this event\, please let us know in advance. \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils. If the ticket cost is a barrier to coming to this event\, please call on 9384 6711 and we are happy to assist.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/west-metro-recycling-centre-community-tour-14/
LOCATION:West Metro Recycling Centre\, 60 Lemnos Street\, Shenton Park\, Western Australia\, 6008\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20241010T031728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T032736Z
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SUMMARY:Visible Mending for Beginners: Basket Darning
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC and Tobi Beckley for a beginners mending workshop hosted by Calico and Ivy! \nThis workshop is designed to inspire and empower participants to mend their existing wardrobe. Mending is an act of love and Tobi wants to pass on these age-old skills so we can make our texture and shape. It is a joyful launch pad for those wanting to try visible mending with pretty designs for the first time. \nBuy tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/textile-trail-mending-workshop \nAttendees will: \n\nBe introduced to the basket darning technique.\nBe shown several demonstrations of this darning technique on different types of clothing\, including woven fabrics.\nPractice darning techniques on swatches that will be provided.\nPractice darning techniques on your own clothing with holes in it.\n\nAttendees will be provided their own repair kit and are asked to bring along a woollen or cotton garmen that has a few holes in it (such as a medium weight knitted jumper or a pair of jeans). Attendees are asked to bring along small sewing scissors\, a notebook\, and a pen. \nThis is a great workshop for people passionate about sustainability and looking for new ways to look after their textile items. \nFind out more about Tobi from her instagram @I.have.a.stitch \nWMRC Textile Trail: \nThis event is part of WMRC’s (Re)Love Your Stuff Textile Trail on November 16th and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more Textile-Trail events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and WMRC Humanitix page. \nThis event is part of WMRC’s Textile Trail and (Re)Love Your Stuff campaign and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more textile-themed events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and the WMRC Humanitix page. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/visible-mending-for-beginners-basket-darning/
LOCATION:Calico & Ivy\, Shop 4/111 Claremont Cres\, Swanbourne\, WA\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:(Re)Love Your Stuff,Campaign
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240926T034921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T023319Z
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SUMMARY:Upcycled Party Decorations Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC for an upcycling workshop using rescued wedding dresses! \nAttendees will: \n\nLearn key skills to upcycle rescued items.\nChange their perspective on unwanted textiles.\nBe inspired to make their next event low-waste with stylish upcycled decorations.\nTake home their very own low-waste\, reusable party and Christmas decorations including festive garlands\, tulle pom-poms and ornaments!\n\nAll materials\, including wedding dresses\, will be provided. Attendees also have the option to bring their own wedding dress to upcycle. \nThis is a great workshop for people passionate about sustainability and looking for new ways to upcycle unwanted or unneeded textile items.\nBeginners are welcome\, this workshop is suitable for those aged 12+ \nThe wedding dresses used in this workshop have been donated by Vinnies WA Op Shops as they are damaged and unsellable. Reusing the wedding dresses will save them from landfill. \n  \nBuy tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/upcycled-party-decorations-workshop \n  \nThis event is part of WMRC’s Textile Trail and (Re)Love Your Stuff campaign and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more textile-themed events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and the WMRC Humanitix page. \n  \nTerms & Conditions: \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils.\nTickets are limited and non-refundable. If you cannot make this event\, please let us know at least 1 day in advance. Your ticket will then be given to someone on the waitlist and we will issue a voucher for our upcoming WMRC events if enough notice is given. If the ticket cost is a barrier to coming to this event please call on 9384 6711 and we are happy to assist.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/upcycled-party-decorations-workshop/
LOCATION:Bay View Community Centre\, 64 Bay View Terrace\, Claremont\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:(Re)Love Your Stuff,Campaign
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240919T015743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T023306Z
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SUMMARY:Deadly Denim Workshop | Make your own jacket PM
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC and Rebecca Rickard of Deadly Denim in this 3-hour afternoon workshop to customize your own denim jacket! \nUpcycle your old or op-shopped denim jacket\, customizing it with amazing First Nations prints. Learn to design\, cut and sew new deadly panels on your jacket\, choosing from a wide range of fabric designs from Remote Aboriginal art centres. Open to participants of all abilities including beginners. \nThis workshop provides almost everything you’ll need including sewing machines\, fabric\, and equipment. It does not provide denim jackets\, so remember to BYO jacket!\nThis is a great workshop for people passionate about sustainability and looking for new ways to upcycle unwanted or unneeded textile items. \nTickets are $5.00 for those that need to use a Deadly Denim sewing machine. Limited free tickets are available for up to 5 people who bring their own sewing machine. \nBuy tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/deadly-denim-workshop-or-make-your-own-jacket-pm \nDeadly Denim is a creative business founded by Rebecca Rickard a Ballardong\, Whadjuk woman from the Nyungar nation living and working on country Perth WA. Her clothing pushes for sustainability in the fashion industry and showcases Indigenous art and designs. Some fabrics used are from Aboriginal Art Centres in WA and the Northern Territory\, and others are individual artists Deadly Denim has collaborated with to create digitally printing designs.This event is part of WMRC’s Textile Trail and (Re)Love Your Stuff campaign and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more textile-themed events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and the WMRC Humanitix page.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/deadly-denim-workshop-make-your-own-jacket-pm/
LOCATION:Palms Community Centre\, 430 Rokeby Road\, Subiaco WA 6008\, WA\, 6008\, Australia
CATEGORIES:(Re)Love Your Stuff,Campaign
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240924T052251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T023256Z
UID:7162-1731763800-1731771000@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Adult Clothing Swap- Open Session
DESCRIPTION:Does your wardrobe need a sustainable refresh but you can’t commit to a swap event? Join WMRC’s Adult Clothing Swap – Open Session\, to browse through quality garments donated by the community at your leisure. \nThis event will be held in the common area of the Bay View Community Centre. Please note\, the open session is different from our clothing swap events. There will not be a waste talk and we ask you to please bring your good quality items on hangers. \n⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⣠⡶⢶⣄⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀\n⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠙⠀⣠⡟⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀\n⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⢀⣤⠼⠧⣤⡀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀\n⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⣀⣼⠇⠀⠀⠸⣧⣀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀\n⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⣀⣴⠞⠋⢀⣠⡴⢦⣄⡀⠙⠳⣦⣀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀\n⠀⠀⠀⢀⣠⡴⠟⠉⣀⣤⠾⠛⠁⠀⠀⠈⠛⠷⣦⣀⠉⠻⢦⣄⡀⠀⠀⠀\n⢀⣤⠶⠛⣁⣤⠶⠛⠉⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠉⠛⠶⣤⣈⠛⠶⣤⡀\n⠸⣧⣶⣿⣯⣤⣴⠶⠶⣦⣤⣤⣤⣤⣤⣤⣤⣤⣴⠶⠶⣦⣤⣽⣿⣶⣼⠇\n⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠻⠶⠶⠟⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠻⠶⠶⠟⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ \nHow it works: \n1) Look through your cupboards to find clean and good-quality textile items you no longer wear to swap. Please bring your items on hangers \n2) Come to the Bay View Community Centre between 1.30pm and 3.30pm to hand your items to WMRC staff and volunteers to be weighed and sorted. \n3) Browse the racks at your leisure from 1.30pm-3.30pm. \nBuy your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/adult-clothing-swap-open-session \nA note to resellers: \nPlease note that WMRC clothing swaps are local community events so that people can refresh their wardrobes with clothes that are new to them. They are not held for resellers to source stock. You will be asked to leave if we believe that you are collecting clothes for resale. If you are struggling financially and need a large quantity of clothing\, please let the WMRC staff know so we can arrange something for you. \n\nWMRC Textile Trail: \nThis event is part of WMRC’s (Re)Love Your Stuff Textile Trail on October 5th and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more Textile-Trail events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and WMRC Humanitix page. \nTerms & Conditions \nWMRC cannot guarantee sizes or styles at community clothing swaps\, as the available items are donated by members of the public. Attendees are expected to treat WMRC staff and volunteers with respect. Member council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/adult-clothing-swap-open-session/
LOCATION:Bay View Community Centre\, 64 Bay View Terrace\, Claremont\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:(Re)Love Your Stuff,Campaign
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240926T012658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T023401Z
UID:7171-1731762000-1731769200@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Vinyl Banner Upcycling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC and Co-founder of Repair Lab Wilma van Boxtel for a sustainable upcycling workshop! Create a fashionable tote bag from used and rescued vinyl banners! \nThis is a great workshop for people passionate about sustainability and looking for new ways to upcycle unwanted or unneeded textile items. All materials and equipment are provided. This workshop is family-friendly and suitable for adults and kids 12+ \nBuy tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/vinyl-banner-upcycling \nThis event is part of WMRC’s Textile Trail and (Re)Love Your Stuff campaign and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more textile-themed events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and the WMRC Humanitix page. \n  \nTerms & Conditions: \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils.\nTickets are limited and non-refundable. If you cannot make this event\, please let us know at least 1 day in advance. Your ticket will then be given to someone on the waitlist and we will issue a voucher for our upcoming WMRC events if enough notice is given. If the ticket cost is a barrier to coming to this event please call on 9384 6711 and we are happy to assist.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/vinyl-banner-upcycling-workshop/
LOCATION:The Grove Library\, 1 Leake Street\, Peppermint Grove\, WA\, 6011\, Australia
CATEGORIES:(Re)Love Your Stuff,Campaign
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240919T023249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T030959Z
UID:7125-1731762000-1731769200@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Introduction to Rag Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC and Sharon the Rag Yarn Specialist for an introduction to rag weaving workshop! This sustainable workshop will teach participants how to reuse old clothing through ragging and weaving. \nAttendees will learn how to: \n1) Turn old textiles into rag yarn. Please bring your own items to rag (must be washed and made of stretchy material). \n2) Create a weaving station from cardboard boxes. \n3) Make a scrubbing dishcloth from your rag yarn. \nThis is a great workshop for people passionate about sustainability and looking for new ways to upcycle unwanted or unneeded textile items.\nThis workshop is family-friendly and suitable for all ages! \nBuy tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/intro-rag-weaving \nThis event is part of WMRC’s Textile Trail and (Re)Love Your Stuff campaign and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more textile-themed events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and the WMRC Humanitix page.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/introduction-to-rag-weaving/
LOCATION:Palms Community Centre\, 430 Rokeby Road\, Subiaco WA 6008\, WA\, 6008\, Australia
CATEGORIES:(Re)Love Your Stuff,Campaign
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240926T010047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T035705Z
UID:7168-1731751200-1731758400@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Repair Lab
DESCRIPTION:Join Repair Lab volunteers for a morning of mending in Peppermint Grove! This event is free to attend and you can come by any time between 10am-12pm to have items mended by volunteers. \n👉RSVP here: https://events.humanitix.com/repair-lab  \nRepair Lab consists of a group of locals who care for their community and the environment. People who think that we can do more than only recycle and buy new. Who think that we can not only make an impact by repairing stuff but also learning repair skills and enjoy doing so. Repair Lab is a zero-budget community group with 100% volunteers. \nFollow Repair Lab on Facebook to find more of their events:https://www.facebook.com/Repai… \n  \nRepair Lab volunteers have agreed to participate in WMRC’s (Re)Love Your Stuff campaign which is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more textile-themed events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and WMRC Humanitix page.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/repair-lab/
LOCATION:The Grove Library\, 1 Leake Street\, Peppermint Grove\, WA\, 6011\, Australia
CATEGORIES:(Re)Love Your Stuff,Campaign
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240919T015439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T024332Z
UID:7119-1731749400-1731760200@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Deadly Denim Workshop | Make your own jacket AM
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC and Rebecca Rickard of Deadly Denim in this 3-hour morning workshop to customize your own denim jacket! \nUpcycle your old or op-shopped denim jacket\, customizing it with amazing First Nations prints. Learn to design\, cut and sew new deadly panels on your jacket\, choosing from a wide range of fabric designs from Remote Aboriginal art centres. Open to participants of all abilities including beginners. \nThis workshop provides almost everything you’ll need including sewing machines\, fabric\, and equipment. It does not provide denim jackets\, so remember to BYO jacket!\nThis is a great workshop for people passionate about sustainability and looking for new ways to upcycle unwanted or unneeded textile items. \nTickets are $5.00 for those that need to use a Deadly Denim sewing machine. Limited free tickets are available for up to 5 people who bring their own sewing machine. \nBuy your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/deadly-denim \nDeadly Denim is a creative business founded by Rebecca Rickard a Ballardong\, Whadjuk woman from the Nyungar nation living and working on country Perth WA. Her clothing pushes for sustainability in the fashion industry and showcases Indigenous art and designs. Some fabrics used are from Aboriginal Art Centres in WA and the Northern Territory\, and others are individual artists Deadly Denim has collaborated with to create digitally printing designs.This event is part of WMRC’s Textile Trail and (Re)Love Your Stuff campaign and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more textile-themed events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and the WMRC Humanitix page.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/deadly-denim-workshop-make-your-own-jacket-am/
LOCATION:Palms Community Centre\, 430 Rokeby Road\, Subiaco WA 6008\, WA\, 6008\, Australia
CATEGORIES:(Re)Love Your Stuff,Campaign
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20241002T012729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T025140Z
UID:7195-1731747600-1731758400@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Sustainable Style Tour with the Curated Wardrobe
DESCRIPTION:Calling all fashionistas sick of the fast fashion model. The Sustainable Style Tour is here! Join WMRC for a day spent shopping with your very own stylist- Hazel from the Curated Wardrobe! \nAttendees will: \n\nFind quality preloved pieces\nVisit a curated selection of the best preloved outlets\nGain valuable insight into your own personal style and the knowledge to shop preloved like a pro!\n\nSubiaco’s thriving preloved scene is a designer shoppers’ dream come true with the stores on this tour regularly stocking labels such as Gucci\, Prada\, Chanel\, Bassike\, Zimmermann\, Camilla and Marc\, Lee Mathews\, Anine & Spell. A fun\, fashion-filled planet-friendly morning that will leave you glowing with style and sustainability confidence! \nBONUS: Bring along a garment from your wardrobe that you LOVE but aren’t sure how to style and Hazel will work with you individually to restyle your piece\, ensuring all your purchases blend seamlessly with your existing wardrobe and enhance its effortless outfit potential. \nThis event suits those new to pre-loved shopping or those wanting to try op-shopping with a stylist. Everyone is welcome but some of the boutique second-hand stores that the tour will visit sells only women’s clothing. This tour involves walking around the Subiaco high street 🌞. A reasonable level of fitness is required. Limited spaces available! \nBuy your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/sustainable-style-tour-with-the-curated-wardrobe-wmrc \nThe meeting location will be sent to registered attendees one week before this event. \nHazel from the Curated Wardrobe: \nHazel is an award winning sustainable fashion expert and circular stylist\, specialising in curating wearable wardrobes using the clothes you already have. Hazel’s services empower you to look incredible\, dress authentically and change your consumer habits through wearing the most sustainable garments; clothes you already own. She offers personal styling\, workshops and Sustainable Style Tours to teach you how to successfully buy pre-loved fashion that you will wear again and again.She teaches you how to carefully curate a selection of pre-loved items that truly maximise the wearability of your wardrobe. \nWMRC Textile Trail: \nThis event is part of WMRC’s (Re)Love Your Stuff Textile Trail on November 16th and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more Textile-Trail events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and WMRC Humanitix page. \nTerms & Conditions:\nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils.\nTickets are limited and non-refundable. If you cannot make this event\, please let us know at least 1 day in advance. Your ticket will then be given to someone on the waitlist and we will issue a voucher for our upcoming WMRC events if enough notice is given. If the ticket cost is a barrier to coming to this event please call on 9384 6711 and we are happy to assist.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/sustainable-style-tour-with-the-curated-wardrobe/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:(Re)Love Your Stuff,Campaign
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240919T084048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T022453Z
UID:7130-1731747600-1731758400@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Clothing Swap with the Sustainable Style Counsellor
DESCRIPTION:Does your wardrobe need a sustainable refresh? Join WMRC’s Adult Clothing Swap featuring guest presenter and Style Counsellor\, Ciara Lowe-Thiedeman! Clothing swaps are a way of sharing unwanted but quality garments with your local community. It’s a great alternative to fast fashion while getting a new look. \nHow it works: \n1) Look through your cupboards to find clean and good-quality items you no longer wear to donate to the swap. ❌Please no kids’ clothes or bric-a-brac at this event ❌ \n2) Drop off your clothing between 9am-9.30am\, for our volunteers to organise. \n3) Be seated by 9.30am and enjoy Ciara the Sustainable Style Counsellor discuss the power of styling from 9.30am-10.30am. \n4) Once the talk has finished you can browse the racks at your leisure from 10.30am-12pm to find new treasures! \nBuy tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/clothing-swap-with-the-sustainable-style-counsellor-4exp3599 \nMore about Ciara: \nSustainable style guru and mental-health activist Ciara Lowe-Thiedeman leads with joyful conviction and vulnerability in her work which is changing lives all over Perth. This London-trained award-winning personal stylist is shaking up the world of sustainable personal style through successful keynotes\, presentations\, and one-on-one coaching sessions. Let the Style Counsellor teach you how to become sustainably stylish\, to re-think and reduce textile waste and consider how to BUY LESS\, BUY BETTER\, LOOK BETTER AND DO BETTER.\n\nWMRC Textile Trail: \nThis event is part of WMRC’s (Re)Love Your Stuff Textile Trail on 16 November and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more Textile Trail events here. \nA note to resellers: \nPlease note that WMRC clothing swaps are local community events for people to refresh their wardrobes with clothes that are new to them. They are not held for resellers to source stock. You will be asked to leave if we believe you are collecting clothes for resale. If you are struggling financially and need a large quantity of clothing\, please let the WMRC staff know so we can arrange something for you.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/clothing-swap-with-the-sustainable-style-counsellor-2/
LOCATION:Bay View Community Centre\, 64 Bay View Terrace\, Claremont\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:(Re)Love Your Stuff,Campaign
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240918T055355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T035357Z
UID:7111-1731747600-1731758400@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Sewing Workshop with Studio Thimbles
DESCRIPTION:Join Olga and her team from Studio Thimbles to upcycle clothing cut-offs into fashionable cushion covers in this sustainable textile workshop! 👖 ♻️ \nAttendees will leave with a new upcycled cushion cover and skills to help them upcycle other textile scraps. ✨💚🙌.  This is a great workshop for people passionate about sustainability and looking for new ways to upcycle unwanted or unneeded textile items. Beginner sewers are welcome\, however this event is for adults only (18+). \n👉 RSVP: https://events.humanitix.com/sewing-workshop-9ufrkmhp  \n🚗Parking: Parking is available at Subi Carpark located on the corner of Rokeby Rd & Barker Rd. Alternatively\, the studio is only a short walk from the Subiaco train station. \nThis event is part of WMRC’s Textile Trail and (Re)Love Your Stuff campaign and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more textile-themed events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and the WMRC Humanitix page. \n  \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils. \nTickets are limited and non-refundable. If you cannot make this event\, please let us know at least 1 day in advance. Your ticket will then be given to someone on the waitlist and we will issue a voucher for our upcoming WMRC events if enough notice is given. If the ticket cost is a barrier to coming to this event please call on 9384 6711 and we are happy to assist.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/sewing-workshop-with-studio-thimbles/
LOCATION:Studio Thimbles\, 437 Hay St\, Subiaco\, WA\, 6008
CATEGORIES:(Re)Love Your Stuff,Campaign
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241117
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20241003T024256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T030826Z
UID:7229-1731715200-1731801599@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:The Textile Trail
DESCRIPTION:Follow the Textile Trail map to find out how you can repair\, share\, reuse and relove your clothes while supporting local businesses. This is a FREE and self-guided tour you can complete throughout the day at your leisure. Collect a Textile Trail map from one of the below stops or one of our Textile Trail events\, then explore local treasure and get your map stamped at 6 stops for your chance to win! \nThis is a free retail trail and a great activity for the whole family. \nThe following businesses are stops on the Textile Trail. Get your Trail Map stamped at these locations on the day for your chance to win! \n\nVinnies (Claremont)\nCalico & Ivy (Claremont)\nMagpie Collective (Claremont)\nAustralian Red Cross Op Shop (Cottesloe)\nSave the Children (Mosman Park)\nVinnies (Mosman Park)\nGood Sammy (Subiaco)\nSalvos (Subiaco)\nThe Secret Closet (Subiaco)\nWest Metro Recycling Centre (Shenton Park)\n\nRegister for a day of events & workshops here: https://ticketing.humanitix.com/tours/textiletrail  \nThe Textile Trail is part of WMRC’s (Re)Love Your Stuff campaign and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/the-textile-trail/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:(Re)Love Your Stuff,Campaign
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241017T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241017T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240910T023610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T032803Z
UID:7083-1729155600-1729161000@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:West Metro Recycling Centre Community Tour
DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered what happens with your waste once it’s picked up from the verge? Or thought about where to take items that can’t go in any of your household bins? 🤷‍♀️♻️🤷‍♂️ \nFind out at a community tour of your local West Metro Recycling Centre ♻️in Shenton Park! See for yourself how a transfer station operates and the different community recycling services we offer local residents 🧨. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n\nThe history of Perth landfills and waste disposal\nThe purpose of transfer stations in recovery of residual\, green and Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) waste.\nDisposal options for household waste including the recycling and recovery processes for cardboard\, e-waste\, bulk polystyrene\, plastic plant pot\, bicycles\, x-ray\, white goods\, cooking oil\, mattress\, scrap metal recycling\, and more\, and the different local organisations we partner with to make it happen!\nGovernment and industry initiatives that exist so that you can safely dispose of hazardous and problematic household items like paint\, poisons\, pesticides\, flares\, batteries\, fluorescent tubes\, fire extinguishers\, electronic waste and more for free at the Recycling Centre.\n\nBuy tickets here:https://events.humanitix.com/west-metro-recycling-centre-community-tour-75p4wnua \nWear: Fully enclosed footwear 👞\, hat and sunscreen. Bring your own water bottle. \nTour: Your tour involves walking around an active site outdoors 🌞. A reasonable level of fitness is required. Your tour will be followed by time for questions\, a cuppa or coffee and light refreshments. \nThis tour is not suitable for children under the age of 12. Children between the ages of 12-16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. \nBookings are essential as places are limited to 15 people per tour. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! 👩♻️👨 \n  \nTickets are non-refundable. If you cannot make this event\, please let us know at least 1 day in advance. Your ticket will then be given to someone on the waitlist and we will issue a voucher for our upcoming WMRC events. \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils. If the ticket cost is a barrier to coming to this event please call on 9384 6711 and we are happy to assist.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/west-metro-recycling-centre-community-tour-13/
LOCATION:West Metro Recycling Centre\, 60 Lemnos Street\, Shenton Park\, Western Australia\, 6008\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241005T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241005T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240208T034455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T022534Z
UID:6511-1728118800-1728126000@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Kids' Clothing Swap
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC for our Kids’ Clothing Swap 💃♻️🙌! \nAll you need to do is bring along quality kid’s clothes\, shoes\, and accessories (any style or season) and exchange them for items that are needed instead. 👗✨👠. \n  \n📅 Dates:  Saturday 5th October \n⏳ Length: 9am-11am \n🚩Location: The Grove Library located at 1 Leake St\, Peppermint Grove \n💰 Tickets: Register for your FREE ticket here: https://events.humanitix.com/copy-of-kids-clothing-swap \n❌ Please no toys\, books\, adult clothes or bric-a-brac at this event. \nDrop off your kids’ clothing on the day\, or at the Grove Library during the preceeding week. \nThis event is part of WMRC’s (Re)Love Your Stuff campaign and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more textile-themed events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and WMRC Humanitix page. \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils. \n🚸 This event is suitable for kids between the ages of 0 months to 12 years old. Please note that this swap is based on donations and therefore we cannot guarantee the age range\, gender or style of clothing that will be available 🚸
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/kids-clothing-swap-2/
LOCATION:The Grove Library\, 1 Leake Street\, Peppermint Grove\, WA\, 6011\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240917T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240802T081046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T012825Z
UID:7008-1726578000-1726585200@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Visible Mending Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:🪡 Join Olga and her team from Studio Thimbles to learn how to use visible mending to fix and revive your items! 🧵 This workshop series is designed to teach you some practical mending skills and encourage you to get creative and personalise your clothing 👕. \n❗Please note\, this is a 2-part workshop series and attendees are expected to attend both workshops ❗ \nOver the two workshops\, you will be covering: \n\nFundamental skills for hand sewing such as setting up the needle\, tying proper knots and how to start & finish your stitching\nVarious hand-stitching methods that are essential for mending\nHow to do embroidery stitching to add decorative elements to the mending process\nElements of Sashiko stitching\, a traditional Japanese technique that is popular in the world of visible mendin\n\nDetails: \n📅 Date: Tuesday 17th September & Tuesday 24th September \n🕙Time: 1pm-3pm \n$ Cost: $5.00 \n🏠 Address: Studio Thimbles located at 437 Hay St\, Subiaco\n \n🚗Parking: Parking is available at Subi Carpark located on the corner of Rokeby Rd & Barker Rd. Alternatively\, the studio is only a short walk from the Subiaco train station. \nThis event is part of WMRC’s (Re)Love Your Stuff campaign and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more textile-themed events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and WMRC Humanitix page.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/visible-mending-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Studio Thimbles\, 437 Hay St\, Subiaco\, WA\, 6008
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240904T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240904T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240802T081352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T022519Z
UID:7013-1725469200-1725476400@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Visible Mending Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:🪡 Join Olga and her team from Studio Thimbles to learn how to use visible mending to fix and revive your items! 🧵 This 2-part workshop series is designed to teach you some practical mending skills and encourage you to get creative and personalise your clothing 👕. \nOver the two workshops\, you will be covering: \n\nFundamental skills for hand sewing such as setting up the needle\, tying proper knots and how to start & finish your stitching\nVarious hand-stitching methods that are essential for mending\nHow to do embroidery stitching to add decorative elements to the mending process\nElements of Sashiko stitching\, a traditional Japanese technique that is popular in the world of visible mending\n\n❗ Please note that this is a 2-part workshop\, and you will need to attend both 2-hour workshops over the two weeks ❗ \nDetails: \n📅 Date: Wednesday 4th September & Wednesday 11th September \n🕙Time: 5pm – 7pm \n🏠 Address: Subiaco Library located at 237 Rokeby Rd\, Subiaco\n \n🚗Parking: Street parking is available. Alternatively\, the library is only a short walk from the Subiaco train station. \n💰 Cost: $5
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/visible-mending-workshop-series-2/
LOCATION:Evelyn H Parker Library\, 237 Rokeby Road\, Subiaco\, Western Australia\, 6008\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Metropolitan Regional Council":MAILTO:community@wmrc.wa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240810T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240810T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240530T013205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T022459Z
UID:6860-1723282200-1723293000@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Clothing Swap with Carey Wright
DESCRIPTION:Join Carey Wright\, multi-winner of the WA Waste Sorted Innovation Award\, to learn more about: \n\nThe state of WA’s textile waste and the issues associated with fast fashion.\nHow to identify different types of textiles and why it’s important for building a sustainable wardrobe.\nHow to extend the life of your items through proper care- including stain removal and washing techniques\, and the best methods for drying and storing.\nDifferent methods you can adopt to maintain and repair your textiles and accessories.\n\nThe presentation will be followed by WMRC’s morning clothing swap where you can swap clothes\, shoes\, and accessories you no longer wear and leave with a refreshed wardrobe without the big spend! 👗 \nGot some items to fix? 🛠️ Then bring any clothing or jewellery need mending as we will have Repair Lab joining us on Saturday 🧵. \nHow it works: \n1) Register for a ticket: https://events.humanitix.com/clothing-swap-with-carey-wright \nTickets are limited and non-refundable. If you can no longer attend this event\, your ticket can be swapped for another WMRC event if enough notice is given. \n2) 9.30am – 10am: Check in & donate your good-quality clothes. Have a seat in the presentation room or get your items fixed. \nPlease arrive promptly as the doors will shut at 10am. \n3) 10am – 11am:  Carey Wright’s presentation \n4) 11am – 12.30pm: Clothing Swap \n  \n❌Please no kid’s clothes or bric-a-brac at this event ❌ \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. \nGeneral admission tickets are available for residents from other councils. \nMore about Carey Wright: \nCarey is experienced in waste management and the development of waste minimisation programs.\nCarey has won WA’s WasteSorted Awards Innovation of the Year winner two years running (2021-2022) and has been a finalist in seven categories for WA’s Waste Sorted Awards between 2021 and 2023.\nYou can find out more about her on her Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheWasteWhisperer \n  \nThis event is part of WMRC’s (Re)Love Your Stuff campaign and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more textile-themed events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and WMRC Humanitix page.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/clothing-swap-with-carey-wright/
LOCATION:Cottesloe Civic Centre\, 109 Broome Street\, West Australia\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240808T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240808T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240522T052431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T022532Z
UID:6780-1723107600-1723114800@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Op Shop Tour with Good Sammy
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC for a behind-the-scenes tour of Good Sammy in Canning Vale to see what happens to your donations. \nEvent details: \n📅 Date: Thursday 8th August \n⏰Time: 9am – 11.00am \n🚩Location: 33-35 Bannister Road\, Canning Vale. There is plenty of parking onsite. \n👞Wear: Fully enclosed shoes. Reusable high-visibility vests and gloves will be provided. \n💰Tickets: Cost $5 + booking fee. Register for a ticket here: https://events.humanitix.com/good-sammy-tour \n  \nTour details: \n\n9am – 9.30am: Welcome and waste talk\n9.30am – 10.30am: Tour of the Good Sammy facility\n10.30am – 11am: Morning tea with Q&A session\n\nOnce the event finishes at 11am you can enjoy the on-site op-shop! \n  \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils. \nTickets are non-refundable. If you can no longer attend this tour\, please contact community@wmrc.wa.gov.au to transfer your ticket for another WMRC event. \nThis event is part of WMRC’s (Re)Love Your Stuff campaign and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more textile-themed events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and WMRC Humanitix page.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/op-shop-tour-with-good-sammy/
LOCATION:33-34 Bannister Road\, Canning Vale WA 6155\, 33-34 Bannister Road\, Canning Vale WA 6155\, WA\, 6155\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240727T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240727T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240208T033923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T031911Z
UID:6507-1722070800-1722092400@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Kids' Clothing Swap
DESCRIPTION:Join WMRC for our Kids’ Clothing Swap 💃♻️🙌! \nAll you need to do is bring along quality kid’s clothes\, shoes\, and accessories (any style or season) and exchange them for items that are needed instead. 👗✨👠. \n  \n📅 Dates: Saturday 27th July \n⏳ Length: Choose between the morning slot (9am – 11am) or afternoon slot (1pm – 3pm) \n🚩Location: The Grove Library located at 1 Leake St\, Peppermint Grove \n💰 Tickets: Register for your FREE ticket here:https://events.humanitix.com/kids-clothing-swap   \n❌ Please no toys\, books\, adult clothes or bric-a-brac at this event. \n  \nDrop off your kids’ clothing on the day\, or at the Grove Library during the following hours: \n\nJuly –  Kids Clothing Swap\n\nMonday 22nd July (9am – 6pm)\nTuesday 23rd July (9am – 6pm)\nWednesday 24th July (9am – 6pm)\nThursday 25th July (9am – 6pm)\nFriday26th July (9am – 5pm)\n\n\n\n  \nThis event is part of WMRC’s (Re)Love Your Stuff campaign and is supported by the Government of Western Australia and the Waste Authority. Find more textile-themed events on the (Re)Love Your Stuff webpage and WMRC Humanitix page. \nMember council tickets are available to residents from Claremont\, Cottesloe\, Mosman Park\, Peppermint Grove & Subiaco. General admission tickets are available for Cambridge\, Nedlands and residents from other councils. \n🚸 This event is suitable for kids between the ages of 0 months to 12 years old. Please note that this swap is based on donations and therefore we cannot guarantee the age range\, gender or style of clothing that will be available 🚸
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/kids-clothing-swap/
LOCATION:The Grove Library\, 1 Leake Street\, Peppermint Grove\, WA\, 6011\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240713T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240713T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240617T062834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T032253Z
UID:6923-1720866600-1720870200@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Plastic-Free July Workshop - Subiaco
DESCRIPTION:Join the Western Metropolitan Regional Council and City of Subiaco for a Plastic Free July workshop. \nWe’ll update you on the plastic problem and new solutions. Then find our how to make your own beeswax wrap to ditch the single-use plastic wrap. \nEnjoy an opportunity to discuss plastic-free solutions. Leave with your own beeswax wrap\, and feel inspired to take action! \nBook your spot now through Eventbrite. \nWe look forward to seeing you there.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/plastic-free-july-workshop-subiaco/
LOCATION:Evelyn H Parker Library\, 237 Rokeby Road\, Subiaco\, Western Australia\, 6008\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240705T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240705T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T065348
CREATED:20240617T063350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T032242Z
UID:6928-1720186200-1720193400@www.wmrc.wa.gov.au
SUMMARY:Plastic-Free July Workshop - Claremont
DESCRIPTION:Join millions of people reducing their plastic waste. \nPlastic Free July® is a global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution – so we can have cleaner streets\, oceans\, and beautiful communities. \nWill you be part of Plastic Free July by choosing to refuse single-use plastics for the month? \nJoin the Western Metropolitan Regional Council and the Town of Claremont for a Plastic Free July Workshop. We’ll discuss the problem with plastics and have a discussion on plastic solutions. You’ll also learn how to make your own custom beeswax wrap\, to help you ditch the single-use wrap. \nGet your free tickets here \nPlease note: Minimum age 9 yrs. Children under 12 yrs must be assisted by an adult during this workshop.\nAdults are welcome\, this is an event for both children and adults. Adults accompanying children should book for themselves as well.
URL:https://www.wmrc.wa.gov.au/event/plastic-free-july-workshop-claremont/
LOCATION:Claremont Community Hub and Library\, 327 Stirling Hwy\, Claremont\, WA\, 6010\, Australia
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