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Community Environment Groups

Discover how you can get involved in community environment groups.

Solar Savers

Learn about our Solar Savers program, and access resources to help you electrify your home.

Sustainability events

Find upcoming environmental and sustainable events in Hobsons Bay.

Community clean ups

Get involved in a clean up event to help the local environment.

Free online energy workshops

Join a series on online workshops to help you gain independent, reliable and practical advice on a range of energy topics.

Op Shops in the West Guide

Get your guide to op shops in Hobsons Bay and beyond!
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