Flynn Hart and his partner had wanted solar panels for a long time. Being recent first-time home owners, it was something that, renovation budget allowing, they were excited about doing. As it turned out, the renovation budget didn’t allow – but Hart’s parents stepped up. They said, ‘can we put solar panels on your roof, and you […]
Castlemaine Climate Rally & Picnic, 29 November 2015
Come to the Castlemaine Climate Rally & Picnic on Sunday 29 November at Victory Park and show your support for action on climate change. There’ll be music, climate games, food stalls, speakers and lots more besides. This event is organised by Mt Alexander Sustainability Group. The Hub Foundation Castlemaine is pleased to be an Event […]
Investing in Australia’s first community-owned electricity retailer: ENOVA ENERGY
The Hub Foundation directors have recently taken up shares – in a private capacity – in a new community-owned electricity retailer to compete against the big dirty three retailers in the northern rivers region of NSW. Enova Energy aims to maximise its purchase of renewable energy, help create a cleaner planet and reinvest its profits […]
MASH solar a “sure winner” says Mayor of Macedon Ranges
Community solar bulk-buy, MASH2, gets the thumbs up from Jennifer Anderson, Mayor of Macedon Ranges. “MASH2 is a sure winner for residents of Macedon Ranges providing savings on energy bills, returns to the community, and a reduction in greenhouse emissions”, says Cr Anderson. “Given its success in neighbouring Mount Alexander Shire, I encourage residents to […]
Over 100 pedal up for Ride to Work brekkie
The Hub Plot Castlemaine was the scene of a celebration of cycling and community on last Wednesday. Over 100 adults and children dropped in before school to take part in the fun, enjoy a delicious brekkie made by the Good Table and to hear about plans to make cycling safer in and around Castlemaine. While […]
On your bikes Castlemainians!
Dust the cobwebs off your bike and ride on down to the Hub Plot on Wednesday 14 October to join the Hub Foundation and friends for a delicious breakfast and bike-themed fun on National Ride to Work Day. There will be music, unicyling and circus antics (with Castlemaine Circus) as well as prizes for the best-decorated […]
