Edendale Film Night - True Costs
Description
Are you interested in learning more about how to look after the environment and take action on climate change?
Join us in a showing of: The True Cost - Who pays the price for our clothing
This is a story about clothing. It's about the clothes we wear, the people who make them, and the impact the industry is having on our world. It invites us on an eye-opening journey into the lives of the many people and places behind our clothes.
After the film there will be a facilitated discussion to explore issues raised and ideas for personal and community action.
Edendale Film Nights
This series of films is brought to you by Edendale and Nillumbik Climate Action Team (NCAT) and is part of Councils NECAH (Nillumbik Environment and Climate Action Hub) initiative.
- Film 1 - Thursday 9th May - 7pm to 9pm - Climate Changers - Tim Flannery's search for Climate Leadership
- Film 2 - Thursday 11th July - 7pm to 9pm - The Giants - The extraordinary story of Bob Brown and the Forest
- Film 3 - Thursday 12th September - 7pm to 9pm - The True Cost - Who Pays the Price for our Clothing
- Film 4 - Thursday 14th November - 7pm to 9pm - Carbon - The Unauthorised Biography
About us:
Edendale Community Environment Farm is a Nillumbik Council facility that focuses on fostering community Connection to nature, lifelong Learning about the environment, and personal environmental leadership.
Nillumbik Climate Action Team (NCAT) is a non-partisan lobby group of local citizens who are deeply concerned about global warming and the impacts of climate change.
Nillumbik Environment and Climate Action Hub (NECAH) is based at Edendale and is a Council initiative to help Nillumbik's community reach for and achieve environment and climate goals including net zero community carbon emissions by 2035 (Climate Action Plan)
What you will learn
- An exploration of the clothing industry and the power of our choice
- Inspiration to explore what leadership may mean for you
What you will get
- Hot beverage and biscuit
- Community discussion on Environmental and Climate Action
While there is some parking available at the front of Edendale we would encourage you to investigate some more sustainable transport options including:
- Riding your bike
- Public Transport
- Walking
- Car pooling
Some overflow parking may be available at Eltham North playground
What to bring
- Curiosity and an inquiring mind
What to wear
Casual
Appropriate for
All welcome
Edendale is a small working farm on 7 hectares of land adjacent to the Diamond Creek in Eltham.
We are open 7 days a week 9.30 to 4.30 with the exception of Christmas Day. Entry to the farm is by a Gold Coin Donation into one of our donation boxes around the farm.
Edendale's purpose is to provide an interactive community and education centre to support sustainable living practices for the whole community.
Edendale offers:
- Local native plant nursery
- Preschool and school education programs
- Community sustainability workshops
- Family activities and events
- Cafe Eden and spaces for picnics
- Close proximity to Eltham North adventure playground reserve
- Volunteer opportunities
Edendale Farm has an average rating of 4.8 for their other classes.
See other reviewsCancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
You may cancel anytime before class starts and claim a full refund or transfer or credit note.
We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.
Terms & Conditions
Anyone partaking in any classes or coming to any events at Edendale Farm or organised by Edendale Farm must agree to these terms and conditions.
1.) LIABILITY WAIVER
I agree to take on full responsibility for any damages, injuries and for physical and/or personal property, which I might incur whilst participating in classes and/or events organised by Edendale Farm
2.) PHOTO & VIDEO
I agree to give Edendale Farm unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs, videos or recordings taken at Edendale Farm classes and events or on Edendale Farm premises. (For use of Edendale Farm marketing materials).
Photos and videos recordings will not be taken of children without written permission from parents or guardians.
3.) REFUNDS
Edendale Farm requires 72 hours notice in writing prior to the class commencing for a refund, transfer or credit.
4.) CANCELLATIONS
In the event that a class is cancelled by Edendale Farm, students will be notified via text message or email and entitled to a full refund, transfer or credit.