Australian communities are already grappling with the impacts of climate change — adapting to food and water insecurity, worsening bushfire and flood risk, intense summer weather and rising energy costs. Hear from people who are taking action at a local level to improve climate resilience, and rethinking what they need to thrive. Take inspiration and ideas for what you can do to make positive change, and help protect the things you love.
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Australian communities are already grappling with the impacts of climate change — adapting to food and water insecurity, worsening bushfire and flood risk, intense summer weather and rising energy costs. Hear from people who are taking action at a local level to improve climate resilience, and rethinking what they need to thrive. Take inspiration and ideas for what you can do to make positive change, and help protect the things you love.
Growing leaders in Maryborough: How a school groundsman and students tackle climate change
Everything We Need
18 minutes 9 seconds
1 year ago
Growing leaders in Maryborough: How a school groundsman and students tackle climate change
Maryborough is a regional town on Djaara country. The town is home to the Maryborough Education Centre, a primary, secondary, and special needs school. Maryborough faces socio-economic challenges and is ranked as the most disadvantaged local government area in Victoria. It’s also a community where individuals like Troy Butler, the school's groundsman and sustainability officer, are dedicated to making a positive impact, particularly in the area of climate change. Hear about the power of mentorship, vulnerability, and community action in preparing and supporting young people to adapt to a changing climate.
Everything We Need
Australian communities are already grappling with the impacts of climate change — adapting to food and water insecurity, worsening bushfire and flood risk, intense summer weather and rising energy costs. Hear from people who are taking action at a local level to improve climate resilience, and rethinking what they need to thrive. Take inspiration and ideas for what you can do to make positive change, and help protect the things you love.
