Community,
Conservation,
Sustainability
The Gap Sustainability Initiative is a charitable, volunteer-led community organisation. We work in partnership with other local groups, residents, schools, businesses, and governmental stakeholders to promote sustainable living practices and a positive ecological environment.
We run free bi-monthly educational seminars in The Gap, engage with local schools to facilitate their sustainability journey, and champion three main projects:
We collaborate with all public servants without prejudice or preference to a political party.
Current Projects
The Platypus
Project
The Platypus once called The Gap home. Can we bring it back and what would it take? Join us in our quest to make The Gap habitable for the Platypus once again.
Community
Energy
Energy is essential for our quality of life. What role could our community play in generating and securing access to environmentally safe and affordable energy for all residents?
Sustainability
Together
The Gap is home to many community groups and initiatives. Can we coordinate efforts and resources to make sustainable living accessible and convenient for all residents?
Educational
Seminars
Mr Hamish Butler and Mr Brian Latham– January 2024
Moreton Water Plan Consultation
Attendees were informed that the Water Act 2000 and Water Regulation 2016 currently serve as the guiding water legislations for public servants. The existing Moreton water plan, last updated in 2007, is now due for revision, with the public consultation process unfolding in two phases: the current phase and another in approximately 12 months when the draft plan will be open for review again. Please see our January newsletter for more information.
Dr Gilad Bino– October 2023
Creek condition and native fish in Enoggera Creek
Gilad shared with us the five-step plan that was followed to reintroduce Platypus successfully into Royal National Park in NSW. Partnerships, community engagement, and scientific knowledge were all critical to make
sure the habitat was suitable and the Platypus would thrive.
Mr Leo Lee– August 2023
Creek condition and native fish in Enoggera Creek
Mr. Lee highlighted the gradual decline in Enoggera Creek’s well-being during the past decade. While the planting along the creek’s edges has improved shelter for wildlife, the waterway itself and its inhabitants face significant challenges—excessive runoff of fertilizers, chemicals, and microplastics. The discussion revolved around identifying and implementing measures to restore the creek’s health.
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Events
Free community dinners in The Gap
Walton Bridge Reserve 941 Waterworks Road, THE GAP, QLD, AustraliaEvery WEDNESDAY evening from 5-7pm, residents of The Gap are invited to Walton Bridge Reserve Playground to enjoy a free meal with your neighbours, lovingly prepared by volunteers. This initiative […]
Yoorala Street West Bushcare Group
Yoorala Street West Bushcare Group Fursman's Crossing (opposite 135 Yoorala Street), The Gap, Queensland, AustraliaJoin the Yoorala Street West Bushcare Group's working bee to conduct maintenance of the adjacent section of Enoggera creek. Everyone is welcome to join and no experience or equipment is […]
Boomerang Bags The Gap and Surrounds Sewing Bee
The Gap Baptist Church hall 1125 Waterworks Rd, THE GAP, QLD, AustraliaBoomerang Bags The Gap and Surrounds is a friendly group of volunteers who sew various kinds of bags and other practical or decorative items from donated, unwanted fabric. Our mission is […]
# Our Socials
here is a relevant microplastic article from Yale University calling for a new global strategy directed at reducing the production of plastic.
We recently posted several stories about microplastic which is found in all environments now from the Mt Everest to the deepest levels of the sea. Interestingly the Queensland government already has a relevant strategy in place, but when looking at it, most actions seem to be placed at the consumer and recycling level, rather than the producer and avoidance level. According to the waste pyramid, reduction of production of plastic is the most important strategy with recycling only for products that are unavoidable to be made of plastic. At the moment the pyramid seems turned on its head and expect too much for the citizens rather than mandating better practices by those that produce the plastic in the first place?
Quick reminder about our working group meeting tomorrow, 15th October, 7pm, we are getting together to progress our Platypus, Community Energy and Sustainability together projects, and will discuss our street tree care project and cycling to the city projects. We are still looking for a student who would like to make the topic of cat ownership a subject of their science project or investigation. We are thinking of a household survey that could investigate the knowledge and attitudes of cat owners about their cats behaviour and whether to keep the cat indoors. Please be in contact by email info@thegapsustainability.org if you know of a student who might want to take this topic on.
Would you like to learn more about biodiversity? What it is, what enables it, what degrades it, and what you can do to help? Join Biodiversity Collage Australia this Wednesday 5.30-8.30 in the Valley for a fun, creative and collaborative workshop. In a team of 5-7 recreate an ecosystem, play a 39-card game, unleash your artistic creativity and brainstorm ideas. Only very few spots available. Register now:
While maybe not obviously related to sustainability, war and weapons are actually a main source of biodiversity decline, require a huge amount of resources to build and maintain, and if used leave behind a trail of destruction not only for humans but also for flora and fauna. We therefore would like to congratulate this year's noble prize winners, who are victims of nuclear weapons and now advocating strongly against nuclear and other weapons! This follows the 2017 nobel prize for the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons and the 1985 prize for the International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War. Let's hope politics follows the nobel prize committee this time around.
Voting for the Waste Smart Award closes tomorrow. Make sure you vote counts and be inspired by the amazing people and teams that have made the finalist list this year. It is very inspiring to see the many ideas and ingenuity in reusing and recycling materials. Congratulations to all nominated and making the finalist list!