Why sustainability together?

In The Gap, a growing number of individuals share concerns about sustainability but often feel uncertain about where to begin their efforts. Fortunately, there exist several community groups in The Gap whose values and initiatives align with one another and with our goals. Additionally, government initiatives readily offer opportunities for community members to get involved in sustainable actions. We firmly believe that by coordinating all endeavours, we can achieve more effective and holistic solutions for our community, all while optimizing time and resources.

Our strategies:

• Networking: Connecting like-minded individuals and groups.
• Bringing People Together: Facilitating collaborative efforts.
• Raising Awareness: Promoting sustainability initiatives, compatible policies, and the need for revisions.
• Providing Conduits: Enabling individuals and organizations to showcase their sustainability initiatives.
• Providing Support: Sponsorship of other community groups for grant application.

What we are doing.

We aim to simplify sustainable actions by:

• Creating a Central Hub: Establishing and maintaining a website for sharing information.
• Building a Registry: Compiling a list of community groups engaged in sustainability.
• Maintaining a Calendar: Updating a schedule of events, working bees, and engagement opportunities.
• Supporting Local Initiatives: Backing local schools, businesses, and community groups committed to sustainability.
• Promoting Volunteerism: Encouraging residents to participate in existing groups and community opportunities.
• Showcasing Opportunities: Highlighting sustainability projects, such as the Platypus project, Community energy, Verge Gardens, Bush regeneration, and Waste Reduction initiatives.

Together, these strategies will empower The Gap community to embrace sustainability and work collectively towards a more environmentally conscious future.

Sustainability Together 2025 Projects