Spread knowledge about the relationship between agriculture, food systems, and a healthy environment. This day highlights the regenerative methods of agriculture that supports soil health, biodiversity, ecosystems and sustainable farming.
SeaWeek is Australia’s major national public awareness campaign to focus community awareness, provide information and encourage an appreciation for the sea.
World Seagrass Day raises awareness at all levels promotes conservation of seagrasses in order to contribute to their health and development, which is important for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Clean Up Australia inspires and mobilises communities to improve and conserve our environment, eliminate litter and end waste.
An opportunity to celebrate the many beautiful and varied forms of wild fauna and flora, to raise awareness of their many benefits to reminds us of the urgent need to step up the fight against wildlife crime and human-induced reduction of species, which have wide-ranging economic, environmental and social impacts.
On this Day, UNESCO raises awareness of the role of engineering in modern life, which is essential to mitigate the impact of climate change and advance sustainable development.
The International Day of Action for Rivers advocates for protecting and restoring river systems and recognises the rights of communities who depend on healthy rivers for their livelihoods and wellbeing.
This day helps recognise, and celebrate, the importance recycling plays in preserving our precious primary resources & securing the future of our planet. Every year the Earth yields billions of tons of natural resources, & they are running out. That’s why we must think again about what we throw away, seeing not waste, but opportunity.
The Day celebrates and raises awareness of the importance of all types of forest. In 2025, forests and food is the theme for the day, celebrating the crucial role of forests in food security, nutrition and livelihoods.
World Water Day celebrates water and inspires action to tackle the global water crisis. A core focus of World Water Day is to support the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6: water and sanitation for all by 2030.
Towards zero waste in fashion and textiles.
Encouraging simple play opportunities in the natural environment.
Better Soil, Better Life, Better Future
The International Day of Plant Health calls on everyone to raise awareness and take action to keep plants, animals, humans and the environment healthy.
Annual event where all primary and secondary students are encouraged to walk and commute safely to school.
World Bee Day raises awareness of the importance of protecting bees and other pollinators, the threats they have and their contribution to a sustainable future.
A global movement to make time outdoors part of every child’s day.
‘Be Part of the Plan’
United Nations International Day for Biological Diversity
‘Bridging Now to Next’
National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
World Bicycle Day draws attention to the benefits of using the bicycle — a simple, affordable, clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transportation.
‘Beat Plastic Pollution’
World Environment Day is the United Nations’ principal vehicle for encouraging worldwide awareness and action for the environment.
An annual event that serves as a reminder of the critical importance of protecting our oceans and marine life.
World day to promote public awareness of international efforts to combat desertification and drought.
Take the challenge and join millions of people reducing their plastic waste.
‘The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy’
Celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Schools Tree Day is a great opportunity to inspire and educate future generations on the many benefits of trees and connection with nature.
Australia’s largest tree planting and nature care event. Help plant one million native trees.
Landcare Week is an annual celebration of landcare held during the first week of August to acknowledge the Australians who are actively restoring, enhancing and protecting the natural environment in their community.
The 2025 theme ‘Decoding the Universe: Exploring the unknown with nature’s hidden language’ invites students and teachers across Australia to delve into the mysteries of the Universe.
Conserve, protect and restore. Protecting lakes today for sustaining life tomorrow.
Celebrate Biodiversity Month and promote the importance of connecting with nature and caring for nature in all its diversity.
A day to commemorate almost 2000 Australian plant and animal species that are listed as ‘threatened’.
Taste the Difference, Feel the Difference, Make a Difference.
Increasing awareness of the benefits or organic products and farming production systems.
A day to highlight that we don’t have to accept our car-dominated society.
A day to raise awareness about the importance of rivers and encourage their stewardship.
United Nations International Day of Awareness on Food Loss and Waste Reduction
Buy nothing for a better future, bigger bank balance, healthier people and a happier planet.
Established by the Australian Wildlife Society, a week to encourage a positive relationship between humanity and nature.
Earth Science Week is a global movement that aims to increase the understanding and awareness of the importance of Earth science and its value to our everyday lives. It is an exciting opportunity to deepen our understanding of the world around us and to discover how Earth Science really is everywhere!
National Ride2Work Day
Ride2Work helps everyday people to jump on a bike and get active on their way to work.
Inspiring individuals, communities, schools and organisations to promote the importance of water.
BirdLife Australia 2026 Aussie Bird Count
The Aussie Bird Count aims to engage school communities in the natural world while getting to know the birds in their local schoolyard through participation in a simple, fun, all-ages activity that can be done anywhere.
An opportunity for all Southern Hemisphere countries to record organisms using the iNaturalist platform.
Join Sustainability Victoria for a range of activities and events throughout November.
A global movement to make time outdoors part of every child’s day.
FrogID Week, hosted by the Australian Museum, is Australia's biggest frog count. Held annually, it's when anyone with a smartphone can help record frog calls through the free FrogID app as a measurement of frog health and distribution around the country.
Raise awareness of the importance of pollinators and support their needs.
Get involved with resources, tools, and events that will help your sustainable impact. Let’s keep valuable materials in use and out of landfill.
Recognizing the important role of safe, affordable, accessible and sustainable transport systems for all in supporting sustainable economic growth, improving the social welfare of people and enhancing international cooperation and trade among countries,
Focus attention on the importance of healthy soil and to advocate for the sustainable management of soil resources.
Coastcare Week is an annual campaign celebrated during the first week of December that acknowledges the Australians who are actively restoring, enhancing and protecting the coastline, waterways, habitat and biodiversity of their community.
Create awareness about the importance of mountains to life, to highlight the opportunities and constraints in mountain development, and to build alliances that will bring positive change to mountain peoples and environments around the world.
Raise awareness about wetlands in order to reverse their rapid loss and encourage actions to conserve and restore them.
Raise awareness and mobilize action for a just and inclusive transition to clean energy for the benefitr of people and the planet.
Create awareness about the importance of mountains to life, to highlight the opportunities and constraints in mountain development, and to build alliances that will bring positive change to mountain peoples and environments around the world.
Focus attention on the importance of healthy soil and to advocate for the sustainable management of soil resources.
Coastcare Week is an annual campaign celebrated during the first week of December that acknowledges the Australians who are actively restoring, enhancing and protecting the coastline, waterways, habitat and biodiversity of their community.
Recognizing the important role of safe, affordable, accessible and sustainable transport systems for all in supporting sustainable economic growth, improving the social welfare of people and enhancing international cooperation and trade among countries,
Get involved with resources, tools, and events that will help your sustainable impact. Let’s keep valuable materials in use and out of landfill.
Raise awareness of the importance of pollinators and support their needs.
FrogID Week, hosted by the Australian Museum, is Australia's biggest frog count. Held annually, it's when anyone with a smartphone can help record frog calls through the free FrogID app as a measurement of frog health and distribution around the country.
A global movement to make time outdoors part of every child’s day.
Join Sustainability Victoria for a range of activities and events throughout November.
An opportunity for all Southern Hemisphere countries to record organisms using the iNaturalist platform.
Inspiring individuals, communities, schools and organisations to promote the importance of water.
BirdLife Australia 2025 Aussie Bird Count
The Aussie Bird Count aims to engage school communities in the natural world while getting to know the birds in their local schoolyard through participation in a simple, fun, all-ages activity that can be done anywhere.
National Ride2Work Day
Ride2Work helps everyday people to jump on a bike and get active on their way to work.
Earth Science Week is a global movement that aims to increase the understanding and awareness of the importance of Earth science and its value to our everyday lives. It is an exciting opportunity to deepen our understanding of the world around us and to discover how Earth Science really is everywhere!
Established by the Australian Wildlife Society, a week to encourage a positive relationship between humanity and nature.
Buy nothing for a better future, bigger bank balance, healthier people and a happier planet.
United Nations International Day of Awareness on Food Loss and Waste Reduction
A day to highlight that we don’t have to accept our car-dominated society.
A day to raise awareness about the importance of rivers and encourage their stewardship.
Taste the Difference, Feel the Difference, Make a Difference.
Increasing awareness of the benefits or organic products and farming production systems.
A day to commemorate almost 2000 Australian plant and animal species that are listed as ‘threatened’.
Celebrate Biodiversity Month and promote the importance of connecting with nature and caring for nature in all its diversity.
