In this episode we chat with two local author/illustrators.
Trace Balla is a Castlemaine local and much beloved author/illustrator who has produced multiple comic style books about young people learning about and thus learning to love nature. Her latest creation 'Landing with Wings' has just been released by Allen & Unwin.
J. M. Rodier is a Kyneton local and has just published her first book called 'Lanuola'. It is a whimsical and fantastical short novel for tweens with occasional illustrations all about the real problem of crown of thorn starfish in our reefs.
Coronavirus and the environment updates:
I'm really sorry to say it but some good news is fake news:
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/2020/03/coronavirus-pandemic-fake-animal-viral-social-media-posts/
Also, if it ain't toilet paper then bin it or compost it but whatever you do, DON'T FLUSH IT:
https://www.coliban.com.au/coliban-water-calls-community-assistance-prevent-sewer-blockages
Trace Balla:
http://traceballa.yolasite.com/
https://www.facebook.com/TraceBalla/
Follow this link and scroll to the bottom of the page to get downloadable kids activities based on the book:
https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/childrens/Landing-with-Wings-Trace-Balla-9781760296957
Links to indigenous groups mentioned by Trace:
https://nalderun.net.au/
http://www.djadjawurrung.com.au/
http://www.eelfestival.org.au/
J M Rodier:
https://www.facebook.com/RodierJM/
or email her at: michellerodier61@gmail.com
Some info about the crown of thorns starfish and giant sea snails:
https://www.huffingtonpost.com.au/2017/09/17/how-a-huge-beautiful-snail-could-save-the-great-barrier-reef_a_23212800/
S5 E22 The Housing Crisis - Creative Solutions
S5 E21 The Housing Crisis - Building Together
S5 E20 The Housing Crisis - What's the problem?
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S5 E19 Bonus: Connecting Country live event
S5 E18 Connecting Country
S5 E17 Village Dreaming
S5 E16 Compost!? Yes, In My Back Yard
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S5 E14 Love and Garlic - Gung Hoe Growers
S5 E13 Micro Dairy with Tess Sellar
S5 E12 The Orchard Keepers
S5 E11 An Incredible Octopus with Katie Finlay
S5 E10 Plastic Free July with Rebecca Prince-Ruiz
S5 E09 Walking Together
S5 E08 Living Democracy with Tim Hollo
S5 E07 Root to Tip with Duang
S5 E06 Talking About Money
S5 E05 The Castlemaine Currency Project
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