Annual Report 2022
​A number of Sustainable Neighbourhood projects have made considerable progress this year.
The ReLeaf Lake Mac team is developing the Tree Trail at the Museum of Art and Culture, yapang. Community greening projects at Blackalls Park and Rathmines are now underway, and substantial planning for the Tiny Forest project is proceeding.
Our volunteers planted trees at eight locations for National Tree Day and took part in Clean Up Australia.
Reduce, reuse and waste reduction messages were emphasised at five Repair Cafe sessions, through the Plastic Free Cafes project, a worm farm workshop and three Waste to Art exhibitions.

We have been pleased to influence the development of Council’s Urban Greening Strategy, circular economy initiatives, and continue to actively support other key measures to improve the liveability of the city and manage climate change. We continue to collaborate with a range of generous community partners and other groups to strengthen and share our messages.

On behalf of the Alliance board, I give sincere thanks to all of our amazing volunteers and supporters who deliver sustainable living campaigns and projects to communities across the city with great energy and enthusiasm.
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Annual Report 2021
I am proud that the Sustainable Neighbourhood network continues to exhibit resilience, patience and innovation. We have stayed connected with our members and the wider community by embracing hybrid meetings, small outdoor events, social media and our citywide projects.

To our amazing volunteers, thank you. Without your commitment, dedication and forward-thinking, Sustainable Neighbourhoods would not have made the 10-year mark. In your roles as Sustainable Neighbourhood volunteers and advocates, may you continue to inspire and empower the residents of Lake Macquarie to live a more sustainable life.

- Robyn Charlton, Chairperson
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Annual Report 2020
We are delighted to present the 2020 Sustainable Neighbourhoods Annual Report, highlighting our achievements and activities in the 2019-20 financial year.
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This year has provided the Alliance and the Sustainable Neighbourhood Network with many challenges.
Through drought, bushfires and COVID-19, Sustainable Neighbourhoods has evolved and become stronger and more resilient, leading the way for a more sustainable future across Lake Macquarie City.
- Robyn Charlton, Chairperson
Annual Report 2019
We are pleased to present the 2019 Sustainable Neighbourhoods Annual Report, highlighting our achievements and activities in the 2018-19 financial year.
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 Annual Report 2018
We are proud to publish the Sustainable Neighbourhoods Annual Report 2018.
The report summarises our achievements and activities in the 2017-18 financial year.
"We are not done and there is much yet to do, but the Sustainable Neighbourhood volunteers' positivity, perseverance and preparedness to act will head us resolutely towards our vision for the City in which we live, 'Neighbourhoods that are empowered to live sustainably'."
Colin Mondy, Chairperson
Lake Macquarie Sustainable Neighbourhood Alliance
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