More than 850 people took part in the 2026 Festival, with over half attending a Changemakers event for the first time — highlighting growing community interest in local climate action.

Delivered with official partners Goldfields Library Corporation and Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group, the festival featured more than 60 events focused on collaborative climate action across the region.

Evaluation results show the festival didn’t just inspire—it empowered. Participants rated events an average of 4.6 out of 5. More than half said they felt confident applying what they learned, 26% felt fully ready to act, and almost half identified a specific action they planned to take within seven days.

Thank you to the many community groups, organisations, artists, facilitators and participants who helped make the 2026 festival such a success.

Join local mushroom expert Greg Boldiston for a leisurely walk around Sanatorium Lake and discover the visible clues of the hidden mycelium network beneath our feet. Sunday 17 May from 1-3pm.

Australia has over 90 endemic mistletoe species, a vital species group that supports richer birdlife and many butterfly species. In this presentation, Alan Carter explores mistletoe biology, its ecological role, and practical methods for restoring mistletoe through seed collection, germination, and protective installation. Thursday 4 June from 5:30pm - 6:30pm, Macedon.

Do you know an individual, group or organisation in your community making a difference to the environment and sustainable land or water use? Nominate them for a Landcare Award.

As the winter chill fills the air, learn how you can reduce your energy and water costs and keep warm during the cooler months.