Are you looking for cutting-edge information on the latest in Sustainability issues,
products or services that can help you to adapt to a changing future,
​or ways to get involved with your local community in meaningful activities
​that empower you to be part of the solution?

You have come to the right place. ​

We are excited to announce that the 2023 Sustainability Festival will be organised by the Bass Coast Landcare Network and held on
May 21st from 10am-3pm at the River Garden in Bass. Please share this event announcement amongst your networks!

​Unlike 2021’s Festival of online and in person events over six weeks, 2023 will be one big event day, to be held in-person in the historic township of Bass, at the River Garden, located behind the Landcare office as well as in and around the Community Hall. 

​Please click the relevant link below to express your interest in hosting a presentation, demonstration or being a Stallholder,
or see our FAQ's below for more information.
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​Keep checking back here for updates on Festival activities and announcements and click here to follow our Festival Facebook page for the most recent updates. ​

​This event is supported by the Bass Coast Shire Council. 
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This is your chance to move towards a happy, connected, healthy and sustainable future!

​Be a part of building a sustainable community by using #BassCoastSustainabilityFestival2023 to spread the word via your social media!
"I love the Southern Gippsland Sustainability Festival because it is an opportunity to showcase exhibitors, eco-friendly businesses and products and provide practical information, down-to-earth demonstrations and speakers." - Past Festival attendee

Information for 2023 Sponsors,
​Stallholders and PResenters

We are looking for talented sustainability teachers, demonstrators and public speakers from Southern Gippsland and beyond. Does this sound like you or could you demonstrate your innovation, product or service?
We are looking for experienced entrepreneurs and stallholders like you! This is a rare chance for enterprises to hold a stall and grow awareness of  highly sought after local produce and eco-friendly products or services.
This Festival would not be possible without the generous support of our committed sponsors. We offer extensive and unique marketing opportunities for our chosen supporting partners in our network. Does this sound like you?
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
how much are tickets? 
Entry is via a gold coin donation.
WHERE is the Festival?
The 2023 Festival at Bass Coast Landcare Network's River Garden, in Bass. The address is  2-4 Bass School Road Bass VIC 3991
How much does a stall cost?
​Stallholder package (3x3 Marquee sites) - $40
Includes: 3x3m space for your own Marquee (BYO tables and display material)
Social media shout out on the Festival’s Facebook page and a listing in the Festival Market Page
All food Vendors are required to have their own food safety permits and apply for a relevant Streatrader certificate for the event.
Food vendor package (Van or food truck)- $60
Includes: Space for your van or marquee, access to water if needed and limited access to power. Limited spaces available. Social media shout out on the Festival Facebook page and a listing in the Festival Market Page. All food Vendors are required to have their own food safety permits and apply for a relevant Streatrader certificate for the event.
Community organisation – $Free
Includes: 3x3m space for your own Marquee (BYO tables and display material)
Social media shout out on the Festival Facebook page and a listing in the online Festival program
Application form for all packages below.
Can I volunteer at this event? 
As a community event, designed to support the Southern Gippsland community, local enterprises and organisations, we welcome your involvement. If you would like to volunteer at the event, get in touch. If you would like to register as a stallholder, a presenter/demonstrator or offer a sponsorship opportunity - please see the boxes above to link to the application forms.

    festival Volunteer enquiries

Is this a family-friendly event?
Yes! We will have plenty of things for the kids to do as well, look out for announcements of our Festival activities, presentations, demonstrations and stallholders, on this page and on our Festival facebook page. 
When will the program of Exhibitors, Demonstrations and Presenters be announced? 
The 2023 Festival program of exhibitors, demonstrations and events will be announced in early May 2023. 
Who do i contact for more information? 
For the most recent updates on the festival please see our facebook page by clicking here. For all other event enquiries, please contact Bass Coast Landcare Network's Festival organiser Lisa Wangman on [email protected]

Sustainability festival location

The much awaited 2023 Festival is in the historic town of Bass. Stalls, events and presentations are at the Bass Coast Landcare River Garden, located behind the Landcare office building and within the grounds of the Bass Recreation reserve next to the Bass Community Centre and Op Shop.
Festival Address: Bass Coast Landcare Network, 2-4 Bass School Road Bass VIC 3991.
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SUSTAINABILITY RESOURCES

With the help of our presenters and hosts of events held within the 2021 Sustainability festival, we have compiled a list of  'Available Anytime - Sustainability Resources'. This resource list is sorted into topics and includes includes links to information to empower you on your journey of adaptation to a more sustainable lifestyle. 

This is a great place to find info on various topics under sustainable living, farming, rebates and incentives, sustainable homes and gardens, reducing waste and resource use, and sustainable communities.

Click here to check out the growing range of resources!

​Be a part of building a sustainable community by using #BassCoastSustainabilityFestival2023 to spread the word via your social media!

our sponsors

​The 2023 Sustainability Festival is supported by