Do you believe in climate action, but struggle to find time among other commitments like family, work and hobbies?
We get it! That’s why Tweed Climate Action Network (TweedCAN) is seeking to make it as simple as possible for locals to make a difference.
Modern life is hectic, and research shows people find it increasingly difficult to commit to volunteering.
TweedCAN has embraced a project-based model, offering volunteers the chance to contribute their skills and expertise to individual projects without an expectation you’ll attend meetings or be available next month. You might help by organising a tree planting, designing online campaign materials, partaking in a local citizen science project or researching ways locals can save money via renewable energy.
Established in 2025, TweedCAN aims to be a one-stop shop for local climate action news and events happening around the region.
We help volunteers find a project; and help projects find volunteers. We can help you find a community group to join, or an event to attend and have fun.
If you’re keen to set up your own project or community group, we can connect you with expert advice from the TweedCAN Brains Trust.
We also sometimes publish advice on what you can do to reduce your own household’s carbon emissions.
TweedCAN chair Conal Hanna says the idea is to engage local residents who believe in climate change but may have put it in the ‘too hard’ basket.
“Most Australians believe in climate change but live like they don’t,” Hanna says. “Climate action is rational, contagious and brings people together.”
Deputy chair Sally Evans says everyone has a role to play.
“By connecting our community through small actions and projects we build the strength to create real change.”
Learn more about TweedCAN at the World Environment Day festival at Murwillumbah Showgrounds on Sunday, June 7. Or check out our website at tweedcan.org and subscribe to our monthly newsletter.
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