Capital Region Community Services Recognised for Environmental Excellence!
We are thrilled to announce that we, Capital Region Community Services have achieved a significant milestone by becoming accredited with the prestigious Business Recycling Program. This accreditation not only recognises our commitment to environmental sustainability but also showcases the outstanding efforts of our dedicated team in reducing waste and promoting eco-friendly practices within our organisation.
In recent years, our organisation has undergone a remarkable transformation. Through relentless dedication and innovative initiatives, we have successfully reduced the percentage of landfill from a staggering 79% to an impressive 41%. Additionally, we have significantly decreased the total amount of waste produced, going from 13.2 cubic metres down to an impressive 9.6 cubic metres. These achievements reflect our unwavering dedication to making a positive impact on the environment.
One of the key factors behind our success is the introduction of our exceptional Sharepoint Sustainability Site. This platform has allowed us to streamline our sustainability efforts, enabling better communication, collaboration, and the implementation of eco-friendly practices across our operations.
We are thrilled to share that our efforts have not gone unnoticed. Everyday Climate, an esteemed environmental organisation, has gifted us a well-deserved trophy and certificate in recognition of our outstanding achievements. Furthermore, we are thrilled to be featured on the accredited businesses interactive map on the Everyday Climate Choices website, solidifying our position as a leader in sustainable business practices.
With these accolades and acknowledgments, we are motivated to continue our journey towards environmental excellence. As we look forward to the future, we are excited to participate in the upcoming Climate Choices Business Awards. We strongly consider nominating ourselves in 2024 to further showcase our dedication to the environment and sustainability.
None of this would have been possible without the hard work and commitment of each and every individual that makes up our wonderful and brilliant organisation. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our staff, volunteers, and supporters for their invaluable contributions to our sustainability mission.
We are thrilled to share that our efforts have not gone unnoticed. Everyday Climate, an esteemed environmental organisation, has gifted us a well-deserved trophy and certificate in recognition of our outstanding achievements. Furthermore, we are thrilled to be featured on the accredited businesses interactive map on the Everyday Climate Choices website, solidifying our position as a leader in sustainable business practices.
With these accolades and acknowledgments, we are motivated to continue our journey towards environmental excellence. As we look forward to the future, we are excited to participate in the upcoming Climate Choices Business Awards. We strongly consider nominating ourselves in 2024 to further showcase our dedication to the environment and sustainability.
None of this would have been possible without the hard work and commitment of each and every individual that makes up our wonderful and brilliant organisation. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our staff, volunteers, and supporters for their invaluable contributions to our sustainability mission.
Recent News Stories
Following on from the signage placed around the Belconnen Community Centre and notices distributed to participants, we are sharing this update to confirm that the Swanson Court carpark has now permanently closed as of Tuesday 2 April 2025, due to a new development at the site by JWLand.
Young people in Belconnen now have easier access to free, confidential health and wellbeing support with the arrival of the T25 Clinic at Belconnen Youth Centre. Every Thursday from 2pm to 5pm the T25 Clinic van, Mini Pat, will be on-site offering a safe and welcoming space for young people aged 12 to 25. There’s no need for an appointment – just drop in when you need support.
The Canberra Day Appeal 2025 has wrapped up for another year and we are grateful to everyone who contributed, either by making a donation or helping to spread awareness. Thanks to the generosity of our community, employees and corporate supporters, we raised an amazing $6,736.40 – an increase from $5590 in 2024. These funds will go directly towards recruiting, training and supporting more volunteer transport drivers, ensuring people in our community can get to their essential medical appointments for chronic health conditions such as cancer and kidney disease.
Patsy is a lifelong storyteller and a creative spirit. For nearly 20 years, she was a storyteller at early childhood education centres, captivating children with her tales – sometimes using handmade props to bring them to life, other times sharing stories she wrote herself. Creativity has always been second nature to her, and when she’s caught up in a project, time flies by often leading to late nights. Though she recently stepped away from storytelling, she continues her creative pursuits, including a quilt project through Involve (stay tuned!).
For Therese Beckmann, sewing isn’t just about fabric and stitches – it’s a way of telling stories, bringing people together and creating something meaningful. After 30 years of working in sewing, dressmaking and teaching, she realised she wanted to take her skills beyond the retail space and into the community. She had always felt drawn to the senior age group, especially after hearing students in her art classes say, “This is better than therapy.” Hearing it over and over made her realise just how powerful creativity could be in bringing people together and improving wellbeing.