At Mycelia, we host and support a variety of workshops, webinars, and community gatherings focused on cultural governance, renewable energy, and the emerging regenerative economy.
Explore our upcoming events below and discover how you can get involved in co-designing a fairer, more sustainable future for regional communities.
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Energy Exchange Series
The 2026 Energy Exchange series brings together trusted experts — including leading electrification educators Goodbye Gas and community‑owned energy specialists Earthworker Smart Energy Cooperative — to offer clear, practical guidance on everything from understanding energy bills to planning solar, batteries and home upgrades.
Energy Exchange 1 — Tune In: What’s Driving Your Bills?
A hands‑on session helping households understand their energy use, bills and apps. Participants will learn:
- how to read and interpret energy data
- what’s driving their costs
- how to make informed changes that reduce bills
Dates & Registration Links:
- Saturday 21 February, 10:00am – 11:30am, Venus Bay Community Centre: RSVP to [email protected]
- Monday 23 February, 10:30am – 12:00pm, Milpara Community House, Korumburra: https://events.humanitix.com/tune-in-korumburra-2026
- Thursday 26 March, 1:30pm – 3:00pm, Corinella & Districts Community Centre: https://events.humanitix.com/tune-in-corinella-2026
- Wednesday 1April, 10:00am – 11:30am, Wonthaggi Town Hall: https://events.humanitix.com/tune-in-wonthaggi
Energy Exchange 2 — Switch On: Easy Efficiency Wins
Facilitated by Earthworker Smart Energy Cooperative, this session introduces participants to low‑cost upgrades that improve comfort and cut running costs. Topics include:
- draught‑proofing
- insulation
- what to prioritise in your household
- why efficiency matters in our local climate and cost context
Dates & Registration Links:
- Tuesday 17 March, 10:30am – 12:00pm, Milpara Community House, Korumburra: https://events.humanitix.com/switch-on-korumburra-2026
- Thursday 23 April, 1:30pm – 3:00pm, Corinella & Districts Community Centre: https://events.humanitix.com/switch-on-corinella
- Thursday 30 April, 10:00am – 11:30am, Manna Gum House, Foster: https://events.humanitix.com/switch-on-foster
- Wednesday 20 May, 10:00am – 11:30am, Wonthaggi Town Hall: https://events.humanitix.com/switch-on-wonthaggi
Energy Exchange 3 — Plug In, Power Up: Electrification Made Easy
A practical, community‑friendly session facilitated by Goodbye Gas, unpacking what it really takes to go all-electric. Participants will learn:
- how home electrification works
- which upgrades matter most
- how to navigate rebates and incentives
- real‑world examples from households already making the switch
Dates & Registration Links:
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- Saturday 28 February, 2:30pm – 4:00pm, Kilcunda Community Centre: https://events.humanitix.com/plug-in-power-up-kilkunda-2026
- Sunday 1 March, 10:00am – 11:30am, Loch Public Hall: https://events.humanitix.com/plug-in-power-up-loch
Energy Exchange 4 — Charge Ahead: Solar & Storage, Rebates & Roadmaps
A clear, demystifying session on solar, batteries and government support. Participants will learn:
- how solar and storage reduce bills
- which technologies to consider
- how to choose trusted installers
- how to stack rebates and incentives
- steps to build a personalised upgrade roadmap
Dates & Registration Links:
- Saturday 21 February, 12:00pm – 1:00pm, Venus Bay Community Centre: RSVP to [email protected]
- Saturday 11 April, 10:00am – 12:00pm, Kilcunda Community Centre: https://events.humanitix.com/charge-ahead-kilkunda
- Saturday 11 April, 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Loch Public Hall: https://events.humanitix.com/charge-ahead-loch
Energy Exchange 5 — Make a Connection: Meet Trusted Installers & Take the Next Step
A networking‑style event connecting households with vetted local installers. Participants can ask questions, compare quotes, explore timelines and get tailored advice — turning interest into action with trusted support.
Dates & Registration Links:
- Saturday 21 February, 2:30pm – 4:00pm, Venus Bay Community Centre: RSVP to [email protected]
- Saturday 2 May, 10:00am – 12:00pm, Kilcunda Community Centre: https://events.humanitix.com/make-a-connection-kilkunda
- Saturday 2 May, 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Loch Public Hall: https://events.humanitix.com/make-a-connection-loch
Energy Upgrades for Rentals
To support rental providers through the new standards, Mycelia is hosting a series of free community lunch and information sessions across South Gippsland and Bass Coast.
Energy Upgrades for Rentals
To support rental providers through the new standards, Mycelia is hosting a series of free community lunch and information sessions across South Gippsland and Bass Coast.
These sessions will cover:
- what the new Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards require
- which upgrades may be needed and when
- what rebates and grants are available
- how Mycelia can assist with assessments, admin and upgrade coordination
- how to access up to $1,000 in upgrade support through the pilot
Dates & Registration Links:
- Tuesday 17 March, 1:00pm – 2:30pm, Milpara Community House, Korumburra: https://events.humanitix.com/energy-upgrades-for-korumburra
- Wednesday 18 March, 12:30pm – 2:00pm, San Remo Hotel: https://events.humanitix.com/energy-upgrades-for-san-remo
- Thursday 30 April, 12:00pm – 1:30pm, Manna Gum House, Foster: https://events.humanitix.com/energy-upgrades-for-foster
- Wednesday 3 June, 12:30pm – 2:00pm, Wonthaggi Town Hall: https://events.humanitix.com/energy-upgrades-for-wonthaggi
