Futuremakers - Creating a sustainable future [Issue 2, June 2006]

Creating a sustainable way of life (Issue 2, June 2006)

Hi Futuremaker.
This is the latest edition of Futuremakers, WWF's regular email bulletin. In it you'll find links to the latest news from around the world, features about the state of the planet and, most importantly, ways that you can take action.

Matthew Nott organised more than 10% of the Bega Shire turned up one Sunday to create a human sign spelling 'Clean energy for eternity' which dissolved and reformed to spell 'Imagine'. © Matthew Nott

Locals making a better future

Futuremakers are everywhere. This month brought news of more voices calling for a sustainability revolution, more ways to adapt to - and avoid the worst impacts of - the changing climate that's coming our way.

On Australian beaches, urban school yards and farms in the tropical north, Futuremakers are gathering to make a difference. All believe it's a grassroots movement worth fighting for and, well, a bit of fun too.

» Read about these Futuremakers

Susie Maroney. Photo used with permission.

Susie Maroney Champion marathon swimmer

Susie has swum not only in oceans, but "rivers, dams, creeks and any big puddle of water in places most people don't even see."

As guest writer Susie shares her perspective of the changes she has witnessed in our marine environment - a place she calls "my play area, my office".

» Read Susie's Story

Recycle your mobile

Are you one of the 85% of Australians who own a mobile phone? What can you do when your phone breaks or you're ready to upgrade? Recycle it!

Start a group or volunteer

Find out more about how you can take action in your local community to make a better future.

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Forward this email to your friends, family and workmates; talk to them about the issues and encourage them to join you in creating a sustainable future.

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News from WWF-Australia and around the world.

Nature's acrobats at risk (WWF-Australia)
Of the 15 species of rock wallaby, many are now considered threatened and can no longer be found in much of their original habitat. »
Joburg's renewable revolution
(Alternative Energy Blog)
Working-class people in Johannesburg's inner city are already using renewable energy in their homes. »
Environmental own goals (WWF)
As the Football World Cup plays out in Germany, WWF counts down our planet's greatest environmental own goals. »

Your denim footprint (Guardian)
The ecological impact of a pair of jeans. »
Eco-reality TV (WWF-Australia)
WWF teams with global TV network Animal Planet on a new series. »
Ice, wind and fire
(Time Magazine)
A startling photo essay demonstrating the impacts of climate change. »

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