With the release of the University’s Strategy 2023-2030, Ngala Kwop Biddi, the University reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability, making it among the top three strategic priorities. Our proposed sustainability plan sets us on a path to becoming a leader in sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices.  

Guided by our core principles and commitment to environmental stewardship, the Sustainability Sub-Strategy outlines our key priorities, supported by our core activities to create a holistic approach that encourages positive change within the university and beyond.

Martin Brueckner, Pro-Vice Chancellor Sustainability explains what it means to excel in sustainability:

“Being excellent at sustainability means thinking about how our actions affect the environment and taking responsibility to make a positive difference. By starting with ourselves and working together as a university community, we can each contribute to making the world a better place. Our combined efforts can lead to big, positive change”.

• Discover your Ecological footprint! Use the Ecological Footprint Calculator to see the environmental impact of your lifestyle on a global scale. Use this information to consider ways in which you can make changes and live within the ecological means of our planet.  

• Adopt a sustainable habit. Reduce waste by always carrying your reusable drink and food containers. Guild Cafes give 20c off if you bring your own cup. 

• FREE bicycle safety check (12 September & 10 October): Have your bike checked by experienced mechanics from People on Bicycles. They will inspect your helmet, brakes, gears, and tire pressure; adjust brakes and gears if possible; and provide advice on necessary repairs. Register your bike service.

• Guild Markets (12 September): Come along to the sustainability themed Guild Markets for a lively day of great community vibes.   

• Inaugural Sustainability Collective Sundowner: Save the date for Thursday, 12 September (2-3:30pm) at the Murdoch Tavern. Join us for the first quarterly meeting of Murdoch students and staff who are passionate about sustainability. The Sustainability Collective will enable the sharing of information and build community around our shared goals.

• Festival of Ngoolarks (13 September): Celebrate our iconic black cockatoos and learn how you can help them survive extinction. The festival begins at 4pm in the Northern Plaza at Boola Katitjin, Murdoch’s award-winning academic building.

• Know your Campus Spring Wildflower Tour (18 September): Save your spot for a guided walk through our beautiful natural bushland at the Chelodina Wetland.

• Murdoch Community Gardens Busy Bee and Dinner (24 September): Join us for the Busy Bee and stay for dinner from 4:30pm.
• Students Organising for Sustainability - Responsible Futures Working Group (30 September): Join us online or in person to discuss existing sustainability initiatives and to develop related projects and ideas.
• Gladdy Grab - Weeding with purpose (9 October): Join the Murdoch Environmental Restoration Group (MERG) for this biodiversity blitz targeting the gladdies - AKA the pink menace.  

Stay tuned for more Sustainable September events and initiatives. Together, we can make a meaningful impact!