Community Billboard 2-8 April
Progress on The Blue Economy, New Economics and Learning for Sustainability
Dr Gunter Pauli is a Belgian eco-entrepreneur who founded the Zero Emissions Research Initiative, which works to redesign processes of production and consumption to minimise, recycle and reuse waste within a market context. In this free talk, he will outline progress of Blue Economy initiatives around the world since he was last here, and explore their relevance to Australia.
When: Tuesday April 3rd, 6:00-7:30 pm
Where: Sydney University Law School Foyer, Eastern Avenue, Camperdown
How much: FREE
More info here
Inga Liljestrom plays Venue 505
A rare treat to kick off the very long Easter long weekend. One of Australia’s most distinctive female voices and one of our all time favourites returns for a flying visit from Paris. She will be performing a very special one off intimate show, stripping back her tunes to their bare acoustic bones. This is sure to be a big one, so if you are interested make sure you book early to avoid disappointment.
When: Thursday April 5th, doors open 7:30pm
Where: Venue 505, 280 Cleveland Street, Surry Hills
How much: $25/$20 concession
More info here
Exhibition of work by John William Lewin at the State Library
You’re probably not familiar with the the name John William Lewin, but there are plenty of reasons to amend that. He was Australia’s first professional artist, sent to Australia by a wealthy entomologist in order to collect specimens for his insect collection. Lewin managed to miss the boat out, which wasn’t that great a start, but landed in 1800 and proceeded to collect, draw and paint Australia’s natural history – becoming the first author to publish an illustrated book in the colonies. This free exhibition presents over 150 of Lewin’s drawings and paintings, most of which were never seen by Australian eyes, and is curated by Mitchell Librarian Richard Neville.
When: 05 Mar-27 May, open 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, 10am-5pm Weekends
Where: NSW State Library, Macquarie Street, Sydney (near Martin Place)
How much: FREE
More info here or phone 02 9273 1414
Down the Rabbit Hole
White Rabbit, Chippendale’s beloved gallery, has just reopened after a long period of renovation. Their newly-opened exhibition takes cues from the themes of Alice in Wonderland and features a number of talented young Chinese artists. Expect to see a dazzling installation made from discarded lamps, a giant sculpted heart, a sparkling clean garbage truck, an ancient wall (with a modern twist) and plenty more. Make sure to head to the tea room afterwards for some delicious dumplings.
When: March 1st – August 1st, open Thursday-Sunday 10:00am – 6:00pm
Where: White Rabbit Gallery, 30 Balfour St, Chippendale
How much: FREE
More info here or phone 02 8399 2867
Museum of Contemporary Art – Volume One: MCA Collection
As part of its long anticipated reopening season, the new Museum of Contemporary Art Australia is looking forward and looking back. Volume One: MCA Collection features works by more than 150 Australian artists acquired since the Museum was founded in May 1989, reflecting the diversity of Australian contemporary art in the last 20 years. Expect to see work from the likes of artists Tracey Moffatt, Mike Parr, Brown Council, William Yang and Judith Wright among others. It’s worth checking out just to see the newly renovated gallery, featuring an all-new rooftop bar and gallery.
When: Open 10am-5pm, Thursdays 10am-9pm
Where: The Museum of Contemporary Art, 140 George St, The Rocks
How much: FREE
More info here or phone 02 9245 2400