Recycling just got better in CityHive with our new brightly coloured recycling bins, but we need your help to make it effective! In addition to the large recycling bins we also recycle the following items: Batteries – please place in the small black container on the reception desk Food scraps – small container on the […]
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Ecotourism Workshop A Real Hit With Locals
Community members packed The Hive earlier this month to hear from experts and have their say about the future of ecotourism at the Houtman Abrolhos Islands. Attendees heard from international tourism expert, Associate Professor David Newsome who shared his knowledge about adequate protected area management and sustainable nature based tourism at seabird breeding sites. Whilst […]
After Dark In Ancient Rome!
After a sell-out “Scitech After Dark” event in 2017, Scinapse brings you After Dark in Ancient Rome at the Museum of Geraldton on Thursday March 28th. Come and immerse yourself in the new Ancient Rome: The Empire that Shaped the World Touring Exhibition of incredible machines, art and technology. With artefacts, models, catapults, frescoes, armour, weapons, busts, and much more, […]
For the love of Soil and Human Health
The following article is about one of our long-standing members, Amanda Rowland who has recently become a qualified Bodytalker. Here is her story… Amanda has been writing about regenerative agricultural practices over many years and spent a good part of 2018 investigating soil health and the microbiome. She has been visiting and working with different […]
Young Innovator Finals rock the judges
Young Innovators knock the socks off international Line Up of judges at the final pitching event in Geraldton on Friday the 7th December 2018. The future innovators have delivered some great ideas to help Ocean and Waterway Health to the judging panel and guests and parents looking on in awe. Six primary and high school […]
‘Honey Highlights’ for Pollinators in 2018
Every year is a “bizzy” one for Pollinators but as time rolls on, we seem to take on more projects, hold more events and grow our Pollinators community. There were many highlights for 2018, one being that Pollinators secured a state government and Lotterywest grant for CreativeHub amenities. CreativeHub continues to edge closer in becoming […]
DSM Strata – Venture Profile
What is your venture? DSM Strata is an innovative provider of professional Strata Management services; Our family owned and operated business currently services the Geraldton local market. A new branch office has been established and will be operating in Perth in 2019. What’s inspired your work? Our work is inspired by creative and innovative building […]
Meet our new Learning Lead, Emma Jackson
Who are you? I’m an avid volunteer, scientist and roller derby player. I love to travel and push myself out of my comfort zone. What are you working on? As Learning Lead, I will be working to create new and inspiring learning opportunities for Pollinators members and the community. From short lunchtime learnings to larger […]
Sweet Orange Productions – Venture Profile
What is your venture? Sweet Orange Production is a theming and events company specialising in Tropical, Rustic & Nautical themes. We also do weddings, offering the whole package as a celebrant, wedding DJ and of course all the rustic/vintage wedding furniture, lights and gear you need to make your day look amazing! Also, as approved […]
Welcome to our new CityHive Host, Minna Hilton
Who are you? My name is Minna Hilton and I am the new CityHive host here at Pollinators. I love being productive and proactive in my local community so I’m looking forward to being part of the ‘buzz’ here at the Hive. What are you working on? Along with Pollinators, I work as Assistant Producer […]
Geraldton’s Botanical Garden gets the go-ahead!
Friends of Geraldton Gardens Inc. (FROGGs for short) recently got the go-ahead they were after to start Stage 1 of the Geraldton Botanical Gardens project. Pollinators have been supporting FROGGs on their journey to develop a Botanical Garden at Maitland Park in Geraldton’s CBD, similar to Kings Park but on a much smaller scale. Pollinators […]
Great Things STEM from Regional Festival
National Science Week got off to a flying start here in the Mid West with the Goodness Festival 2018 delivering the goods at the Trade Training Centre Open Day on August 11. There were robot wars, birds of prey, CO2 drag races, slime, lots of cool trade equipment to play with as well as live […]
Get Ready to Dance for a Difference Gero!
Get ready for a fun night out filled with live music, good food and drink, singing and dancing… Dance for a Difference is here Geraldton! Dance for a Difference will be a social event held at PCYC, aimed at giving an opportunity for young adults with disabilities to sing, dance and mingle with other members […]
Soup Rallies in the Community Troops
On Friday the 22nd of June, CityHive was packed with members, coworkers and the general public for what was an anticipated evening… GeroSoup is an innovative event that crowdfunds support for local innovations and ideas that benefit the wider community. On the night there were four ventures pitched. Every person in the room not only […]
Take Joy Seriously – Coworker Profile
Who are you? A dynamic loving, curious newbie coming from Europe to start her journey to joy in Australia, the land of plenty! What are you working on? I am trying to become the best me… working as a Personal and Business Development Facilitator and Consultant for Take Joy Seriously. Supporting people to evolve, clarify […]
Geraldton Fringe Festival Attracts Thousands
Who knew that what started out as just a small idea by two Geraldton locals would grow into Geraldton’s largest performing arts festival? Funtavia Festival Producers (and Pollinators Coworkers) Jodi Reilly and Julian Canny stood back in awe on Saturday night as the 2,400th patron walked through the Funtavia gates to experience Geraldton’s Fringe World […]
Inspiring Words From Our Co-founder
The following blog post was retrieved from https://reflexious.com/2018/01/02/learnings-2017/ Learnings from 2017 by Andrew Outhwaite (Co-founder of Pollinators Inc) How can I best summarise learnings from the past year? Below is a distillation of some personal learnings and the audio of it being presented at Pollinators Social Member Meetup on 15th December. The guidance in the invitation […]
Chontarle Bellottie – Coworker Profile
Who are you? …says Absolem the caterpillar in ‘Alice in Wonderland’. I share the same reply as Alice, ‘well I hardly know sir’. Life has taken me on an amazing journey where I am learning more about myself every day. I love who I am now and who I am becoming – a fun, […]
Luke Bayley – Member Profile
Who are you? Luke Bayley, partner of Fiona Stewart, Geraldton Headspace Manager and father of Tanami (13) and Banjo (10). Recently moved to Geraldton from White Wells Station which is an 80,000 ha nature reserve between Perenjori and Payne’s Find. Love Music and wild places What are you working on? I am currently employed […]
Hear Me Out Geraldton – Coworker Profile
What is your venture? Hear Me Out Geraldton is a podcast that focusses on the ordinary, popular and strange happenings in and around Geraldton. This can be either local people or others just passing through. Lee & Reece, as well as a variety of guests, make up HMO Geraldton. What inspired your work? The love of […]