Beeswax Wrap demonstration

Next date: Thursday, 14 August 2025 | 01:30 PM to 03:00 PM

We are excited to have Ben from Ben’s Bees join us again in 2025. Say ‘goodbye’ to purchasing plastic wrap as Ben shows you how simple it is to make your own beeswax wraps at home. Participants will learn about bees, their by-products, and leave the workshop with their very own wrap to use.

Event details

Date: Thursday 14 August 2025
Time: 1.30pm to 3pm
Venue: Yarrunga Community Centre
Cost: Free
Bookings are essential

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Presenter

Ben from Ben's Bees

More information about this event

For more information please contact Council's Waste Education Officer on 03 9294 5529 or email waste.education@maroondah.vic.gov.au.

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When

Thursday, 14 August 2025 | 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM

Location

Yarrunga Community Centre, 76-86 Croydon Hills Dr, (cnr Barwon Ct), Croydon Hills, 3136, View map

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Cost

Free

Contact

Maroondah City Council

03 9294 5529

1300 88 22 33

waste.education@maroondah.vic.gov.au

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Beeswax Wrap demonstration

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Other Waste and Sustainability events

Pop in and become Bin Besties

Reusable Nappies 101 Webinar

The Urban Nanna: practical ways to save money and the earth

Savvy tricks to make your food go the distance

Scraps to Self-Care: Creating Sustainable Products from Food Waste

FOGO Bio Gro Tour - Ringwood Pick Up

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Yarrunga Community Centre

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