New Year, New Habits: Veronica’s Guide to Buying Nothing New

Next date: Saturday, 07 February 2026 | 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

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Kick off the new year with inspiration and practical advice! Join Veronica from A Hand to Help as she shares her transformative journey of spending an entire year buying nothing new. Discover her top tips and tricks for embracing a more intentional lifestyle—learn how to buy nothing new, declutter your space, and make lasting changes to your habits. Whether you’re looking to save money, reduce waste, or simply start fresh, Veronica’s presentation will offer motivation and actionable steps for 2026. Don’t miss this opportunity to dip your toes into a buy nothing new week, month, year or lifestyle!

Read Veronica's recent interview about their 2025 journey.

Event details

  • Date: Saturday 7 February 2026
  • Time: 10.30am to 12noon
  • Venue: Croydon Library
  • Presenter: Veronica Kennedy from A Hand to Help
  • Cost: Free
  • Registrations are essential.

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More information about the presenter

In 2025, Veronica Kennedy, the Founder and Professional Organiser behind A Hand to Help, completed her own “Buy Nothing New Year”. Based in Melbourne, Veronica's business provides hands-on support for decluttering, downsizing, and creating order in challenging spaces.

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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Council offers a range of free waste education initiatives including waste minimisation and recycling workshops, composting workshops, online webinars, waste and recycling competitions, and educational presentations for schools and community groups.

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When

  • Saturday, 07 February 2026 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Location

Croydon Library, 5 Civic Square, Croydon, 3136, View map

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Event summary

Cost

Free

Contact

Maroondah City Council
03 9294 5529
1300 88 22 33
waste.education@maroondah.vic.gov.au

Getting here

Walking

Parking

  • Free parking available across the road at Civic Square Shopping Centre
  • Accessible parking and restricted parking available on Civic Square, adjacent to Croydon Library

Public Transport

  • Croydon Library is a 15 minute walk from Croydon Station on the Lilydale line
  • Bus service within a 4 minute walk include the 688 (Croydon to Olinda), 690 (Croydon to Boronia) and 727 (Croydon to Monash University)

Accessibility

  • Auslan interpreters available upon request
  • Accessible parking available
  • Automatic half double doors at entry to building (large enough for electric scooters or wheelchairs)
  • Automatic double doors at entry to library
  • Accessible toilet available

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