KYOGLE’S CALL TO ALMS

We - KCAN – believe if the world is to survive beyond 50 years, then its people are going to have to unite in the fight, and show we have what it takes; that we deserve a second chance.

But, can a small country town like Kyogle make a difference? Can we use our sense of community we are so proud of, and show the way? Many think it is already too late, but KCAN is set to prove them wrong.

On Thursday 8th May, KCAN will be holding a ‘Calling to Alms’ day in Kyogle with a public showing of support outside the Ritchies Supermarket, where KCAN volunteers will be asking all Rithchies shoppers to use a KCAN Community Benefits Card for that one particular shopping day. We are not asking the Kyogle public to change any existing allegiances they might have with any other community groups, we are just asking them to use our card for that day only. Of course if any new people would like to keep using their card, they will be welcome.

 

 

EVE

“Earth Vision” – a call to alms.

E.V., affectionately known as Eve.

THE PROBLEM

It could be said we have all started on a mysterious and potentially dangerous journey into ‘transition’. Everyday more and more people are coming to realise we are standing before an abyss, contemplating our global extinction.

If there are any ‘love-lines’ to be found on this grim face, then surely it must be the opportunity we have been given to Unite in a common cause. I think everyone will agree its about time – maybe its our last chance?

A 90% carbon reduction in 50 years has the potential to turn our civilisation on its head, yet that is exactly what our experts are telling us is our only option giving a fighting chance.

However, our Earth Vision is not centred on fear or catastrophe, being built on the belief that large numbers of good people will gladly join a common cause, if they believe they can make a meaningful difference, and there in lies the ‘rub’. The solution or cause must offer realistic hope. No one wants to be associated with failure.

It would appear if we are to have any chance of meeting this daunting target, we must invest an enormous amount of time and industry into pro-active, carbon reducing initiatives, and of course… this will require enormous funding.

To find out more - THE PLAN, MODUS OPERANDI, RATIONALE, ACCOUNTABILITY, ADMINISTRATION COSTS ETC., POSSIBLE PROJECTS, HOW YOU CAN HELP, click > EVE -*Earth Vision*

A FINAL POINT TO CONTEMPLATE:

The word Adam literally means Earth.

The word Eve means life-giver.

If there was ever a time Adam needed Eve’s help, it surely must be now.

 

Did You Know?

FACTS ABOUT GLASS, PAPER, PLASTIC & ALUMINIUM

(based on USA research)

• Recycled aluminium saves 95% the energy and pollution of virgin aluminium; Recycled paper generates 95% less air pollution than new paper

• recycling of one aluminium can saves enough energy to run a TV for 3 hours (Reynolds Metal Company)

• Enough aluminium is thrown away to rebuild our commercial air fleet 4 times every year

• recycling of one glass bottle saves enough energy to light a 100-watt bulb for 4 hours (EPA)

• Recycled paper saves 60% the energy of virgin paper
(Center for Ecological Technology)

• A ton of recycled paper equals or saves 17 trees in paper production.

• Production of recycled paper uses 80% less water, 65% less energy and produces 95% less air pollution than virgin paper production.

KyogleCan!

Meetings: First Thursday of each month at 1 pm.

Come earlier for lunch.

At The Kyogle Neighbourhood Centre. Ph. 66322333

Or email: Contact Us (above left).
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