About Us

OzGREEN is an environmental charity founded in 1992 on a mission to create connected, regenerative and resilient communities.

We know that a healthy environment and community wellbeing are essential ingredients for this.

Our Committee provides governance, strategic direction and oversight and brings expertise across education, environment, business, finance, community development and governance.

We define sustainability holistically.

(as a balance of human, social, economic and environmental vitality).

From this holistic definition,

we strategically work across five pillars.

Our Five Pillars

Ignite STEM

We understand the need for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) to solve the complex environmental challenges of the future. We ignite STEM participation for those under-represented in STEM through our landmark event, the ‘STEM Conference for Regional Girls’,
Citizen Science

We deliver citizen science (CS) initiatives that monitor river health and air quality, protecting the natural environment by gathering data to guide action. We run the renowned river health citizen science programs, the ‘Macro Muster’ and the ‘Bellingen Riverwatch Water Quality Monitoring Program’.
Plant Trees

We enhance biodiversity and ecosystem resilience by planting indigenous species in partnership with local communities. We coordinate community tree planting projects to engage people in revegetating the environment. connecting people with the environment and each other.
Reduce Waste

We understand the vastness of the waste issues facing our planet today. We promote sustainability and the circular economy through workshops, community and in-school programs that reduce waste, encourage responsible resource use and empower community-led action.
Foster Wellbeing

We know that strong, connected individuals and communities are the foundation for environmental stewardship. We build capacity, motivation, connection to nature and social connection, and address impacts of environmental degradation in developing countries.

We run targeted programs to support people, communities and the environment.

Our focus areas include:

Check out these short videos to learn more about what we do

A team led by love for all life on Planet Earth.

Our passionate and dedicated staff and volunteers are the heartbeat of OzGREEN. They are fuelled by a drive to help foster positive change that supports the protection all life on Earth.

Our Team

Meet Amy and Kathleen

OzGREEN’s Co-CEOs, Kathleen Hannah and Amy Denshire, bring a wealth of experience across environmental education, community development, community empowerment and citizen science, and a strong track record of delivering place-based programs that drive social, environmental and economic outcomes in regional communities.

Meet Sue Lennox

OzGREEN’s Co-Founder, Sue Lennox AM, was awarded Senior Australian of the Year for her work with OzGREEN.

Read Sue's Story : How OzGREEN Began

Our Impact

Over the last two years, we’ve delivered:

107

events

3,864

with

participants

FY2425 Impact Report

FY2324 Impact Report

What We Do

We host experiential events that build confidence and connection - see events
Our action-focused, targeted programs to meet specific community needs - see programs
We create and share free resources to support our mission - explore resources
We mentor people with a particular focus on regional young people and regional women - read stories

From Our Shop

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Plant a Tree Cotton Crew Tee

from $25.00

Together, let’s grow a greener, healthier future, one tree at a time! 🌳

Change doesn’t always begin with something big - sometimes it starts with one small, hopeful act. One seedling. One person choosing to make a difference.

Celebrate the power of planting a tree and the power we all hold to help shape a better world for tomorrow. 🌱🌍

Every shirt supports OzGREEN’s community-led planting projects across our local river catchments, regenerating habitats, restoring riverbanks, improving water quality and creating climate-resilient ecosystems.

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Little Bug Big Story Cotton Crew Tee

$35.00

LITTLE BUG. BIG STORY.

Shed light on the hidden world of macroinvertebrates (waterbugs) - nature’s tiny river guardians that help us understand river health.💧

Help to raise awareness about these incredible little creatures and the amazing job that they hold in the ecosystem. 🪲

Every shirt supports OzGREEN’s programs.

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Plant a Tree Cotton Scoop Neck Tee

from $25.00

Together, let’s grow a greener, healthier future, one tree at a time! 🌳

Change doesn’t always begin with something big — sometimes it starts with one small, hopeful act. One seedling. One person choosing to make a difference.

Celebrate the power of planting a tree and the power we all hold to help shape a better world for tomorrow. 🌱🌍

Every shirt supports OzGREEN’s community-led planting projects across our local river catchments, regenerating habitats, restoring riverbanks, improving water quality and creating climate-resilient ecosystems.

Color:

Size:

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Why Our Mission?

Why connected?

Strong relationships within communities foster trust, collaboration, and a shared sense of purpose. When people feel connected to one another, they are more likely to work together to solve local challenges, care for each other, and take collective action.
Why regenerative?

Regenerative goes beyond sustainability. Sustainable aims to maintain the status quo, but many systems - ecological, social, and economic - are already in crisis. Regeneration goes further: it’s about restoring, renewing and healing - replenishing what’s been lost and creating the conditions for life to thrive.
Why resilient?

A resilient community is one where people are connected, supported, and empowered. Our programs and events foster relationships, leadership, community capacity and shared purpose, which are all key ingredients for bouncing back from adversity.