Bendigo Sustainability Festival 2024 – Commercial Exhibitors

Explore our array of commercial exhibitors, featuring solar installation experts, wicking bed specialists, tiny home manufacturers, providers of green burial services, and more!

Commercial Exhibitors

Wicked Wicking Beds

Tired of excessive watering? Wicking Wicking Beds offer a sustainable solution. We meticulously repurpose IBC tanks into our water efficient, wicking bed kits.

Enjoy healthy, homegrown food even in limited spaces and at raised height – forget backaches and embrace effortless gardening.

Let your gardening journey begin!

Natural Grace

Natural Grace is an independent, holistic and environmentally conscious funeral company owned and operated by compassionate and experienced Australian families.

With a proud range of sustainable shrouds and coffins, we offer natural burial and shrouded cremation in addition to conventional choices. We specialise in arranging funeral ceremonies and celebrations of life in spaces that are meaningful to families utilising community resources.

Looking after Melbourne and Country Victoria, we are equipped to support your decision to care for your family member at home or to care for them in our beautiful Sanctuaries.

Natural Grace – authentic, beautiful and sustainable funeral choices!

Enviroflex

Enviroflex provide insulation for residential, commercial and government buildings with high recycled content, diverted from landfill. Based in Melbourne, Enviroflex service all of Victoria and have a manufacturing division, converting waste bound for landfill into various products.

Forest Creek Tinies

Forest Creek Tinies is a family owned Tiny House company operating on Dja Dja Wurrung Country Castlemaine. We build off-grid-ready Tiny homes and transportable structures for clients who have a diversity of living requirements and budgets. We achieve this by using high-quality, long-lasting and recycled materials and by working with local trades and locally sourced materials where possible. Our ethos is Tiny Homes Built with Heart.

WildPlay Co Nature Immersion

WildPlay Co is a Nature Immersion service in central Victoria providing nature play programs that cultivate a deep connection between children and the natural world through sustainable child-led exploration, and inquiry-based play. Our purpose is rooted in fostering healthy child development and a love for the environment while instilling a sense of responsibility to care for our country. We believe in creating a space where young minds can flourish amidst the wonders of nature, embracing the messiness of mud, the freedom of unstructured play, and the joy of eco-friendly adventure. At WildPlay Co, we are not just building memories; we are nurturing the future environmental stewards of our region and our planet.

Ecologica

Ecologica helps create energy efficient homes.

Waste Less (energy, money and stress), Live More (comfortably, sustainably, efficiently).

NATHERS Assessments for new homes and renovations. Working with building designers, architects, owners and builders to achieve high levels of energy savings and meet regulatory requirements for energy efficiency.

RES Scorecard Assessments for existing homes. Working with owners, landlords and renters to identify and implement actions that will improve wellbeing, save on energy bills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Heaven and Earth Eco Burial Products pty ltd

At Heaven & Earth we are passionate about green living and green dying. We are proud to develop products that reduce toxic, unsustainable and non-biodegradable products being interred in the earth.

Heaven & Earth is committed to providing funeral products that are green, ethical, and beautiful.

Sparque - Ebike Experts

Imagine a day without burning oil or finding a parking space. A day with consistent travel times, a bit of exercise and a lot of fun. Revive your drive with an ebike from Sparque. Take a test ride on the day.

Green Earth Kids

Ballarat-based Green Earth Kids is committed to helping you raise eco conscious children by offering a beautifully curated range of sustainable Australian made play resources, eco parties and sustainability workshops for children and families. Protecting the planet through learning and play.

Coliban Water

We are looking forward to again being at the Bendigo Sustainability Festival.

Coliban Water's purpose is to provide safe water and sewage services for public health and the environment, so our communities can sustain themselves.

Visit us to learn about our commitment to climate action, biodiversity, and sustainability, while enjoying some responsible giveaways. Partake in our range of fun activities for families and children.

You can learn all about Coliban Water at www.coliban.com.au

Ortech Industries, manufacturer of Durra Panel and PLACEit Homes:

www.placeit.com.au (launching soon) www.durrapanel.com

Ortech Industries Pty Ltd is a 100% Australian-owned company, established in 1985, that manufactures Durra Panel, a truly sustainable building material. Durra Panel is made from reclaimed wheat straw, an agricultural by-product which is locally sourced from within 100km of the manufacturing facility. The straw is densely compressed using only heat and pressure to naturally bind the panel core, without the need for glues or binding agents. Durra Panel’s natural benefits include acoustic control, thermal insulation and fire resistance, as well as being 100% biodegradable. Durra Panel can be combined with Durra Steel Sections to create ceiling and wall systems as well as modular homes. Ortech is pleased to launch a range of PLACEit Sustainable Homes, built in Bendigo using Durra Panel. PLACEit offers both Modular and Kit home design options. Talk to one of our representatives today about your dream home project!

EnviroShop Newstead

The team at EnviroShop Newstead apply our energy to your energy. We promote and facilitate energy efficient, all-electric homes and businesses.

We deliberately choose to work with suppliers of high-quality products and components to ensure our customers can benefit from high performing and long-lasting systems. We support our customers with a range of monitoring, advice, and service support. We rely on customer referrals and testimonials for our primary marketing and promotion.

For new builds and major renovations we work closely with architects, designers, builders and other tradespeople to advise on energy efficient systems and to supply key components.

Core product offerings include:

  • Solar PV (grid connected and hybrid)

  • Battery storage systems

  • EV charging

  • Heat pump hot water and hydronic heating systems

  • Solar skylights

  • Ceiling fans

  • Insulation products

  • Natural oils and paints

Midland Solar

Midland Solar are the experts in all things solar. We know exactly what it takes to get your home or business powered by clean energy. From roof installation to inverter replacements, our team of experienced technicians can handle any job with ease. We only use high-quality products from trusted brands, so you can rest easy knowing that your system will be running smoothly for years to come.

With over 25 years’ electrical and solar experience, we understand exactly how to help people save on their energy bills and contribute to a greener economy.

We specialise in solar systems for residential, commercial businesses and rural farms.

All consultations include comprehensive savings calculations, site inspection and roof suitability inspection prior to installation.

YogaEarthLove

At YogaEarthLove you will be guided in your yoga class to connect to your breath, which will support your movement and ability to develop your own sense of self.

Our classes support you to create more balance and harmony within yourself, on the mat and out in your world. Join us in our Yin Yoga, Yang/Yin Flow, Gentle Flow and ZenThai Flow classes.

Solar Pro Bendigo

At Solar Pro Bendigo, located in the heart of Central Victoria, we are dedicated to powering a sustainable future by providing exceptional energy solutions, including solar, batteries, heat pumps and EV chargers. Our mission is to empower homes and businesses with top-tier, environmentally friendly technologies that reduce carbon footprints and embrace renewable energy sources.

Driven by our family values, we take immense pride in offering only the highest quality products and delivering unparalleled customer service. Every client's satisfaction is at the core of our efforts, and we strive to build lasting relationships founded on trust, transparency, and reliability.

As stewards of the environment, we recognise our responsibility to contribute positively to the communities we serve. By promoting sustainable energy solutions, we aim to foster a cleaner, greener tomorrow for generations to come.

Through unwavering dedication, expertise, and a commitment to innovation, Solar Pro Bendigo aims to be the premier provider of energy solutions in Central Victoria. Together with our valued customers, we endeavor to create a brighter and more sustainable future for all. Solar Pro Bendigo - Empowering a Sustainable Tomorrow.

Replas

Replas is a manufacturer of recycled plastic products for civil open space projects, we utilise locally sourced plastic waste to create products such as park furniture, bollards, decking and much more. our products are made from a minimum 85% recycled plastic.

By utilising locally sourced waste we are able to divert waste from landfills and provide products that will serve the community for decades.

Little Alpaca

Little Alpaca is a natural fibres boutique with a focus on slow fashion and timeless quality. We strive to offer the best whist staying true to our values of sustainabaility & ethical work practices. We represent brands such as Merino Mink a B Corp fashion brand paving the way towards better consumer awareness.

Solahart Bendigo

Solahart has over 70 years of experience designing innovative, efficient and durable solar products for Australia. All our systems are installed by fully qualified, trained and experienced professionals, which means a trouble-free process and a product that will be connected safely and in accordance with industry guidelines. All our solar power installers are Clean Energy Council (CEC) accredited, and we are part of the CEC retailer code of conduct scheme.

We install only the best. Our high-quality solar hot water tanks, collectors and heat pumps are designed and manufactured by Solahart for the harshest Australian conditions. Our core solar power components are sourced from some of the very best suppliers in the world.

Cassinia Environmental

The Victorian Government’s $77 million BushBank program is addressing climate change and supporting wildlife as it restores more than 20,000 hectares of land across Victoria. Millions of native trees and shrubs will be planted to capture carbon and create healthy habitat for native wildlife. The majority of work is taking place through partnerships with private landowners, providing an opportunity to participate in the most ambitious restoration program in Victoria’s history.

Cassinia Environmental is the Victorian Government’s delivery partner for the private land stream of BushBank. Cassinia Environmental is a land management company with proven results in environmental protection, ecological restoration, regenerative agriculture, and social investment.

ecoMaster Pty Ltd

Sick of freezing in winter and frying in summer, with huge energy bills and a concern for carbon emissions?? Yep, so were we! So 20 years ago we embarked on a project to test the effectiveness of a large range of energy efficiency products. Then we retrofitted our own home from 1.5 stars to 7.6 stars (now 10 stars). It is cool in summer, cosy in winter with basically zero energy bills or carbon emissions.

That was the start of ecoMaster. So now we can help you make YOUR home be the most comfortable place on earth. We now offer a select range of products that are designed to help you create a more sustainable and energy-efficient home. Covering insulation solutions, draught-proofing, window insulation and shading. Our support is second to none – email, phone, chat plus hundreds of installation videos to help you master your own comfort and energy bills. All DIY to make it even more affordable.

ecoMaster is well known in the Bendigo and wider communities and have retrofitted many individual homes and council projects. Come and visit us at the ecoMaster stand – your go-to destinations for all your thermal energy efficiency.

Goldfields Revegetation native nursery

Goldfields Revegetation native nursery is a local family-run business specialising in native plants of central and northern Victoria. We propagate and sell an extensive range of indigenous and native plants suitable for all your gardening, landscaping, bush foods, bird and butterfly attracting, windbreak and screening needs. In particular, we have a huge variety of grevilleas, eremophilas, correas, banksias and eucalypts, plus pots and water bowls.

La Trobe Uni Bendigo, Bendigo Tech School and Bendigo TAFE

La Trobe University, Bendigo Tech School and Bendigo TAFE will be co-hosting a stall together to provide and opportunity to promote education in the local sustainability space.

We are also hosting a Think Tank Session – we encourage individuals to attend, participate, and share in a sustainability related topic / scenario.

Billabong Solar

Billabong Solar is at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions in our region. With our innovative solar systems, battery systems, heat pump hot water upgrades from gas, off-grid solutions and EV charger solutions, we are paving the way towards a greener future. Our integrated approach not only reduces carbon footprint but also cuts down on energy costs for business and homeowners alike. By harnessing the power of renewable energy sources, we are making significant strides towards a more environmentally friendly community. Join Billabong Solar in our mission to create a more sustainable and energy-efficient world.

Want to be a stallholder in 2025?

Stallholders will be able to showcase their sustainable products, services, and initiatives that offer sustainable solutions for both businesses and householders across Central Victoria.

For all stallholder enquiries contact festival@bsg.org.au