Expressions of interest are open for Green Music Australia’s tailored education program for live music, arts, and cultural venues across NSW. The program is designed to help venues and their staff strengthen sustainability practices across waste management, energy use and supply chains. Venues that serve food are strongly encouraged to apply, particularly in light of the NSW FOGO mandates rolling out from 1 July, 2026.
The program includes a free 2-hour online workshop, a free in-person workshop in Sydney, and access to discounted Green Venue Certification opportunities supported by the NSW Environment Protection Authority.
Online Workshop
Date & Time: TBC
Location: Online
Cost: Free
Join us to explore the principles behind the updated Green Venue Guide, and hear real-world examples of successes as well as how challenges are being addressed. The session will cover topics including procurement, First Nations First, and energy, all grounded in research and case studies.
This workshop is free with unlimited capacity. It’s ideal for anyone working in a venue who is interested in learning from peers and discovering practical, low-effort ways to benefit the planet. It also serves as a valuable introductory session ahead of our more in-depth in-person workshop.
In-Person Workshop
Date & Time: TBC
Location: Bondi Pavilion, Queen Elizabeth Dr, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Cost: Free
Dive deeper into the Green Venue Guide with a stronger focus on waste and energy, plus a live energy audit at the venue. Lunch will be provided, however you will need to bring your own reusable cup for tea/coffee and your refillable water bottle.
Green Venue Certification
For participants of the online and in-person workshops, a discounted fee will be available to participate in our Green Venue Certification program. Spots are limited, so please indicate your interest when you complete the EOI form. Learn more about certification and pricing structure here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are these workshops for?
Venue owners, operators, managers and staff from any venues that host live music, arts or cultural events. Venues that serve food are strongly encouraged to attend.
Are there fees to participate?
The workshops are free to attend but registration will be required. To take part in the Venue Certification Program, a discounted participation fee will be available for attendees. Fees are scaled based on your venue’s audience capacity. Learn more about certification and pricing structure here.
How many people can we send to the workshops?
Send as many people as you like for the online workshop.
The in-person workshop will be limited and based on a first-in first-served basis.
What are the NSW FOGO mandates?
Supermarkets, institutions and hospitality businesses will be required to have a source-separated food organics waste collection service from 1 July 2026, with a staged approach based on the businesses’ weekly residual bin volumes.
- Relevant premises with residual waste capacity ≥ six 660L bins, or ≥16 × 240L bins, or any combination of bins ≥3,960L must comply by 1 July 2026
- Relevant premises with residual waste capacity ≥ three 660L bins, or ≥8 × 240L bins, or any combination of bins ≥1,980L must comply by 1 July 2028
- Relevant premises with residual waste capacity ≥660 litres in a single bin, or ≥three 240-litre bins, or ≥720 litres in total for any combination of bins, must comply by 1 July 2030.
Still unsure if you meet the mandate? Complete the NSW EPA’s mandate calculator here.
Have any other questions? Book in time to chat with Emma Bosworth, our National Programs Manager.
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