Dr Dominique Hes

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Dr Dominique Hes is the Zero Building Carbon Lead at the City of Melbourne. Dominique mixes theory and thinking, with doing and testing to discover how we can best contribute to the well-being and thriving of place, people and planet.

Turn off your podcasts and listen to birds – it’s good for you!

Find out why you should listen to birds. Bird song serves as natural medicine that supports mental health and relaxation.

Building hope in South Kingsville 

Find out how creating an energy-positive, cosy, healthy home contributes to a sense of belonging for displaced families.

What’s all the fuss about 20-Minute Cities?

Explore the misunderstandings about 20-minute cities and discover their true benefits for happier, healthier living environments.

Remembering Dr Mary Burbidge: A visionary who helped create Newport Lakes

By Dominique Hes A plaque has been unveiled at Newport Lakes honouring the late Dr Mary Burbidge – a much-loved doctor, fighter for Newport Lakes, birder...

Hobsons Bay Council backtracks on promised safe walk ways and bike paths

Learn why promised cycling and walking infrastructure not being delivered has left Hobsons Bay residents demanding change.