Dark Skies by Design

Head of Lighting in Australia, Bettina Easton, will join an upcoming event at Melbourne's MPavilion to explore how thoughtful lighting design can reduce light pollution while supporting biodiversity, people and place.

This session will examine the significance of dark skies from an Indigenous astronomy, ecological and design perspectives, sharing practical insights into how the built environment can better support both wildlife and communities.

Joining Bettina as speakers at the event:

• Stephanie Sirianni, Founder, Nature Collective
• Kai Lane, Traditional Owner Representative and Trainee Ecologist, Ecology & Restoration Australia
• Dr Jo Isaac, Principal Ecologist, Ecology & Restoration Australia 

Whether you work in planning, design, sustainability or environmental management, join us to gain practical insights and inspiration for incorporating dark sky principles into future projects and helping to protect the landscapes, species and stories connected to our night sky.