Tuesday 25 October 2011
Thursday 20 October 2011
City of Sydney E-Waste Drop Off Date
•Sunday 4 December
Bring your E-waste City of Sydney's Bay Street Depot in Ultimo (corner of Bay and Macarthur Street), between 9am and 3pm.
Park in Broadway Shopping Centre and do some Christmas Shopping and lessen the footprint on the environment by joining the two trips together.
Bring your E-waste City of Sydney's Bay Street Depot in Ultimo (corner of Bay and Macarthur Street), between 9am and 3pm.
Park in Broadway Shopping Centre and do some Christmas Shopping and lessen the footprint on the environment by joining the two trips together.
Tuesday 20 September 2011
Bokashi Composting Australia @ Sydneys Better Homes & Gardens Live (Stand G23)
Bokashi Composting Australia will have their Kitchen Composting System On-Show & For Sale at Special Prices at this weekends Sydney Showground/Sydney Olympic Park event. 23-25 September , 2011. Stand G23
Tuesday 30 August 2011
Footprints Eco Festival
As a visitor, I would confirm a great day had by all, last Sunday, in Sydneys Whites Creek Valley Parklands, The sun shone through and it was well delivered, thanks to all the organisers and contributors.
Friday 19 August 2011
What does the Bokashi Bucket mean to your household?
Now that you have your kitchen composting system, can you share some good feedback to encourage other adopters?
Monday 30 May 2011
Leichhardt Council Sells Bokashi Buckets
How can I get a Compost bin, Wormfarm or Bokashi Bucket?
Bokashi Buckets and Bokashi mix can be bought and collected at Council’s Citizen Service Centre or you can download an Order Form below and forward it with payment by cheque to the Citizen Service Centre and your Bokashi Bucket will be delivered.Willoughby Council Sells Bokashi Buckets
Willoughby Council sells Bokashi Buckets (plus starter mix) to residents. Bokashi Buckets cost $64 (includes one bag of starter mix). Bokashi Buckets can be picked up from the Help and Service Centre on level 4, 31 Victor Street, Chatswood.
You can either pay over the counter at the Help and Service Centre by cheque, cash or credit card, or post a cheque to Willoughby City Council, P.O. Box 57, Chatswood, NSW 2057, with a note saying what it’s for and with an address for delivery. To find out more, call 9777 1000. (Please note that all credit card transactions incur a 1% fee.)
You can either pay over the counter at the Help and Service Centre by cheque, cash or credit card, or post a cheque to Willoughby City Council, P.O. Box 57, Chatswood, NSW 2057, with a note saying what it’s for and with an address for delivery. To find out more, call 9777 1000. (Please note that all credit card transactions incur a 1% fee.)
Saturday 28 May 2011
Parramatta E-Waste Collection Day
Where
When
4th Jun 2011 9:00am-2:00pm
The E-waste Project aims to assist residents in the disposal of e-waste that is safe and environmentally responsible, it ensures maximum waste is diverted from landfill and precious resources are recovered. By 2020, it is predicted that an approx. 700 million items of e-waste will be disposed as per Office of Environment and Heritage. Without a proper e-waste scheme, these items will end up in landfill.
The following are acceptable..
NOT Accepted:
Off James Ruse Drive, Rosehill (Next to Rosehill Bowling Club)
When
4th Jun 2011 9:00am-2:00pm
The E-waste Project aims to assist residents in the disposal of e-waste that is safe and environmentally responsible, it ensures maximum waste is diverted from landfill and precious resources are recovered. By 2020, it is predicted that an approx. 700 million items of e-waste will be disposed as per Office of Environment and Heritage. Without a proper e-waste scheme, these items will end up in landfill.
The following are acceptable..
- Monitors and Computers
- Computer Peripherals
- Televisions & Home Entertainment
- Computer Parts
- Kitchen Appliances
- Mobile Phones & Cartriges
NOT Accepted:
- Cracked Monitors & Televisions
- Batteries
- Whitegoods and Air Conditioners
- Any items considered to pose an OH&S risk or unabled to be carried by 2 people
Tuesday 8 February 2011
The Future of Food - Channel SBS One, Tonight
The Future of Food
8:30pm - 9:30pm
Classified: G Genre: Documentary
Are we facing a global food crisis? We take our food for granted. Supermarket shelves groan with an incredible variety of produce, but in 2008 as food riots swept the world, we saw that the international food system is not as stable as it looks. Is this just the beginning of a new era of food? Travelling to different parts of the globe, this two-part documentary unravels the complicated web of links that binds the world together and asks what needs to happen to avert a major global food crisis.
8:30pm - 9:30pm
Classified: G Genre: Documentary
Are we facing a global food crisis? We take our food for granted. Supermarket shelves groan with an incredible variety of produce, but in 2008 as food riots swept the world, we saw that the international food system is not as stable as it looks. Is this just the beginning of a new era of food? Travelling to different parts of the globe, this two-part documentary unravels the complicated web of links that binds the world together and asks what needs to happen to avert a major global food crisis.
Friday 28 January 2011
Wednesday 26 January 2011
Inner West Sydney Organics
I was out on a coffee run this morning with the little one and come a cross two new Organics stores. in Newtown and Petersham.
7 star supermarket
http://www.7starsupermarket.com.au/
408 King Street, Newtown, Ph 02 9565 5521
info@7starsupermarket.com.au
Ok, well it might not be that new, but it is the first time I have come across it. They have another address in Darlo, see the homepage for details. Big range, bit like a Macro or About Life. They were open early, even on Australia Day! There is a blog, but it's not been updated for months. Hopefully the guys will get some time to let us know about new products in early 2011.
ubergoodness (UBG)
http://www.ubergoodness.com.au/
31 Gordon Street, Petersham, NSW 2049
Never heard of them before driving past the hidden Petersham doorfront this week. A specials board was being hung outside by what I can only presume is the co-owner of Uber Goodness: Stephen Although I have not entered the shop yet, I spent some time today navigating the website and found they have what looks to be an excellent online shopping service (incl fresh produce) @ http://www.ubergoodness.com.au/.
According to the website, you can even order online and pick up from the Organic Farmers Market @ Addison Rd Community Centre on Sundays 8.30am - 1.00pm. I am certainly adding it to my online shopping favs and will let you know the experience. Well done on the excellent website guys!
Give them both a go, let me know what you think?
7 star supermarket
http://www.7starsupermarket.com.au/
408 King Street, Newtown, Ph 02 9565 5521
info@7starsupermarket.com.au
Ok, well it might not be that new, but it is the first time I have come across it. They have another address in Darlo, see the homepage for details. Big range, bit like a Macro or About Life. They were open early, even on Australia Day! There is a blog, but it's not been updated for months. Hopefully the guys will get some time to let us know about new products in early 2011.
ubergoodness (UBG)
http://www.ubergoodness.com.au/
31 Gordon Street, Petersham, NSW 2049
Never heard of them before driving past the hidden Petersham doorfront this week. A specials board was being hung outside by what I can only presume is the co-owner of Uber Goodness: Stephen Although I have not entered the shop yet, I spent some time today navigating the website and found they have what looks to be an excellent online shopping service (incl fresh produce) @ http://www.ubergoodness.com.au/.
According to the website, you can even order online and pick up from the Organic Farmers Market @ Addison Rd Community Centre on Sundays 8.30am - 1.00pm. I am certainly adding it to my online shopping favs and will let you know the experience. Well done on the excellent website guys!
Give them both a go, let me know what you think?
Saturday 15 January 2011
Friday 7 January 2011
Bokashi Bucket Explained in Simple Terms
This easy kitchen composting system directs food waste organics away from landfill whilst conditioning your soil on a microbial level. Absolutely any food can go into the ‘Bokashi One’ Bokashi Bucket’ including meat, dairy, citrus peel & onion.
The blend of micro-organism in the ‘Bokashi One’ Bokashi mix ferments the waste in anaerobic conditions, so there is no rotten food smells associated with decay and decomposition.
It’s so easy to use! Simply place your food scraps into the air tight bucket, sprinkle on some Bokashi mix and place the lid back on. Repeat this process until the Bokashi One Bucket is full. So convenient… no need to run outside to compost bin each day.
When the Bokashi One Bucket is full, the waste should then be buried directly into your garden. The microbes ensure a rapid breakdown. Bokashi waste can also be added to a traditional compost bin or worm farm.
The benefit to the soil is enormous. Not only does the soil get all the nutrients from the collected food scraps but you also add life to the soil in the form of millions of micro-organism contained in the Bokashi One Mix. Because the waste breaks down under the soil there is no release of harmful greenhouse gases.
The benefits don’t stop there – As your food waste ferments, liquid drains to a separate section at the bottom of the bucket. Drain the “Bokashi Juice” and dilute with water for a wonderful fertilizer, or as a natural drain cleaner. The beneficial microbes will compete with harmful bacteria, which helps reduce algae build up so it’s great for our waterways. Bokashi Juice is full of nutrients and is alive with micro-organisms.
What if you have very limited or no garden? You can still use the system. Its odorless and compact design makes it ideal for collecting waste in small homes. Disposing of the waste may require additional effort and some lateral thinking, perhaps gifting it to a friend or family member, or community garden. Even when full the Bokashi Bucket is easy to move around, the waste can be added to a compost bin or worm farm. Full instructions are provided with each Bokashi One Bucket.
The blend of micro-organism in the ‘Bokashi One’ Bokashi mix ferments the waste in anaerobic conditions, so there is no rotten food smells associated with decay and decomposition.
It’s so easy to use! Simply place your food scraps into the air tight bucket, sprinkle on some Bokashi mix and place the lid back on. Repeat this process until the Bokashi One Bucket is full. So convenient… no need to run outside to compost bin each day.
When the Bokashi One Bucket is full, the waste should then be buried directly into your garden. The microbes ensure a rapid breakdown. Bokashi waste can also be added to a traditional compost bin or worm farm.
The benefit to the soil is enormous. Not only does the soil get all the nutrients from the collected food scraps but you also add life to the soil in the form of millions of micro-organism contained in the Bokashi One Mix. Because the waste breaks down under the soil there is no release of harmful greenhouse gases.
The benefits don’t stop there – As your food waste ferments, liquid drains to a separate section at the bottom of the bucket. Drain the “Bokashi Juice” and dilute with water for a wonderful fertilizer, or as a natural drain cleaner. The beneficial microbes will compete with harmful bacteria, which helps reduce algae build up so it’s great for our waterways. Bokashi Juice is full of nutrients and is alive with micro-organisms.
What if you have very limited or no garden? You can still use the system. Its odorless and compact design makes it ideal for collecting waste in small homes. Disposing of the waste may require additional effort and some lateral thinking, perhaps gifting it to a friend or family member, or community garden. Even when full the Bokashi Bucket is easy to move around, the waste can be added to a compost bin or worm farm. Full instructions are provided with each Bokashi One Bucket.
Tuesday 4 January 2011
Making the Switch... to a Sustainable Living
On TV Tonight and then again on Friday lunchtime and Monday afternoon. Click the title to be taken to the program grid and times. NSW, Australia, Digital Channel 44 (TVS)
Sunday 2 January 2011
Bokashi Bucket in the Heatwave Cities
Certainly in normal conditions, then a warm day will not affect the microbial actions that are quietly taking place in your 'Green Frog' Bokashi Bucket.
But there is a small chance (hence this post), in the receptical that the live and working micro-organisms may face an early death if the temperature gets hot enough. In this case, then the fermentation process will likely stop and no longer be actively working.
Keep your bucket's out of direct sunlight during these long hot summer days to make the most out of this fantastic system.
If you are in any doubt, then do the following:
But there is a small chance (hence this post), in the receptical that the live and working micro-organisms may face an early death if the temperature gets hot enough. In this case, then the fermentation process will likely stop and no longer be actively working.
Keep your bucket's out of direct sunlight during these long hot summer days to make the most out of this fantastic system.
If you are in any doubt, then do the following:
- Drain away the Bokashi Juice. Bokashi Juice will form in the bottom of the bucket. This should be drained off as it builds up. Bokashi Juice can be diluted with water and makes a terrific fertiliser for garden or pot plants. It can be poured down drains and it is safe to use in septic tanks. When used in drains it will help to clean up our water ways by competing with harmful bacteria.
- Bury the current waste
- Clean out the bucket with a hose (over a poor patch of the lawn recommended) and wash out & some biodegradeable detergent (if necessary)
- Start the process again, as per the instructions http://www.bokashi.com.au/Bokashi-Instructions.htm
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