Wheelie bin waste contaminated

Dead dogs, a belt of machinegun bullets, sex toys, marijuana, a hand grenade and a goat - just some of the things Christchurch people put in their yellow wheelie bins.  Read More
From Christchurch Press Newspaper NZ.  www.press.co.nz

LIVING VICTORIA WATER REBATE PROGRAM

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A SPECIAL $30 rebate is available on the purchase of one or more products with a combined value of $50 or more.  One special basket offer rebate is available per eligible customer between 26 March and 30 June 2012.

*Compost/Mulch Bins Included!!!

Flyer
A3 Poster
Special Offer Basket Rebate Program Info Page



Click the links above for further details. Then purchase direct from www.bokashi.com.au
or one of Bokashi One's VIC Retailers http://bokashi.com.au/reseller.htm 

Future Fest Illawarra - Celebrating World Environment Day 2012!

In recognition of World Environment Day, Kiama Municipal Council will once again celebrate the occasion by staging “Future Fest Illawarra”. Future Fest Illawarra is aimed at providing residents of the region with information on ways to live more sustainably.

Special guest, local award winning restaurateur and chef of The Hungry Duck in Berry, Dave Campbell, will officially open the event with Kiama Municipal Council Mayor Sandra McCarthy.

Dave will also be providing a cooking demonstration showcasing his culinary skills using local and home grown produce. A champion of local and sustainable produce and restaurant practices, Dave has been consistently awarded recognition for his commitment in publications such as the Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide. He continues to work with local farmers to bring a focus to the importance of knowing how food is produced and the process of its journey to the plate.

Organised by Kiama Municipal Council in partnership with Transition Towns Kiama and Regional Development Australia, “Future Fest Illawarra” will also provide an amazing opportunity for green businesses to highlight how their products and services can help householders adapt to a new carbon economy, live more comfortably and reduce their consumption, environmental footprint and their bills.

“Future Fest Illawarra” is aimed at all residents across the Illawarra and will include the following events:

Children’s activities

• Recycled art exhibition
• Native tree giveaways
• Trash ‘n’ Treasure car boot sale - open to all residents in the Illawarra. Only $5 per site to register. To register go to www.kiamapshere.com.au/ttcbs
• Traditional skills workshop – learn how to knit, maintain your tools, make bread, and more...
• Food stalls serving local produce
• Demonstrations throughout the day

Living sustainably used to be a choice people made to feel good about their impact on the natural environment. People across the Illawarra and beyond are now realising that there are many other important reasons:

• To stem the rising costs of living by using energy and resources more efficiently
• To live a little more simply creates opportunities to spend quality time with family, friends and the community
• To nourish a thriving local economy and community by making considered decisions about how and with whom you spend your time and money

“We welcome everyone to come along to the event. Here at Future Fest Illawarra you can discuss, see, hear, touch, taste and experience the best that our region has to offer, to help you take the next steps on your sustainable living journey”.

Entry is by gold coin donation only.

Event Poster

Commercial flower grower using Microbial Inoculant from EM America for their flower production.

City of Redding Green Waste Composting with Effective Microorganisms™

Video from Colombian distributor of Effective Microorganisms™ products. Covers agriculture, construction, and manufacturing uses of EM•1® Microbial Inoculant, developed by Dr. Teruo Higa. Under license from EM Research Organization, Japan.

Effective Microorganisms™ Golf Course Applications PT3

Harding Video Part 2

Brand Flowers brings out two pots of Gerber Daisies. One is grown with Effective Microorganisms in the soil-less mix and the other isn't.

The cleaning of the Seto Inland Sea in Japan

Water And Microbes

Marrickville Council - Household and Chemical Cleanout and e-Waste Day

It's time to CleanOut your household chemical clutter and unused e-Waste items- the right way. These events are scheduled quarterly throughout the year to encourage residents to dispose of unwanted household chemicals and e-Waste that has been stored in garages and sheds for many years, unused and unwanted. This service is provided free of charge.

The events will be held at the Marrickville Council Technical Centre, 15-17 Unwins Bridge Road, St Peters from 9.00-3.30pm on the following dates:

• Saturday 12 May 2012
• Saturday 4 August 2012
• Saturday 10 November 2012

(PLEASE NOTE ENTRY IS VIA BOLTON STREET AND EXIT VIA UNWINS BRIDGE ROAD - LEFT HAND TURN ONLY)

So if you have old paints, gas bottles, fluorescent tubes, batteries, motor oils, household cleaners, computers, TVs, cameras and other electronic waste simply bring them to Marrickville Council's FREE household chemical and e-Waste drop off day. All brands of e-Waste will be accepted including all computer, home office, entertainment equipment and toys. All items will be recycled and diverted from landfill to protect our environment.

This initiative will help ensure safer homes and a cleaner environment, significantly reducing waste and increasing recycling.

Important points to remember:
Please remember to pack unwanted chemicals in secure containers and carefully transport the waste to the drop off point to ensure that the chemicals do not leak or spill.

• Please refrain from leaving chemicals and e-Waste items outside the gate after opening hours as it is dangerous and will be treated as an illegal dumping matter. No materials can be dropped off or accepted at Marrickville Council Technical Centre prior to, or after this date unless advertised.
• If you cannot attend on the above date, please see the 'Chemical Cleanout Flyer' at the bottom of this page for alternative dates and locations. Note however that this is for Household Chemical Cleanout items only, not e-Waste.
• Never mix chemicals as this may produce dangerous reactions.
• Wherever possible keep all chemicals in their original containers.
• Ensure containers are clearly labelled and well sealed. If you do not know what is in the container, label it UNKNOWN CHEMICAL.
• Liquid can leak during transport. Wrap containers holding liquids securely in newspaper and place them into sturdy plastic bags, then pack in plastic buckets or trays.
• Keep household chemicals away from passengers, e.g. in the boot.

By Checking out the Title Link, scroll to the bottom to check previous results of this collection.  Amazing results! 

Please click here for a complete list of items that can be dropped off on the day.