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Green House Healing

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 03:34:30 GMT

Everything you wanted to know to have a green house that uses less energy, saves water. Focus on strawbale building and fire protection when living in the bush.

The Beauty of Straw Bale

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:03:14 GMT

If you have ever been in a straw bale house then you'll understand the attraction to them. If not then let me show you all the benefits of living in a strawbale home.

Strawbale Home

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:15 GMT

Finished strawbale home with walls having their final coat of render and sponging to give the lovely organic finish that straw bale houses exude.

Emergency Warning Phone System Live

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 23:24:39 GMT

The new emergency warning system that alerts residents to bushfire, flood and cyclone danger is now in operation across Australia. The system sends text messages to mobile phones and voice message to homeline phones, if the billing address is within a risk area. The system is not failsafe with certain areas having restricted mobilem access, and the risk of electricity going down and home phones thus being inactive. Victoria's Emergency Services Minister Bob Cameron, said it is simply another 'tool' for people to have access to, but not to be totally dependent on it. The system is expected to be upgraded next year to contact all mobile phones within an area- rather than the reliance being only on a billing address.

Green Christmas Wrapping Ideas

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 09:03:14 GMT

If your Christmas is going green, then we've some great Christmas wrapping ideas to save the planet and on paper!

Green Christmas

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:12:55 GMT

If you're looking for a Green Christmas this year, then we've got some easy tips to help you shop, cook and decorate.

Green House Healing - Site Map

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:51:08 GMT

Use this site map or the Google toolbar to find what you are looking for at Green House Healing.

Interim Fire Bunker Guidelines

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:44:12 GMT

In Victoria, Interim fire bunker guidelines have been released while we wait for testing to be done before a new set of National Standards are released in 2010.

Home Fire Safety

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:39:48 GMT

When building in bush locations, home fire safety needs to be given careful consideration.

Definition of Energy Efficiency

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:22:47 GMT

Well all know that improving our energy efficiency is good for the planet and saves us money. What is the definition of energy efficiency?

Double Glazing Window

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:19:58 GMT

Can you save energy by using a double glazing window over standard single galzing alternatives?

Bushfire Protection Building Regulations

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:16:06 GMT

For those rebuilding, or planning to build in bushfire prone areas, new Building Regulations have come into action to improve the bushfire protection of homes in Victoria.

Home Fire Protection

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:02:35 GMT

If you are considering straw bale as a building material you can see how it offers your home fire protection by watching the following video.

Straw Bale Rendering

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:15:31 GMT

See how straw bale rendering is done, by a team of willing and able bodies, all having fun in the mud.

Fire Ready Bushfire Preparation

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 02:20:31 GMT

The aim of being 'Fire Raedy' is to understand the potential risk to your property and to have a Bushfire Plan in the event of a fire.

Fuel Reduction

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 02:00:58 GMT

To be able to defend your home in the event of a bushfire, you may need to undertake fuel reduction to give give your property the best chance of survival.

Computer Recycling Centres

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 03:06:00 GMT

If you are wanting to donate your old computer there are a number of computer recycling centres who will accept it.

Practically Green Festival

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 22:42:28 GMT

The Practically Green festival, at Edendale Farm in Eltham is a family day of fun while learning about practical steps you can take to 'green' your life.

Straw Bale Windows

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:29:00 GMT

How do you build straw bale windows? One method is called the dropped rolled head and looks a bit like this...

Thermo Gel Fire Retardant

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 02:13:54 GMT

Thermo Gel a fire retardant gel will not be used by the CFA this fire season but is available for home owners to buy in a Home Protection Kit.

2010 Prius

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:05:41 GMT

The new 2010 Prius has hit the streets of Australia with improved styling and a whole lot more...

Solar Credits Scheme

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 03:14:00 GMT

The Solar Credits Scheme has been launched in Australia, providing solar rebates to households, businesses and community groups installing solar, wind or micro-hydro systems.

Stuffed Strawbale Walls

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:27:44 GMT

More work on the stuffed strawbale walls - slow progress but rewarding to see each wall finished, and rendering is yet to come!

Garage Door Insulation

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 01:28:25 GMT

Garage door insulation is essential for attached garages and DIY garage door insulations kits are readily available and easy to use.

Bushfire Protection

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 04:03:03 GMT

Do you live in an area at risk of bushfire? There are several issues when considering the bushfire protection of your home and family.

Types of Blown in Insulation

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:30:57 GMT

There are several types of blown in insulation, also known as loose fill or spray foam insulation. Some can be self-installed but others require installation by a professional.

Best Insulation for Homes

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 11:04:55 GMT

What's the best insulation for homes? That all depends on the 'type' of home you live in, and the weather conditions where you live.

Internal Straw Bale Walls

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 23:54:49 GMT

Internal straw bale walls can be constructed to provide interior wall insulation by using the 'waste' straw to stuff the walls.

Plastic Circuit Board

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 10:50:53 GMT

A fantastic new invention, a plastic circuit board called CiP could see a huge reduction in the amount of e-waste produced by circuit boards.

Water Saving

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 23:25:09 GMT

Water saving can be achieved in a variety of ways- from shower heads and recycling grey water, right up to installing rain water tanks and composting toilets.

Why is Recycling Important

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:52:26 GMT

So why is recycling important? We can reduce our waste by up to two thirds, simply by recycling! Want to know more...

Green Events

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 01:50:05 GMT

Green Events- anything from wedding, corporate, festivals, even down to selecting a green venue for your event.

Green Celebrities

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 01:28:50 GMT

Green celebrities are hot! So who do you know who's gained the green tick of approval for their 'green ways'? All the hottest Hollywood celebrities getting out there and spreading the word.

Electric and Hybrid Cars

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 10:59:32 GMT

News on the latest in hybrid cars, electric cars and emerging technology for the 'green' car industry.

Solar Power For Homes

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:29:22 GMT

Solar power for homes can be achieved through passive solar design or with the sue of active solar technologies.

Sustainable Construction

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:55:32 GMT

What is sustainable construction? How can you make your home more sustainable and environmentally friendly?

Fire Bunkers

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:53:17 GMT

Fire bunkers may be the only option for protection in the case of being caught in a firestorm and having no means of escape.

Bushfire Royal Commission - Major Overhaul of System Ahead

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:00:46 GMT

The Bushfire Royal Commission Interim Report has been delivered and has suggested 51 recommendations. The Interim Report was requested to allow time for action by the CFA, government agencies and the community, before the 2010 bushfire season. It suggests many changes at information and warning levels- through improved websites, radio broadcasting, community sirens, and available phone lines to answer emergency calls. Recommendations were also directed at CFA publications in regards to the 'leave early or stay and defend' policy. In conjunction with this, is a clearer designation of 'local refuges', in the form of sports grounds, race tracks and other open spaces, giving people somewhere to go in the event of 'relocating'. A national phone-based warning system is still being developed, and may be implemented in time for this years fire season, which is only 10 weeks away.

Strawbale Sculpture

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 01:01:15 GMT

Straw is a truly versatile building material. Check out how Snugburys have created a Big Ben strawbale sculpture, amongst other notable UK landmarks.

Straw Bale Walls

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 03:30:45 GMT

Building straw bale walls involves several easy but necessary steps. After the bales have been split and fitted into position they need to be tensioned, or compressed.

Green Loan Program

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 01:06:58 GMT

The Australian government has commenced a 'Green Loan Program', designed to help households improve the sustainability of their homes through solar and water efficient means.

Solar Rebates

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 10:06:52 GMT

If you're considering solar panels then you need to know which solar rebates you currently are, and will be eligible for in the future.

Search Results

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 03:07:45 GMT

Find the Green House Healing site search results here.

Straw Bale House Construction

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 03:57:28 GMT

Early days of straw bale house construction. Learning how the strawbale walls are put together.

Strawbale Construction

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 03:52:05 GMT

Follow my Sundays, helping to build a home using strawbale construction, and learning all of the skills in the process.

Strawbale Building - Building a Bale Wall

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:15:07 GMT

Finally I will actually be getting on site this weekend to help a couple outside of Melbourne to build the straw bale walls of their new home. You will see the content of the site shift around a little as I focus more on building specifics, meeting regulations and lots more about strawbale including pictures!! I will still be writing about electric cars and green technology, but lots of that content will be moving across to the Green Technology part of the website. The first straw bale update will be coming next week! Stay tuned via the RSS feed (left), or via Twitter.

Bike Share Melbourne

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 23:51:13 GMT

Is a bike share program coming to Melbourne? Looks like bidding has opened for the program set to start in 2010.

Green Technology

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 10:51:47 GMT

Here's where you can keep abreast of all the new green technology entering the marketplace- electric bikes, solar phones and much more...

Solar Bike Storage - Green Pod

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 03:51:44 GMT

For the ultimate in clean and green technology, check out the Green Pod, solar bike storage, incorporating showers, changeroom, lockers and bike storage of course.

AIRPod Air Car

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:07:33 GMT

The AIRPod (air car) runs only on compressed air and produces zero emissions. Find out more about this funky prototype..