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Home Fire Safety

Wed, 2 Oct 2013 06:35:43 -0400

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

Bushfire Protection Building Regulations

Wed, 25 Sep 2013 23:49:44 -0400

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.

Interim Fire Bunker Guidelines

Wed, 25 Sep 2013 23:49:12 -0400

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.

Computer Recycling Centres

Wed, 25 Sep 2013 23:49:03 -0400

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

Fuel Reduction

Sat, 20 Jul 2013 23:59:58 -0400

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.

Ethical Gifts for Christmas

Sat, 20 Jul 2013 23:58:47 -0400

In search of the ultimate in ethical gifts? You can't beat cow dung, a pig or a donkey! Support some laughs this Xmas as well as an aid agency, and families overseas who could do with a helping hand.

World Environment Day

Sun, 5 Jun 2011 07:05:39 -0400

It's World Environment Day - celebrate at home with your family, or take part in a march or community activity happening in your local area. Get onboard!

Green House Healing

Fri, 3 Jun 2011 00:14:07 -0400

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.

All Natural Cleaning Products

Tue, 31 May 2011 07:40:33 -0400

Forget about antibacterial cleaners and wipes. Want to know which all natural cleaning products to use around your home?

Best Insulation for Homes

Tue, 31 May 2011 07:20:05 -0400

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.

Natural Home Cleaning Products

Tue, 31 May 2011 07:18:31 -0400

Decided to go organic and use natural home cleaning products? Here's our top 5 inexpensive items to keep you house clean and save you dollars.

Organic Products

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:55:18 -0500

So why make the effort to buy organic products? How do we know that they REALLY are organic?

Green Energy Investing

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:52:47 -0500

There are many green energy investing opportunities in Australia. Who you invest with depends on your own ethical standards.

Green Christmas

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 18:22:36 -0500

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

Pedal Power Concert in Eltham

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 18:13:55 -0500

The Zero Carbon World Concert is coming to Eltham with a FREE concert powered by volunteer bike riders to be held this weekend at Edendale Farm- 28th November 10am-6pm. For the event to be powered for the duration of the day, they will need about 300 riders each pedalling for 1/2 an hour. Think you want to get involved? Register a group of friends or family at the Futurespark link below, or just turn up on the day and jump on a free bike!

Considering Shipping Container Homes

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 06:06:09 -0500

Considering shipping container homes as a short or long term accommodation option? Check out some existing shipping container house, and your options for conversion.

Water Saving

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 18:43:04 -0500

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.

Organic Cleaning - Keep it Natural

Sun, 14 Nov 2010 22:34:39 -0500

The basics of organic cleaning are simply about using natural products to clean our homes rather than a cocktail of synthetic substances which may or may not be damaging to us and our loved ones.

Ethical and Green Investments

Sun, 14 Nov 2010 22:29:24 -0500

Green Investments can be as simple as choosing a green fund with your superannuation company, or may involve research so that you can directly invest with shares.

GMO Food

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 22:31:23 -0400

What exactly does GMO mean? What about GMO food, products and seeds?

Non GMO Foods

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 22:26:18 -0400

Trying to stick to non GMO foods is becoming harder and harder as more and more foods contain GM ingredients. Here's how to keep your shopping trolley GM free.

Practically Green Festival

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 01:52:26 -0400

The Practically Green Festival 2010, at Edendale Farm in Eltham is a family day of fun while learning about practical steps you can take to 'green' your life.

Cost of Solar Panels

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 03:53:06 -0400

The cost of solar panels is coming down, while electricity prices continue to rise. Is it time for you to consider photovoltaic panels for your home?

Sustainable House Day 2010

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 07:37:47 -0400

To check out some renovated homes with sustainability in mind, you can do just this on Sustainable House Day 2010, on the 12th September.

Home Fire Protection

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 05:07:13 -0400

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.

Zero Emission Home

Wed, 12 May 2010 07:11:02 -0400

See Australia's first zero emission home, with an eight star energy rating, located in Doreen, north of Melbourne.

Solar Power For Homes

Tue, 11 May 2010 21:39:45 -0400

Solar power for homes can be supplied through passive solar design or in combination with active solar technologies.

Homemade Solar Hot Water Heaters

Tue, 11 May 2010 21:07:49 -0400

Interested in saving energy and reducing your energy bill? Simple instructions for homemade solar hot water heaters for your home.

Natural Cleaning Product - Lose the Bleach

Wed, 5 May 2010 00:46:10 -0400

Got stained clothes or yukky nappies that need cleaning. Find out about the natural cleaning product to keep them white and bright without using harsh bleaches or nappy soakers.

Natural Lice Treatment

Wed, 5 May 2010 00:26:29 -0400

Need a natural lice treatment that WORKS? This is safe, cheap and will get rid of head lice for good, using only organic products that you'll have around your home!

Definition of Energy Efficiency

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 22:53:30 -0400

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

Solar Hot Water Rebate

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 20:43:42 -0400

The Solar Hot Water Rebate is availabel within Australia for households wanting to install a solar or heat pump system.

Solar Energy Rebates

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 20:25:21 -0400

Existing solar energy rebates being offerred by the Australian government have been severely restricted with only limited rebates now being available.

Green Events

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 04:10:49 -0400

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

Earth Hour 2010

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 06:04:30 -0400

Earth Hour 2010 is well and truly global with an expected 1 billion people taking part across the world.

Accredited Fire Bunker

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 20:53:39 -0400

The first accredited fire bunker has been released to the public. Wildfire Saefty Bunkers have developed a concrete bunker with stainless steel fire door that meets interim standards in Victoria.

The Beauty of Straw Bale

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 19:03:14 -0500

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

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 19:00:15 -0500

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

Green Christmas Wrapping Ideas

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 04:03:14 -0500

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

Green House Healing - Site Map

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 21:51:08 -0500

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

Double Glazing Window

Sun, 8 Nov 2009 19:19:58 -0500

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

Straw Bale Rendering

Sun, 1 Nov 2009 19:15:31 -0500

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

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:20:31 -0400

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.

Straw Bale Windows

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 20:29:00 -0400

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

Sun, 4 Oct 2009 22:13:54 -0400

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 09:05:41 -0400

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

Stuffed Strawbale Walls

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 07:27:44 -0400

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

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 21:28:25 -0400

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

Bushfire Protection

Fri, 4 Sep 2009 00:03:03 -0400

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