Author: Darren
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Last Quarter Lunar Planting Guide
The Last Quarter moon phase for April 2009 runs from 17 Apr – 25 Apr. The Last Quarter is the time of rest in the traditional [lunar planting calendar](http://green-change.com/2008/12/11/what-is-lunar-planting/). This is not a time for sowing anything, but it is a good time to catch up on weeding, preparing garden beds, and general maintenance. For…
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First Quarter Lunar Planting Guide
The First Quarter lunar phase for April 2009 runs from 3 Apr – 10 Apr. The full moon on April 10 is known traditionally as the “Egg Moon”. The First Quarter is the time for planting above-ground annual fruiting crops, green manures and flowering annuals in the traditional [lunar planting calendar](http://green-change.com/2008/12/11/what-is-lunar-planting/). For information on what…
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Permit Me To Make A Difference
Although the “cap and trade” idea behind Rudd’s ETS scheme is a workable way to make progress on carbon emissions, the system that’s being put in place is less than ideal. The basic idea is that the government sets a cap on the total pollution the country will emit. People or businesses who are able…
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Lyn Bagnall Organic Gardening Book Competition
To celebrate its reprinting, Lyn Bagnall is [giving away](http://aussieorganicgardening.com/blog/?p=213) one free copy of her book __Easy Organic Gardening and Moon Planting__, along with 10 vouchers for $5 off the purchase price. All you have to do is email her and give your reason why, in 25 words or less, organic gardening/farming is best. You’ve got…
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Green Manure Crops
A green manure crop is really just anything you grow for a short while and then slash or dig into your soil before it gets a chance to set seed or fruit. Why would you do that? Lots of reasons! It helps by: – increasing organic matter in your soil (increasing nutrient content, aeration and…
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Green Retrofits For Free?
If you live in Australia, did you know that you can now access green retrofits for your house for free? Check out all the [sustainable retrofit rebates](http://green-change.com/australian-rebates/) available here in Australia. Make sure you scroll to the bottom and find your state ones, too. You could get a rainwater tank, a solar hot water system,…
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Energy Around The Home Workshop – Kiama
Come an learn about the energy consuming areas of your home and the actions and changes you can make to save yourself money and reduce your carbon footprint. Topics covered also include solar passive principles and alternative energy technology. To register, please call Byron on 4232 0465.
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Second Hand Saturday – Kiama
Venue: Black Beach School Flat, Shoalhaven Street, Kiama. Time: 8:00 am to 12:00 noon You can trade, sell or give away second hand items, instead of sending them to landfill. All residents are welcome to participate in this event. To register a site, call the ‘Second Hand Saturday’ hotline on 4232 0400.
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Earth Hour 2009
What began as a campaign to get Sydneysiders to turn their lights off, has grown to become one of the world’s biggest climate change initiatives. Be a part of the [Earth Hour](http://www.earthhour.org/) initiative and represent the Kiama community by switching your lights off between 8:30pm and 9:30pm on Saturday 28th March 2009. Earth Hour is…
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Native Plant Propagation Workshop – Kiama
Learn about seed collection and processing, sowing and techniques such as propagating from cuttings. Participants will receive a kit which will allow them to propagate a small number of a variety of species of native plants. This activity is run by Kiama Council and is available free of charge to Kiama residents only. Bookings are…