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Green Cleaning — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Australias best green cleaning expert on methods, ideas, recipes and more

Federal Governments energy ratings for appliances — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Check out the Australian Government's energy ratings for all fridges, freezers, ovens, air conditioners and heaters sold in Australia.

Green Power Product Watch — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Buy accreditted and auditted green power from your electricity retailer for less than a dollar a day.

Federal Government Green Vehicle Guide — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Check out the green vehicle guide for Australian Government greenhouse emission comparisons for all vehicles sold in Australia.

Bike Paths and Trails — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Local cycling trails around Bendigo

Bicycle Victoria — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Check out Victoria's peak cycling body Bicycle Victoria for bike insurance and everything else cycling.

Bendigo Bank Sustainability Guide — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

A locally prepared home sustainability guide

ACF green home guide — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

All the tips, facts and information you could want on sustainability in the home.

Technical Home Manual — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Australian government technical manual on home design

Saving Water Information — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

State Government information of saving water in the home

Health and environmental benefits of cycling — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Cycling improves our health and can dramatically reduce our climate change impact

Rebates — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Victorian Government information on rebates

Detergent tests for Greywater — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

This site shows the environmental impact of the leading brands of clothes washing detergents.

Bendigo Sustainability Group — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Community action for ecological sustainability including bulk buys of renewable energy, hot water systems and more.

Alternative Technology Association — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Australia’s leading not-for-profit organisation, promoting sustainable technology and practice.

Goldfields Revegetation — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

A wonderful Bendigo treasure trove of indigenous plants and biodiversity

Embodied Energy of Building Materials — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

How much energy and therefore carbon pollution has been created before the building products reach your house?

The next big thing: green roofs — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

What about creating a living roof that creates oxygen, lengthens the life of the roof, provides insulation, lowers ambient temperature, creates habitat, food and looks brilliant?

Sustainable Gardening Australia — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Australia's not for profit, non government hub for sustainable gardening

Bendigo Water Smart Gardens — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Bendigo City Councul and Coliban Water information on water smart gardening

Detox your home — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Victorian Government information on home chemicals and safe disposal programs

Resource Smart — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Victorian Government information on living sustainably: water, waste, energy, rebates, events, case studies, tips and everything else

Green Power — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Federal Governments green power site: find out how your home can be green powered for a few dollars a weeks.

Moreland Energy Foundation — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

A great source of home energy reducing programs, ideas nad information

Walking School Bus — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

There are thousands of Walking Schools Buses around Victoria and lots in Bendigo - a better way to get to school.

Our Walking Institute — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Institute of Australasia

Car Pooling — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Not in Bendigo yet, make it happen!

Mitzubishi Electric Car — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Set to be launched in 2009, this will be the first mass produced electric vehicle in Australia, with many to follow.

EcoSmart Electricians — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Electricians trained to help you reduce energy use

Green Plumbers — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Plumbers trained to help reduce your water use

State Government Info on Gas and Power Bills — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Advice, information and questions answered on your bills

State Government Info on Composting — by saya — last modified 03/04/2009 09:45 AM

Download a great home composting guide here

Solar Hot Water Rebate Calculator — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 30/04/2009 01:04 PM

A great web site to find out what your Government rebate could be when you choose an environmentally friendly hot water system

Green Building Council of Australia — by Ian McBurney — last modified 18/04/2009 11:01 AM

The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) was established in 2002 to develop a sustainable property industry in Australia and drive the adoption of green building practices through market-based solutions.

How to set up a worm farm — by Ian McBurney — last modified 18/04/2009 11:03 AM

A Gardening Australia fact sheet

Greater Bendigo City Council waste services — by Ian McBurney — last modified 18/04/2009 11:04 AM

Detox your home, waste and garbage services, recycling, landfill, waste wise initiatives and transfer stations.

Greater Bendigo City Council Recycling — by Ian McBurney — last modified 18/04/2009 11:10 AM

What can be recycled: info and brochure to download

Bendigo Train Station — by Ian McBurney — last modified 18/04/2009 11:06 AM

 

Bendigo TravelSmart — by Ian McBurney — last modified 18/04/2009 11:11 AM

 

Walk Bendigo — by Ian McBurney — last modified 18/04/2009 11:14 AM

Bendigo City Councils plans to increase walkability in the city

Low Energy Solar Display Home — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 30/04/2009 01:05 PM

The Mount Alexander Low Energy Solar Display Home The house incorporates passive solar design to maximise natural heating and cooling, energy and water efficiency measures, good insulation, solar hot water and photo voltaic roof panels and low water use landscaping. In other words, it demonstrates just how easy it can be to live more sustainably without sacrificing style and comfort. Its stylish, contemporary, comfortable and most importantly, it demonstrates that sustainable living need not cost the earth

Sustainable House Day — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 18/04/2009 11:00 AM

Over the years Sustainable House Day has been showing people the benefits of energy efficiency in their homes, we have seen a dramatic increase in interest. People now realise they need to reduce their energy, water and waste needs in their home…but are confused on where to start. That’s where Sustainable House Day can help. There is nothing better than talking to people who have already done it. You can learn the good, and the bad, from the home owner’s personal experience and talk to architects, builders and designers. And once you have experienced living in a home that is cool in summer, without air-conditioning, and warm in winter with little or no heating, it’s hard not to get excited.

Recycling Near You — by Ian McBurney — last modified 30/04/2009 01:05 PM

Planet Ark's recycling page, with info on recycling and recovery of all sots of household waste, chemicals, appliances and more.

What's your pet's eco paw print? — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 30/04/2009 01:05 PM

While people are going eco in their own lives and reduce their environmental impact, many are also looking at their pets and wondering about the ecological paw print they can leave

Cheapskates Club — by Ian McBurney — last modified 30/04/2009 01:05 PM

A club that provides education and information to save money from the household budget, including energy and water bills.

Central Victorian Greenhouse Alliance — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 09/05/2009 09:43 AM

The Central Victorian Greenhouse Alliance, comprising 14 local governments, and businesses and community organisations, is playing a key role in creating sustainable, climate-aware communities and profitable, climate-friendly economies in our region.

Mount Alexander Sustainability Group — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 18/07/2009 11:33 AM

The Sustainability Group has over 500 members: local people taking action to combat climate change. We employ four staff, supported by volunteers at the MASG office in Castlemaine, central Victoria

Ballarat Renewable Energy And Zero Emissions — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 09/05/2009 09:47 AM

BREAZE is a locally formed group of energetic, forward thinking people who believe that there are more sustainable ways of living on our patch of the planet

Sustainable Hepburn Association — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 09/05/2009 09:49 AM

Spreading the word for a sustainable Hepburn Shire

Climate Movement — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 09/05/2009 09:49 AM

ClimateMovement.org.au is a hub for Climate Action Groups around Australia to connect with each other, access resources, share success stories and collaborate to make a more powerful and effective climate movement.

Strathfieldsaye and Districts Community Enterprise — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 09/05/2009 11:52 AM

Our aim is simple...to build better communities. We do this by engaging people like you to work collectively to support our business partners who in turn support us financially.

Meet the Green Family — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 18/07/2009 12:09 PM

Hi, we’re the Green family. We were concerned about climate change, drought and the decline of natural systems, and wanted to reduce our impact on the environment. However with a mortgage and general expenses to consider, we couldn’t afford large investments like water tanks, solar hot water or photovoltaic power systems. So we crafted a simple three stage program to help us. Each stage of the program lessened our impact on the environment and saved us money in the process. The further we got into our program, the more money we saved to invest into our ever increasingly “Green” home.

Northern United Forestry Group — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 18/07/2009 11:35 AM

Northern United Forestry Group (NUFG) is working to establish low-rainfall farm forestry as a commercially viable agricultural enterprise that provides forest products, environmental services and community benefits, as a component of sustainable farming systems. NUFG won the 2004 National Landcare Research Award for its contribution to low-rainfall farm forestry

The Victorian Green Renters' Guide: Sustainable Living Tips for Renters — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 18/07/2009 11:39 AM

Are renters legally able to change their showerheads? How can you make your toilet waste less water when you don’t have dual flush? Answers to these questions and more are in the Victorian Green Renters' Guide.

Did You Know Saving Water = Saving Electricity? — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 18/07/2009 11:53 AM

One of our aims at the Planet Green website, is to try and provide people with tips and tricks for saving energy and water.

Window Energy Rating Scheme (WERS) — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 18/07/2009 11:58 AM

The Window Energy Rating Scheme (WERS) is a 10-star rating system that ranks windows in terms of their annual energy performance and provides certified data. WERS rates the energy performance of residential windows. The rating process produces star ratings for heating and cooling performance. The WERS star ratings are performance rankings based on the predicted annual energy demand of the "model house" when fitted with the chosen windows.

Did You Know Saving Water = Saving Electricity? — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 18/07/2009 12:00 PM

One of our aims at the Planet Green website, is to try and provide people with tips and tricks for saving energy and water.

Laundry Products Research — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 18/07/2009 12:02 PM

From a range of powder laundry detergents purchased between September and December 2008, analysis of the wash water from those products resulted in samples mixed for 42 front loaders and 47 top loaders. Of those products, 18 detergents were marked as suitable for both front and top loader and were tested for both. The results of the analysis are presented under separate headings for each of the various components and the comments are intended to indicate potential effects upon soil and/or plants.

Annie’s Favorite Wood-Floor Soap Formula — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 18/07/2009 12:04 PM

The fragrance of a true vegetable oil soap on wood floors is as wholesome as bread baking in the oven. So-called vegetable oil soaps available commercially are usually detergents, but detergents may be necessary to avoid soap scum if you have hard water.

Home Sustainability Assessors Training Program — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 18/07/2009 12:08 PM

The Home Sustainability Assessors Training Program aims to train advisors who will be able to provide householders with accurate, impartial and practical advice on how to reduce their impact on the environment.

Our Water Our Future Water rebates — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 18/07/2009 12:10 PM

The Water Smart Gardens and Homes Rebate scheme gives you the change to save water and money when you purchase eligible water-saving products between 1 July 2009 and 30 June 2011.

Tree Project — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 24/07/2009 10:02 AM

TreeProject is a non-profit community organisation dedicated to revegetating the Victorian landscape with indigenous trees, shrubs and grasses.

Central Victorian Solar Cities — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 24/07/2009 10:32 AM

The Central Victoria Solar City project is part of the Australian Government’s $94 million Solar Cities program that offers incentives to local residents and businesses to participate in a trial range of energy efficiency, local energy generation and demand management products and services . The project aims to discover innovative local energy solutions for you, your community and the planet

A listing of Bendigo's Op Shops — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 24/07/2009 10:53 AM

Op shop locations for Bendigo

Mount Alexander Sustainability Group Local Guide — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 24/07/2009 11:11 AM

Hi there, I’ve put together an extensive resource guide to help you pinpoint the myriad of local food, retro-fitting and transport options available in our Shire, to help you reduce your ‘carbon footprint’. These have been compiled from contributions by MASG members and CRAG participants, so products are not directly endorsed by the MASG. From Tuesday, anyone can access these guides from the MASG website. www.masg.org.au. Then browse the CRAG link to the Local Guides section. Your contributions are also welcome, as I will be updating extra links or changes in August.

Sustainable Living Foundation — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 24/07/2009 12:32 PM

The Sustainable Living Foundation (SLF) is a community based not-for-profit organisation committed to creating major platforms to help accelerate the uptake of sustainable living.

Sustainable Living Directory — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 24/07/2009 12:34 PM

The Sustainable Living Directory is being developed as an online consumer guide. Search our Greenpages Directory to find businesses that have outstanding features that put them on the pathway towards sustainability.

Great Dividing Trail Association — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 07/08/2009 05:04 PM

The Great Dividing Trail, a community-planned 280km public walking trail following the top of the Great Dividing Range from Bacchus Marsh to Blackwood, Daylesford, Castlemaine, Bendigo, Creswick, Ballarat and Buninyong, allows recreational walkers and tourists the time to savour central Victoria?s unique combination of gold rush heritage and its natural beauty. Created by a community-owned organisation, the Great Dividing Trail Association (GDTA), the Trail links the old gold rush towns at the heart of Victoria, as well as the forests, hills and lakes, straddling the Australian Great Dividing Range.

LandLearn — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 07/08/2009 05:06 PM

LandLearn - a statewide education program - supported by Department of Primary Industries

Green Christmas Tips — by Ian McBurney — last modified 13/11/2009 08:59 AM

The City of Penrith guide to a green christmas

Green Christmas Tips #2 — by Ian McBurney — last modified 13/11/2009 08:59 AM

The Australian Conservation Foundation guide to a green christmas

Victoria Walks — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 14/08/2009 12:57 PM

Victoria Walks has all the tools, information and support you need to make your neighbourhood safer and more walk friendly.

Energy Saver Incentive — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 04/09/2009 08:11 AM

The Victorian Government's Energy Saver Incentive is making energy efficiency more affordable. Discounts and special offers on selected products are available from participating businesses to help you save energy at home.

Feed in Tarriffs — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 26/11/2009 12:27 PM

The Victorian Government is supporting the community to produce its own renewable energy through feed-in tariffs.

What is Solar Power? — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 26/11/2009 12:53 PM

Crikey clarifier on solar power

THE ORIGINAL MODERN URBAN HOMESTEAD — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 11/12/2009 10:34 AM

Pioneering a journey towards self sufficiency, one step at a In the mid-1980s, our family set out to do the seemingly impossible: To create what we dubbed an urban homestead and live a self-sufficient, low-impact life in the heart of the city. For years we worked steadily to transform our ordinary urban lot in Pasadena, California, into an organic permaculture garden that supplies us with food year-round.

How Products are Made — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 11/12/2009 10:54 AM

A resource detailing how products are made

Waterfoot print — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 11/12/2009 11:00 AM

The water footprint of an individual is defined as the total amount of freshwater that is used to produce the goods and services consumed by the individual as a result of its own consumption pattern and country of residence.

CraftsUpcycled Holiday Crafts You Can Make From What You Found in the Couch Cushions — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 16/12/2009 07:52 AM

Green or eco-friendly crafts for children using recycled or upcycled (repurposing a waste material into a product of higher quality materials) are plentiful this holiday season. In addition to being better for the environment, crafting from items found around the house has the added benefit of being economical.

City of Greater Bendigo Grey Water help sheets — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 22/12/2009 04:14 PM

The City of Greater Bendigo is experiencing incressing pressure due to diminishing water sources. More people are looking at alternative water sources such as the reuse of household greywater. The reuse of greywater during times of drought is a viable option provided public health and environmental health risks are minimised.

Centre for Sustainable Leadership — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 22/12/2009 04:53 PM

There are hundreds of thousands of young people across the globe who can imagine a different, more sustainable future, but don’t know how to go about creating it. The Centre for Sustainability Leadership is designed to bridge this gap by empowering young people to make their communities more sustainable.

Early Childhood education in the garden — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 11/02/2010 02:40 PM

This theme page provides links to online resources to extend children's interest in plants and how things grow. It includes resources on developing a garden with children.

Australian Green Procurement — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 11/02/2010 03:13 PM

Many governments, companies and everyday Australians are now reviewing their everyday procurement activities with a view of minimising their overall environmental impact. This website has been designed for procurement officers and technical professionals involved in the field of green procurement

Environmental Education in Early Childhood — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 19/02/2010 06:03 PM

EEEC aims to promote a holistic approach to environmental education and sustainable practices in early childhood and the early years of primary school.

It's a Green World — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 23/04/2010 02:55 PM

Links to information about sustainable travel, environmental impact and ecological organisations and projects.

Greater Bendigo Freecycle — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 06/05/2010 08:01 AM

** Get stuff for free – give stuff for free ** ** Clear your clutter without adding to landfill ** Have some paint left over from decorating? Old furniture? Children’s toys? Food you can’t eat before you go on holiday? Unwanted presents? Don’t dump it, offer it on Freecycle! Just moved house, and short of a few basic things? Looking for a kitchen table? Old material? A radio for your workshop? Bathroom tiles? Ask on Freecycle! All you need is an email address. There’s one rule on Freecycle: EVERYTHING IS FREE! Members post “wanted” and “offered” emails to other members in their area. Out of hundreds of people, someone nearly always wants it, or has it.

Victorian State Concessions — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 27/05/2010 09:19 AM

Find concessions for your needs This search engine is designed to help you access information on concessions quickly and easily. Click through a few simple steps to find out what services are available for you.

Reverse Cycle Air-Conditioner User Guide — by Tamara Marwood — last modified 08/09/2010 01:49 PM

21 ways to use your air-conditioner more efficiently.