features
february 2009
topic
Shauny likes to do it in the garden
He:
- plants local native plants that use less water, and feed the birds, butterflies and frogs
- grows some vegetables, fruits and herbs to swap with neighbours
- waters the garden using grey water
- creates a compost area and worm farm for food scraps to put on the vegie garden
fact
As much as half the average australian household water use is spent on the garden - that’s about 123,000 litres per household per year.
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Malcolm likes to do it at home"We reuse plastic bags over and over again by throwing them in with the clothes washing.
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Julian likes to do it at home"I get saucy with vegies and herbs I grow myself - basil pesto is the good stuff. I water my vegies with grey water from my showers.
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Rhys likes to do it in the community"Take practical actions and share these with other people in the Sustainable Living evening classes - in New Zealand. Info at www.sustainableliving.org.nz