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Fast growing edibles for spring in South East QLD

Whether you plant in the ground or in pots, horticulturalist Claire Bickle rounds up the fastest-growing veggies and herbs for the warmer months in South-East Queensland.
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Want weeds with that? Brisbane’s edible weed guide

Katie Irwin from Waste Not Collective shares her advice for growing your own food in the city.
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Keeping backyard chickens: getting started

So you’ve decided to embark upon the journey of keeping backyard chickens. Good on you! We have our resident chook expert Claire Bickle to tell…
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Essential tips for first time sewers

If you’ve been deliberating whether to get on the #memadeclothes trend, then this is for you. Chloe Cipra has started making her own clothes, and…
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How to make a bathtub worm farm

Katie Irwin shows us how to make a productive worm farm from repurposed bits and pieces you can find around your home or from second-hand sources.
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IKEA: The business of sustainable futures

We explore how homewares giant, IKEA, is set to become climate positive by 2030.
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How families can lower their carbon footprint

Families across Brisbane are lowering their household carbon emissions and saving money on bills. Find out how you can also join the Brisbane Carbon Challenge.
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Budget friendly tips for reducing your household carbon emissions

We give you tips on how the Brisbane Carbon Challenge can help you reduce your carbon emissions without breaking the bank.
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