Category Archives: Upcycling

18 June 2018 8:02am – If It Can’t Be Reduced, Reused, Repaired …

Posted on September 22, 2018 by kim
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8 May 2018 10:10am – Compost!

Posted on August 15, 2018 by kim

With the advent of Compost Awareness Week starting yesterday, I thought it was high time that I update you all on our composting system. As most processes tend to do, this one has changed and been adapted over the years: … Continue reading →

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11 March 2018 6:08am – City Farming

Posted on March 25, 2018 by kim

Live in a city but want a country lifestyle and connection to your food? No worries! :) Suburban farming: The Australians with country lifestyles, but city lives

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13 December 2017 9:45am – Non-toy Gifts

Posted on March 21, 2018 by kim

Some great ideas here, for anyone buying for little ones (or not so little ones) this festive season! Less Toys, More Memories: 20 Non-Toy Gift Ideas

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2 October 2017 4:19pm – Planting, planting and more planting!

Posted on March 20, 2018 by kim

Following on from Saturday’s purchases, we collected 6 rosella seedlings that my parents had collected from a lady at the Thursday Redcliffe markets, and postponed the planting for the predicted cooler weather today. Then, on our trip up to the … Continue reading →

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3 May 2017 11:39am – Recycling Pallets

Posted on May 6, 2017 by kim

Do you use old pallets in your yard, or are interested in doing so? Here’s a great summary of what to look for when determining which ones are safe to use: USING TIMBER PALLETS IN YOUR GARDEN

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5 October 2016 8:06pm – Junkies Mag is Back!

Posted on October 11, 2016 by kim

For anyone else who’s into the rethink-reuse-recycle, Junkies Mag is back!! New issue out 1 December. Can’t wait! :D From the Junkies Team: “We have wonderful news, Junkies is officially coming back! We have been working very hard and are … Continue reading →

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11 September 2016 1:03pm – Chillies, Herbs and Marigolds

Posted on October 8, 2016 by kim

What are you all up to on this beautiful Spring day? Did you get much rain yesterday? I took advantage of the bit of coolness this morning to plant out more chilli seeds, and transplant some chilli seedlings and a … Continue reading →

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11 September 2016 12:53pm – Selima and Felix’s Converted School Bus

Posted on September 16, 2016 by kim

WOW! Check out this bus reno! EXPEDITION HAPPINESS

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22 August 2016 7:01pm – Adam and Sian’s House Truck

Posted on September 11, 2016 by kim

Another interesting Happen Film, this time about an off-grid house truck made from recycled materials. Just love the height in the bedroom platform. Love the idea of the home-made milk paint. And of course, LOVE all the recycled and salvaged … Continue reading →

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