Ask G
Ask G: Creative recycling: arts and crafts
Friday, 19 December 2008Creative recycling is all about putting random rubbish - like empty toilet rolls - to inventive use, and goes to show there's more than one way to recycle your household waste.
Ask G: Creative bird feeders
Thursday, 11 December 2008Bird watching is a great green hobby to introduce the kids to - it's simple yet exciting, and they can definitely be involved in a hands-on way in attracting colourful birds to the yard.
Ask G: Toxic-free toys
Tuesday, 9 December 2008Chances are that the toys at the top of kids' Christmas lists this year won't be coming from the North Pole; it's far more likely that they'll arrive in hulking container ships from China, which dominates the world toy production market.
Ask G: Eco-friendly shampoo alternatives
Wednesday, 3 December 2008Staunch environmentalists have long argued that shampooing is an unnecessary evil. But for those less keen on looking and smelling like a wet dog for six weeks, there are other options that are kind to both you and the environment
Ask G: Eco-cats
Friday, 28 November 2008Victoria's Department of Sustainability and Environment estimates that a single domestic cat with a loving home, but that is allowed to roam free, kills 25 native birds, mammals and reptiles each year.
Ask G: What's a good replacement for cling wrap?
Thursday, 6 November 2008Like their shopping bag counterparts, plastic products such as freezer bags and cling film are not environment-friendly.
Ask G: How do you create a natural pool?
Tuesday, 4 November 2008If diving into a freshwater lake or river appeals more than a chlorine pool then you will like the idea of a natural swimming pool.
Ask G: What's a family-friendly way to clean carpets?
Friday, 31 October 2008Carpets can have a relatively short lifespan if not cared for properly, but the range of chemicals found in commonly used carpet cleaners mean that these products often do more harm than good.
Ask G: What to look for in a carbon offsetter
Monday, 27 October 2008There are a lot of choices when it comes to offsetting travel.
Ask G: Should I offset my carbon?
Tuesday, 21 October 2008It's true: not all carbon offset schemes are created equal. But first, let's look at why it is vitally important to offset your travel.
