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Why grow local indigenous plants? |
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Written by Mary
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Tuesday, 10 June 2008 11:52 |
Most nurseries sell native plants from all over Australia. A few specialise in plants grown from seeds sourced in our local area. By selecting these, we revive the plants that used to flourish in our own backyards. This is important, because:
- These plants evolved here over millennia, together with the wildlife that relied on them;
- By maintaining genetic integrity, we encourage healthy, hardy species that have adapted to local environmental conditions;
- We can help bring back local native birds, butterflies, lizards etc;
- This practice also preserves genetic biodiversity; and
- Planting local native stock helps to prevent the introduction of weeds.
In the inner-west of Sydney, these specialist nurseries include: |
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 10 June 2008 12:23 |
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Where can I recycle household goods and rubbish? |
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Written by Mary
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Monday, 12 May 2008 16:27 |
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For items that can be recycled by your local council, check the Council's website. Councils usually collect paper, glass, cans, recyclable plastic and green waste. For details of the City of Sydney's collecting policy and schedule, click here. To recycle other material, check the 'Recycling Near You' website. |
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Written by Mary
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Monday, 12 May 2008 14:26 |
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Wear sensible clothes including shoes and a hat or sunscreen. Bring a water bottle. We provide tools and gloves. |
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What is the aim of the group? |
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Written by Mary
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Monday, 12 May 2008 14:12 |
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The group's aims are detailed in our constitution which you can download here. In brief: Our aim is to improve the natural ecology of Pyrmont, Ultimo and beyond.
Our objectives are: - To cooperate in the development of baseline information on the natural ecology of Pyrmont peninsula and Ultimo
- To identify, evaluate, and implement strategies to improve this ecology, thereby to provide a sound basis for ecological renewal of the peninsula
- To build community spirit and volunteerism among residents, and to foster creativity and knowledge of ecological matters in the community
- To generate partnerships with other stakeholders in this process of ecological renewal
- To support wider initiatives towards an improved ecology of the City and the region.
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Last Updated on Saturday, 24 May 2008 09:56 |
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Written by Mary
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Monday, 12 May 2008 13:58 |
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The City of Sydney gives the group strong support: free topsoil and mulch, assistance with rubbish removal, and accounts with two local native plant nurseries, Cornucopia Nursery in the Gladesville Hospital Grounds and Randwick Council Community Nursery. We have also had City environmental grants to establish ourselves. We have also had support from several local businesses and individuals: Star City, Channel 10, Shah Yee, Star City Medical Centre, Lend Lease. As we aim to be financially independent of the City Council, we welcome donations from all interested companies and individuals. |
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 21 May 2008 17:04 |
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