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Have you ever taken notice of ants before an oncoming storm or rain? There may not be a cloud on the horizon, but the frenetic activity of the ants is a sign that rough weather is coming your way. You can put this heightened energy to good use and secure your home before a storm … Continued

Halloween has become increasingly popular in South Australia over the years, with kids dressing up, houses being decorated and lots of goodies to give out. But the spookiest thing about Halloween is the waste production, which is now a bigger problem than ever. Let us run you through some of the scariest Halloween waste statistics … Continued

Fire season in Adelaide is typically during the summer months. There is a risk of fire whenever there is drought, strong winds and heat. The length and timing of the fire season may change based on the weather conditions. Know how to prepare for bushfires and implement these actions year-round to reduce the risk of … Continued

If you live in the Adelaide Hills or outskirts of Adelaide, you need to know how to prepare for bushfires. Leaving early is the safest option if a fire starts near your home.   Have a bushfire survival plan if you are in the area and you cannot leave. If you stay and defend, year-round … Continued

South Australia is known to suffer from high winds from time to time. Properties can experience a lot of damage because of the severe weather conditions and be left with a lot of green waste and debris to clean up. A lot of South Australians are unaware of how to stay safe and unprepared for … Continued

Whether you’re planning to relax on a long weekend or travel across the country for a few months, a caravan is the perfect way to get some much needed free time away from your home. To make your stay more enjoyable, you may be looking to restore your old caravan. If it’s your first time … Continued

Whether you have some spare potting mix laying around, or you simply want to refresh your old soil, you may be wondering how you can get rid of your soil. Instead of throwing out your potting mix and putting it in the incorrect place (like the green waste bin), the good news is there are … Continued

Whether you’re moving into a new home or you own a business, there’s no doubt you’ve accumulated large amounts of cardboard at some point. In most cases, you can simply flatten cardboard and place it into your home recycling bin. But, what should you do when you have large amounts of cardboard? The easiest option … Continued

Over the years, Australians have become accustomed to overspending during Christmas time. After all, many of us have a long shopping list of items like food, presents, wrapping paper, decorations and more. Instead of recycling leftover Christmas goods, people often throw them away into their general waste bins, which can end up in landfill. Wondering if … Continued

Construction waste makes up the majority of the materials taken to landfill. In fact, over 19 million tonnes of construction and demolition waste was disposed of in 2008 and 2009. When disposing of building materials like brick and concrete, there are a number of safety precautions and standard practices that must be taken into account. … Continued