Liveability Guides

  • Growing Goji Berries

    Their sweet fruits, healthful qualities and capacity to grow in diverse climates make goji berries (vine and shrub varieties) a very exciting addition to Australian organic gardens. We have simple growing tips and information on the right species to buy and where to buy them.

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  • Choosing the Right Yoghurt

    Traditional yoghurt consists of whole milk and probiotic cultures – friendly bacteria that promote intestinal health by redressing the balance of good and bad bacteria. Check our Guide to Choosing the Right Yoghurt.

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  • How Much Laundry Powder?

    Our Liveability Mythbusting video series looks at common misconceptions about living more efficiently in your home. This video investigates a common assumption that more laundry powder means cleaner clothes.

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  • Comparing Hand Washing to Dishwashers

    Our Liveability Mythbusting video series looks at common misconceptions about living more efficiently in your home. This video investigates the debate between hand washing and a dishwasher. Which uses more water and energy?

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  • Creative Ways to Say “I Love You”

    The Liveability Team has selected five creative ways to say “I love you”; from heart-shaped food to funky cards and even personalised tea bags! They’re simple and fun to make.

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  • Healthier and Eco-friendly Flooring

    The most important factors with features of floor coverings are durability (including cleaning and maintenance requirements), health, resources and biodiversity impacts (on ecological systems and animals). Check out our Guide to Healthier and Eco-friendly Flooring.

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  • Paint Guide: Healthier and Eco-friendly

    Some paints can have a harmful effect on the human body and our environment, but now less harmful paints are being produced. Check out our guide to sourcing healthier paints for your home.

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  • Guide to Paper Symbols

    Find out about the symbols for renewable and recycled paper. Next time you’re buying paper for your home printer check the certification on the pack and match it to what matters to you.

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  • Check Your Fridge’s Efficiency

    This video shows you how to check if your fridge is working efficiently using a $5 note. Our Liveability How-To series of videos gives you simple tips to live more sustainably in your home.

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  • Phantom Load Increasing Your Bills?

    This video shows you how you can save money on your power bills by unplugging stand-by devices. Our Liveability How-To series of videos gives you simple tips to live more sustainably in your home.

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