Welcome to the July issue of Groundwork.
You pronounce it like "currant with a d"; the humble currant
has come in handy over the years when assisting folk with the pronunciation of
my surname. According to new research it is also a little battler against
stress; see the article below.
Ecological design or sustainable design principals are
becoming main stream as the demand on future natural resources needs to be
managed. So what can we do to really be
clean and green in New Zealand? In this
issue we highlight two businesses that provide long term eco-design solutions
for their clients.
I have decided to continue with selections of my favorite YouTube
clips; you can eat as many berries as you like but in my book, laughter is still
the best medicine. So this month we have a real doosey!
Congratulations to all award winners at the Nursery and
Garden Industry marketing awards last night.
Please comment on the articles on our site and if you have any
questions please email or send a message.
Regards
Tim ("currant with a d")
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NZ Garden Industry Celebrates Standards of Excellence
Last night, the imposing gothic-style Great Hall at the Christchurch
Arts Centre set a fitting scene for the Nursery and Garden Industry's
prestigious annual Awards dinner.
Read full article and results >>
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ECO-Friendly Landscapes By Angelique Lambermon
It's hard to believe that many backyard gardens and landscapes can have a negative impact on the environment.However, ECO-Friendly gardens and landscapes can reduce these potentially harmful elements and ensure the health and sustainability of people and their gardens can be maintained for generations to come.
 
Read this article >>
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Aoraki's Eco-Building Course Has Given Hastings Designer The Edge
Why build a wall to act as a windbreak when you can use natural contours of the land to achieve the same effect?
Why erect concrete barriers to sunlight when shade can be achieved by
planting deciduous trees which maximise shade in the summer and let
light through in the darker winter months?
Read full article >>
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Editors Pick - Middle aged DJ Loves his job
Here is my latest favorite funny clip - There is hope for us yet - View here >>
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Black Currants could relieve stress
From champion sharpshooters to share-broking gurus, computer gamers to
global athletes, the Blackcurrant is poised to be the beautiful berry! Read full Article >>
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Digger Dan's Monthly Garden Tips
The Veggie Garden including winter herb checklist
fruit trees and the rest of the garden - read this article here
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Pesticides need modern assessment
The New Zealand Food Safety Authority and the Environmental Risk
Management Authority need to adopt the European Union method of
assessing chemicals used on food the Green Party said today.
Read full article >>
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