Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Composting & Biodiversity Audit - Ripponlea Estate

COMPOSTING AT HOME
Here is the bin I bought from the eco centre, back home tucked under a tree so that it doesn't annoy anyone in the block. I couldn't get a pic of me and the bin so I put my thumb up instead! I will be collecting my food scraps and putting them in here from now on - not into landfill!
Thumbs up!


RIPPONLEA ESTATE

Last Friday I spent the afternoon walking through the lush gardens of the Ripponlea Estate, enjoying the scenery whilst completing the Biodiversity audit. I have to admit I think I bit off more than I could chew - counting the number of trees was impossible and the sheer size of the gardens made completing the audit quite difficult.

Take a look.....

Welcome
Entering the Estate
It's like stepping into another world. Great place to take your mind off being in the city.

The Estate.

I hope they have a ride-on mower!
Unfortunatley there aren't any signs to tell you the name of the plants.
I found some colour!
It was just me and the pond.
Such a beautiful spot.
Can you see the big fish?
There are steps up the windmill to a platform. Great view.
Largest fernery in the Southern Hemisphere I believe.
Amazing!
I would love to know what this plant is called.
There is potential here, but this vegie patch needs some TLC

View from the Estate stairs.
Too cold for a swim today that's for sure!
Time to pull up a seat! Gin and tonic please Waiter.

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