Interesting Article | Greenery boosts mental health

It is well known that green space can lead to improved mental health. Recent research highlighted by The Guardian found that these effects can also last up to three years.  Here at the 202020 Vision we have a number of amazing projects which contribute to increased well-being. Calvary Hospital in Canberra have realised the healing benefits of

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Interesting Article | Get active as part of Parks Week

Research shows being active outdoors is better for you than exercising indoors. Active in Parks, sponsored by the Medibank Community Fund, is a program facilitating activities in parks and open spaces for individuals and community groups.  The program also offers support for those who may need help to get out into a park. Many of the participants have

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Interesting Article | Heat Benefits of Green Roofs

The winter months are often associated with an increase in heating costs and purchase of big woolly jumpers.  Green roofs are fast becoming a cost-effective alternative to typical winter insulation. According to Victoria’s Growing Green Guide (a collaborative project by The University of Melbourne, The Inner Melbourne Action Plan and a number of industry experts) green roofs

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Interesting Article | 10 reasons to love your lawn

  10 Reasons To Love Your Lawn | (BPT) – As summer approaches and your thoughts turn to home improvement and the outdoors, you’re probably considering a variety of ways to make your home more comfortable, more attractive and more environmentally sustainable – while hopefully increasing its value as well. One feature that can achieve all these goals is

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Interesting Article | Green spaces can combat urban heat stress

With 2013 as the hottest year on record, and the mercury continuing to climb to record highs, there are urgent calls for increased green space in urban areas to mitigate the impact of heatwaves. The Age spoke to 202020 Vision advocate and sustainable urban development expert Professor Steffen Lehmann this week. He says ”we have

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Autumn Lawn Care

Like Spring, Autumn is a very important time of the year for your lawn. This is the time when you need to get your lawn ready to battle the elements of winter to minimise the effects of the cooler months.   Fertilising Although the days are certainly cooler, there is still enough warmth in your

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Summer Lawn Care Tips – Bring Home the Ashes to your backyard this Christmas

Trying to get the Family backyard “cricket oval” ready for the Family Boxing Day Cricket match? Here are some handy Summer Lawn Care Tips for a hassle free lawn: • With hot dry temperatures around less frequent, deeper waterings are recommended, this will encourage strong root growth. • Give your Lawn Mower a Tune-Up. Chances

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