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It's important for us Australians, who are already blessed with great climate for agriculture, should keep it in our minds to buy fruit and veggies when they're in season. Not only do they tend to be cheaper because of reduced transport and refrigeration costs, but buying in season means your produce is fresh, local and better for the environment. So just what should you buy and when?

Making the decision to ride is a big one and one that takes a lot of personal commitment - but it doesn't have to an overwhelming financial burden. In fact, a solid investment of a few hundred bucks can save you lots of dollars at the pump.

If you're planning for green baby, you have probably dedicated an entire shelf with parenting books or your coffee table will be littered with riveting titles such as "Possum Magic" or "Baby Mozart". While you get down to do a little reading, consider adding these green titles to your collection.

While people are going eco in their own lives and reducing their environmental impact, many are also looking at their pets and wondering about the ecological paw print they can leave. This month's issue of Cat Fancy brings the issue to light for cat ownersn. "Many of us look for ways to live a more natural, eco-friendly lifestyle, so I think it's an important topic to consider for our cats, as well," said Cat Fancy Editor Susan Logan.

Wine making and appreciation has been described as an artform. Today, "green" drops are regularly available in most bottle shops and cellars. More and more vineyards are adapting sustainable practices in their wine making, harking back to the traditional wine making principles.

Water water everywhere - your home uses hundreds of litres of water a day. Needless to say, water conservation, especially in Australia, is essential to ensure the health of our arid landscape. Even if you live in an eco friendly home, you'd be amazed at just how much water you use in a day. With all these daily household activities taking their toll on our water use, it's important we all get water wise in your green home.