SEVEN PART TEST REQUIRED

I require a flora and fauna seven part test report for a project in Kellyville . Please contact Andrew Davies from Banksia Design Group 0414290057

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND BIOLOGY COME TOGETHER

Columbia University, the University of Maryland and the Smithsonian Institution have pooled their expertise to create the world’s first plant identification mobile app using visual search—Leafsnap. This electronic field guide allows users to identify tree species simply by taking a photograph of the tree’s leaves. In addition to the species name, Leafsnap provides  high-resolution

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MYRTLE RUST UPDATE

With the recent decision that it is not feasible to eradicate Myrtle rust from NSW, the focus of ongoing activities shifts to management. This will see major changes to the way Myrtle rust is dealt with in NSW, with industry and community playing the lead role in efforts to minimise the impact of the

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GreySmart: New website providing information about greywater use and management

New interactive website….www.greysmart.com.au

With more and more products being promoted as environmentally friendly, householders using greywater; water from their washing machines, showers and baths; on their gardens and lawns are seeking more information about the sustainability and safety of using this water source.  The newly launched website;www.greysmart.com.au provides a range of

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MYRTLE RUST – BIOSECURITY MEASURES

Myrtle Rust (uredo rangelii) is an exotic plant pest in Australia that affects plants in the Myrtaceae family. To date, Myrtle Rust has been found within the Central Coast region of NSW on: Agonis flexuosa (Willow Myrtle cv Afterdark and Burgundy), Callistemon viminalis (Bottle Brush), Leptospermum rotundifolium (Tea Tree), Syncarpia glomulifera (Turpentine), Syzygium leuhmanni x

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Climate Change Forum

Invitation to join with your local community, experts and stakeholders

“CLIMATE PROOFING OUR COMMUNITIES”

Date: Tuesday, 1st June 2010 Time: 9am – 4pm Venue: Wests Mayfield, Scenic room at: 32 Industrial Dr, Mayfield ‘Morning tea and lunch provided’

Thinking globally, acting locally. We’ve all heard about climate change and

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Unlandscaped 2010

Unlandscaped, the Landscape Architecture Australia prize for unrealized landscapes, seeks thought-provoking responses to contemporary issues.

The prize promotes ideas and debate about landscape architecture by rewarding challenging new work.

The annual program is open to landscape architects, graduates, students and other built environment professionals who are invited to enter their unrealized projects,

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3rd International Urban Design Conference

The 3rd International Urban Design Conference is being held from 30th August to 1 September 2010 at the National Convention Centre, Canberra.

“Designs On Our Future” will be the theme in 2010. Australia’s population is projected to increase by 60 per cent in the next 40 years, what impact will this have on our

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Barangaroo Progress Report

On 9 November, two proponents, Brookfield Multiplex and Lend Lease, lodged Final Phase bids for the right to develop Stage One. This progress report contains an article about the process for the assessment and evaluation of those bids. You will also find an update on Barangaroo’s sustainability objectives, the Foreshore Walk, Headland Park  and

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HEALTHY PARKS HEALTHY PEOPLE

11-16 April 2009, Melbourne Convention and Exhibiton Centre

Join one thousand delegates at the inaugural International Healthy Parks Healthy People Congress 2010.

The Inaugural International Healthy Parks Healthy People Congress will explore how nature significantly contributes to our wellbeing and broader societal benefits. It is expected to attract over 1000 delegates from Australia and

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