11/08/2017
See what's new at Urban Virons
See what's new at UrbanVirons
Working with the City of Prospect on this project has been a pleasure. Doing what we do best, planting trees on a grand scale, has seen us work across 350 locations around the Prospect area. The crew have done a fantastic job in removing the old trees and planting new ones. But it doesn’t stop there...
02/06/2017
The French, Belgians & Italians are on the right track. What about Australia? There is much we can do here too.
Congratulations to the Port Adelaide Enfield City Council and the City of Charles Sturt Councils here in SA for their vision and leadership.
Did you know that they have environmentally friendly programs in place where saturated steam is used instead of herbicides, to treat w**ds around childrens' playgrounds and in a variety of community parks & gardens.
Here's a short video so you can see this in action. If you would like to see this environmentally friendly method of w**d control adopted in your area, well it is now possible. Time to spread the word! https://vimeo.com/199112863 http://www.organicw**dcontrol.com.au/saturated-steam-treatment/
French Senate Adopts Resolution to Ban Non-Agricultural Use of Pesticides in Europe - Sustainable Pulse
The French Senate has adopted the European resolution to ban non-agricultural pesticides across Europe, Senator Joël Labbé announced on Wednesday. Pestici
31/05/2017
Glyphosate now Banned!
France, Belgium & Italy have all banned the use of Glyphosate Herbicide in their parks & gardens, community areas, recreational areas, school and health facilities. They now join the Netherlands who have banned its use on hard surfaces since 2015.
Visionary Councils around Australia likewise, are now are starting to take note and show a willingness to implement pilot programs in their areas to gauge their communities support to do the same.
Why not talk to your Council about a trial in your area.?
Belgium Bans Glyphosate Herbicide Use for Non-Professionals - Sustainable Pulse
A wave of glyphosate bans are being introduced by member states in Europe while the issue of the chemical’s reauthorization at EU level drags on. Among the
31/05/2017
Another Council and their residents " steaming ahead"
Congratulations on the efforts made by W**d Steamers" and the vision shown by The City of Darebin towards herbicide reduction through- out their community.
They now join the City of Bayside, City of Yarra, City of Greater Dandenong, City of Boroondara in Victoria, and the City of Port Adelaide Enfield, and City of Charles Sturt in SA, with others showing interest.
The vision of herbicide reduction in high use areas like in our parks & gardens, community areas and our schools is gathering a head of steam!
Speak to your Council / school about a pilot program in your area and help us make a positive difference in your community.
Leon Whitehead
Director
Organic W**d Control
06/04/2017
Why is Organic W**d Control so good? Because we provide chemical free steam w**ding around school surrounds and playgrounds!
04/04/2017
Introducing Henry our new Organic W**d Control operator. Henry is an early riser getting to the school surrounds at 6:30am to beat the school drop off!
31/03/2017
Invitation to all councils in Adelaide! Why not try Organic W**d Control to treat w**ds around school surrounds. Contact us today for a FREE trial.
17/03/2017
We want to protect our environmental health that is why OWC is working on school surrounds and playgrounds in urban areas. Whats your favourite park/playground in Adelaide?
10/03/2017
At Organic W**d Control we want to see more greenery in urban areas.
Brisbane City Council have drawn a proposal for a building that will serve as a living tower of green on the city’s skyline. Quality sustainable designed residential living is necessary for the future of all Australian cities.
Be inspired! http://ow.ly/Obad309CeT8
Greening up the Skyline
A development application currently under consideration by Brisbane Council is proposing a tower building of “organic form with living greenery...
06/03/2017
Trees are just one way to preserve soil to increase organic matter and detract w**ds from growing. Permaculture design offers well-rounded information on how to maintain stable micro-climates for healthy gardens to enjoy. http://ow.ly/Kej4309CdxB