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CHEMICAL FREE HOME RENOVATION
ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION GROUPS
HOUSEHOLD CLEANING PRODUCTS
MAGAZINES / PUBLICATIONS
ORGANIC FOOD & FARMING
PERMACULTURE
RECYCLED BABY & CHILDREN'S CLOTHING
BIODYNAMIC COTTON UNDERWEAR



BIODYNAMIC COTTON UNDERWEAR


Blessed Earth - Rai Handiman
www.blessedearth.com.au
P.O. Box 550
WARBURTON 3799
1300 732 933
Email: info@blessedearth.com.au
 
NPM Professional Member
Bio-Dynamic cotton underwear for women, men and children. B-D cotton bras, socks, sheets etc coming soon. B-D cotton baby wear. Blessed earth also offer a 10% discount on any purchase for NPM members - just quote Natural Parenting melbourne on your mail or online order form.



CHEMICAL FREE HOME RENOVATION

EnviroFamily
Amber Summerfield & Cam Tudor
OLINDA
03 9751 0074
0422 960 753
envirofamily@yahoo.com.au
 
NPM Professional Member
Enviro Family aims to provide ethical product choices for families wishing to participate in and contribute to a sustainable lifestyle.  The product range of Enviro Family reflects the importance of respecting the health and happiness of our children and the communities we live in.  The ever expanding range includes baby carriers, baby hammocks, Weenies nappy systems, Bio Paint, wooden toys, natural parenting literature, Vera lavender products, organic teas etc.


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ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION GROUPS

Australian Conservation Foundation
www.acfonline.org.au
ACF is a non-profit, membership-based environment group. We take a solution-oriented approach to environmental issues, and seek to form partnerships with community groups, governments and business to achieve ecologically sustainable outcomes. Our work includes natural heritage protection, water resource management and global warming, endangered species, uranium mining and sustainable cities. We lobby governments and work to raise the level of awareness of environmental issues within Australia.

MELBOURNE - Head Office
Floor 1, 60 Leicester St, Carlton, Vic 3053
(03) 9345 1111
(03) 9345 1166




Friends of the Earth Australia
www.foe.org.au
Friends of the Earth (FoE) is a federation of autonomous local groups who are working towards an environmentally sustainable and socially equitable future. FoE Australia functions both through the activities of its local groups, and on the national level through appointed spokespeople, campaigns and projects, the national magazine - Chain Reaction, and the work of the national liaison officers. Through a combination of research, community outreach, direct action, lobbying and offering positive business alternatives, FoE seeks to work in alliances with other like minded groups and individuals to achieve the necessary social change which will allow for environmental protection with full protection for the rights of all people. FoE is a membership-based organisation. Individuals join FoE by joining a local FoE group.

Friends of the Earth Melbourne
www.melbourne.foe.org.au
Ph: (03) 9419 8700
Fax: (03) 9416 2081
Email: office@melbourne.foe.org.au
312 Smith Street Collingwood
(PO Box 222 Fitzroy VIC 3065)



Greenpeace Australia Pacific
www.greenpeace.org.au
Greenpeace is an independent organisation campaigning to ensure a just, peaceful, sustainable environment for future generations. Our mission and core values are based on independence, non-violence and bearing witness. Behind the scenes, we campaign on many levels. We use non-violent, direct actions to expose global environmental problems and force solutions.

Level 4
35-39 Liverpool St
Sydney 2000
NSW Australia
(02) 9261 4666
Email: greenpeace@au.greenpeace.org

To join a local group email: localgroups@au.greenpeace.org




Sustainable Living Foundation
www.slf.org.au

The Sustainable Living Foundation (SLF) is a community based not-for-profit organisation committed to promoting, celebrating and practicing the principles of sustainable living. SLF brings together values, expertise and resources to inform and inspire the wider community about sustainable living.

Every February, the SLF plays host the Sustainable Living Festival at Federation Square, Melbourne. The Sustainable Living Festival is a celebration and showcase of leading examples of sustainable living in Australia, drawing together a wide variety of displays, exhibits, artworks, performances and demonstrations to inspire a sustainable culture.

2nd Level, 332 Albert Street
East Melbourne, Victoria, 3002
Australia

(03) 9412 7888
Email: info@slf.org.au


The Wilderness Society
www.wilderness.org.au
The Wilderness Society (TWS) is Australia's largest national, community-based, conservation organisation working solely for the protection of Australia's wilderness and other high conservation value areas; and through this our unique ecosystems, plants and animals. Our mission is to protect, promote and restore wilderness and natural processes across Australia for the survival and ongoing evolution of life on Earth.

National Office Contacts:
GPO Box 716
Hobart, Tas, 7001
Phone: (03) 6270 1701
Email:  info@wilderness.org.au

Victoria Contacts:
Office: Ross House, 247 Flinders Lane,
Melbourne, Vic, 3000
Phone:  (03) 9639 5455
Email:  melbourne@wilderness.org.au


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HOUSEHOLD CLEANING PRODUCTS (Eco-Friendly)


Rosy's Garden
Lucinda Flynn
03 9718 0125
Email: rosysgarden@iprimus.com.au

NPM Professional Member
Rosy’s Garden is a Hurstbridge based home business selling earth friendly products for home and family, including:

•    Cloth & hemp menstrual pads & breastfeeding pads
•    ‘Tri Nature’ environmentally friendly laundry, cleaning & personal use products
•    Nappies, covers & accessories (Cloth, hemp & compostable disposable nappies, Pouch pants, PUL and wool covers, Baby wipes (flushable) and Biodegradable nappy liners & bags) and‘Earth Garden’ books.

And Coming soon: Fertility and Pregnancy jewellery; Tummy warmers for pregnancy and breastfeeding.







Tri-Nature
(Victorian Leader)
www.trinature.com
Vicki Williams-Strong
03 9568 5569
0418 368 996
Carnegie/Caulfield
Email: strongwill@optusnet.com.au

 
NPM Professional Member
Tri-Nature Household Cleaning products include only safe, natural ingredients from renewable resources. During manufacturing of these fantastic products, no animal by-products or testing is used. Driven by customer demand, Tri-Nature offers a range of products to encompass kitchen, cleaning, laundry, skin, baby, car and personal care. Offering Melbourne and Australia-wide delivery. Please call Vicki for details of your local Tri-Nature distributor.



Enjo
www.enjo.com.au
ENJO is a direct selling company that offers customers an alternative to cleaning with chemicals, by using ENJO Fibre Gloves and Cloths with water only. Changing the way you clean by using ENJO can reduce the use of chemical cleaners in the home by up to 90%. Together with our Independent ENJO Consultants and customers, we will reduce the use of chemicals used for cleaning, so that we can enhance people’s lifestyle and safeguard the environment for present and future generations.

To find your nearest Enjo consultant:
FREECALL 1800 648 334



Natural Instinct
www.naturalinstinct.com.au
BAYSWATER
03 9761-6995


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MAGAZINES / PUBLICATIONS

Earth Garden Magazine
www.earthgarden.com.au
Australia's original journal of sustainable living and alternatives. It's about putting a roof over your head, growing your own food organically, aiming for appropriate, renewable home energy systems and surviving - and thriving - in the city or the bush, with the inner changes that follow when you are in harmony with Nature.


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ORGANIC FOOD & FARMING

Biological Farmers of Australia
www.bfa.com.au
The BFA is Australia’s largest representative organic body. The BFA actively works to influence standards development, represent your views at government level, and support the growth of the Australian organic market. It provides assistance in market intelligence, exporting requirements, and development of contacts and networks. The BFA continues to increase consumer awareness of organic food and supports growth of local food economies. As the market develops further, we will remain active in lobbying for support for organic producers and in maintaining high standards across Australia. The BFA operates for the benefit of its members, as a not-for-profit organisation.

Website contains a detailed list of outlets and suppliers which sell certified organic produce. Follow the "Where to Buy Organics" link to find your local certified organic produce supplier.

Head Office
PO Box 530 - L1/766 Gympie Rd
CHERMSIDE  QLD 4032
(07) 3350 5716  
Email: info@bfa.com.au



National Association for Sustainable Agriculture Australia
www.nasaa.com.au
Formed in 1986, NASAA (The National Association for Sustainable Agriculture Australia Limited), along with its subsidiary NCO (NASAA Certified Organic Pty Ltd), is Australia's leading Organic Certifier. Considered the most professional and efficient Organic Certifier in Australia and the Asia Pacific region, NASAA currently certifies approximately 900 producers, processors and retailers, and over 7 million hectares in Australia and approximately 7000 operators and cooperative based farmers in the Australasia-Pacific region.

Website contains detailed list of NASAA - ORGAA Certified Retailers and Restaurants across Australia.

NASAA
PO Box 768
Stirling SA 5152 Australia
(08) 8370 8455
Email: enquiries@nasaa.com.au



The Organic Federation of Australia
www.ofa.org.au
As Australia's peak organic body, the Organic Federation of Australia (OFA) represents and promotes the Australian certified organic Industry to all relevant bodies including governments, statutory authorities, public bodies, international organisations, lobby groups, the agricultural industry, the media and consumers. The OFA is establishing a "one-stop shop" for all relevant organic inquiries and media data, as well as facilitatating research and development of the organic industry and developing mechanisms to capture the results of relevant research, both in Australia and internationally, and disseminating this information to the Australian certified organic industry. By fostering an Australian organic industry that is committed to best practice in relation to the environment, sustainability, community and human resources, the OFA is is putting Australian organics first.

Organic Federation of Australia
Suite 502 "Park Place"
3 Waverley Street
Bondi Junction
NSW 2022
(02) 9340 7808
Email: info@ofa.org.au



The Green Line
www.greenlinedelivery.com.au
03 9460 3999


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PERMACULTURE

Permaculture is a practical concept applicable from the balcony to the farm, from the city to the wilderness. It enables people to establish productive environments providing for food, energy, shelter, material and non material needs, as well as the social and economic infrastructure that supports them.

The ethical basis of Permaculture is


CARE OF THE EARTH: Provision for all life systems to continue and multiply.
CARE OF PEOPLE: Provision for people to access those resources necessary to their existence.
SETTING LIMITS TO POPULATION AND CONSUMPTION: By governing our own needs, we can set resources aside to further the above principles.

Permaculture means thinking carefully about our environment, our use of resources and how we supply our needs. It aims to create systems that will sustain not only for the present, but for future generations.




Permaculture Melbourne
http://home.vicnet.net.au/~pcmelb/index.html
Is a member based non-profit association. Coming under the umbrella of Permaculture Melbourne, there are a number of local and special interest groups including the Seedy Group, Education Group and the Heritage Fruit Group. Local groups include Mountain Districts, Eastern Suburbs, North East Ranges and Yarra Valley.

Permaculture Melbourne Inc.
Augustine Centre
2 Minona Street Hawthorn
PO Box 3079
Auburn Vic 3123
03 9819 5081

Email: pcmelb@vicnet.net.au



Southern Cross Permaculture
www.southerncrosspermaculture.com.au
Based on their 10 acre permaculture property in Leongatha South, Victoria, Rick and Naomi Coleman offer permaculture education and design solutions. Volunteers and Willing Workers on Organic Farms (WWOOFers) are warmly welcomed in their home.

7710 Bass Hwy
Leongatha South, 3953
Victoria, AUSTRALIA
(03) 5664 3301
Email: scpi@tpg.com.au


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RECYCLED BABY & CHILDREN'S GOODS


ABC Bitz for Kids
www.bitzforkidz.com.au

Hire near new baby equipment or purchase from our extensive range of preloved items. Fantastic range of quality products.
278 Canterbury Road
SURRY HILLS
03 9830 7222
Baby Second Haven
262 Dorset Road
BORONIA
03 9761 2366

110-116 Walker St
DANDENONG
03 9762 2366

Bearly Used Children's Clothing
51A Main Rd Monbulk VIC 3793
ph: (03) 9752 0140  Recycled Clothing
Bouncing Back
Personalised Service. Preloved, Recycled and Factory 2nd Baby and Children's Clothing.
2a Mills St,
HAMPTON
03 9521 0892
Hand Me Down - Quality Kids Recycle
Huge Range of 2nd Hand Baby and Children's Clothing and Goods. New stock arriving daily. Offering trade ins on preloved goods.
383 Forest Rd
THE BASIN
03 9761 2855
handmedown01@aol.com
Hire For Babe
www.hireforbabe.com.au
Head Office - Warranwood, VIC
03 9879 9992
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Kaz 'N' Kidz
192 Bayswater Rd Bayswater VIC 3153
03 9723 8044
Kids Merry Go Round
132 Canterbury Rd Heathmont VIC 3135
03 9720 6900 
Kids Rule Recycle
688 Mountain Highway,
BAYSWATER
03 9720 4409
Kids Stuff
Recycled and 2nd Hand Shop for Kids.
305 Auburn Rd
HAWTHORN EAST
03 9813 1016
Kids Weecycle Warehouse
3 Colin Ave
WARRANDYTE
03 9844 3484
Little Monsters Baby Shop
New, Factory Seconds and 2nd Hand Goods
32 Market Street
WEST FOOTSCRAY
03 9689 1672
Piccaninny Recycle Goods
Shop 3, 1543 - 1545 Burwood Highway
TECOMA
03 9754 1023
Pip Squeakz Recycle
Huge Premises full of New and Quality Preloved Goods
Sell your goods on consignment
8 - 10 York Street
MT EVELYN
03 9736 2211
Savers Australia Inc.
16- 22 Playne St Frankston
03 9783 1711 

108-114 Main St Greensborough
03 9432 4899 


210 Lonsdale St Dandenong
03 9791 5933 

33 Albert St Footscray
03 9689 6811 

330 Sydney Rd Brunswick
03 9381 2393 
Second Childhood
44 Glenferrie Rd Malvern
03 9509 6898 


The Baby Place
21 McKeon Rd Mitcham
03 9873 8553


Tomorrow's Child
1826 Malvern Rd Malvern East
03 9885 7623 

 
Twinkle Tots
www.twinkletots.com.au
Victoria's Largest Factory 2nd's Outlet
New, Samples and Preloved Goods in Excellent Condition
245 High Street
NORTHCOTE
03 9482 2687



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