Introduction
Useful Contacts
Neighbours
Property Planning
Cultural Heritage
Water
Weeds
Waste Management
Bushfires
Vegetation
Water Flow
Wildlife
Livestock & Pets
Gardening
Pests
Fencing
Saving Energy
Soil
Legal Issues
Other Useful Stuff

Key Resources


Reference Name:
Woodsmoke (April 2003)
Agency:
 New South Wales Environmental Protection Authority (within DECC)
Contact Details:
 PO Box A290, Sydney South, NSW, 1232
1300 361 967
info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Comment:

A brief guide on how to use your woodheater to maximise the heat obtained from your wood and reduce woodsmoke pollution.
 
Download:
 

Woodsmoke
Website:

http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/
woodsmoke/index.htm

 
Reference Name:
The Label - The Key
Agency:
 Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority
Contact Details:
 PO Box E240, Kingston, ACT, 2604
02 6210 4700
communications@apvma.gov.au
Comment:

Provides explanation of the key label parts for safe chemical use.
 
Download:
 

The Label - The Key

Website:

http://www.apvma.gov.au

 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
- Being a Good Neighbour
- Managing Waste - Reducing, Re-using and Recycling
- Managing Livestock and Pets
- What about “Pests”?
- Local Rural Supplier
-  Hunter-Central Rivers Catchment Management Authority
-  NSW Department of Environment and Climate Change
 
 
Reference Name:
15 Minute Farm Safety Check (Sept 2003)
Agency:
 WorkCover NSW
Contact Details:
 Locked Bag 2906, Lisarow, NSW, 2252
131 050
www.workcover.nsw.gov.au
Comment:

While this Checklist has been developed for a commercial farm, it is an easy way to get started on the process of identifying the potential hazards in a rural environment, and ensuring that your family and visitors to your property are aware of any safety issues.
 
Download:

15 Minute Farm Safety Check
   

 
Reference Name:
All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety Checklist
Agency:
 WorkCover
Contact Details:
 Locked Bag 2906, Lisarow, NSW, 2252
131 050
www.workcover.nsw.gov.au
Comment:

A quick checklist to ensure you have identified and eliminated all hazards before you use your ATV.
 
Download:

All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety Checklist
   

 

 

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