Swap cops a spray in nozzles shemozzle

GARDEN centres around Melbourne are accusing the state government of stinginess, after they ran out of water-saving nozzles in the first hours of a new nozzle exchange program.

BACKYARDS AND URBAN SPRAWL

PAUL Mees (Comment, 23/11) provides logical thinking about Melbourne residential densities, transport systems and trees. Single-dwelling lots take far too much blame for our transport congestion and overpopulation problems, when they actually offer many positives socially, health-wise and environmentally.

Hardware wars are coming to a big box near you

Wesfarmers must move quickly to counter a challenge to Bunnings.

Heritage homes hammered

FOUR out of five homes with heritage significance in Sydney's upper north shore villages face demolition under a draft plan for the area.

Garden Style - This Week: June Calender

The good gardener maps out a sound plan for the month ahead, says Jim Fogarty.

Let It Grow

There is always plenty to do in the garden and it is easy to forget what to do at the appropriate time of year. Columnist SEAN OBRIEN provides five monthly tips to keep your garden looking its best.

Garden Style

Jim Fogarty rounds up the latest plant and product releases for summer.

Garden Style

Jim Fogarty rounds up 10 of the best new finds in al fresco living.

Garden Style

Landscaper Jim Fogarty transforms a tight spot into an oasis for romping kids.

Day To Make A Difference

With a slightly different approach to what you do in the garden, you can really do the planet a favour, writes DENISE EVERTON With people becoming more aware of the environment, there is concern that we aren't doing enough to save the planet.

Garden Style - This Week: Eco Water Features

Good ripple effects can be had for just two buckets of water. Landscaper Jim Fogarty rounds up some of the best water features.

Smart Shopper

ALWAYS running out of fresh herbs? The My Favourite Herb Packs may be the answer. The packs include a range of herbs and you just pick what you need. The packs, priced from $14 to $17, are available at garden centres.