Recent articles by Simon Webster
![The world according to permaculture The world according to permaculture](https://www.organicgardener.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/permie_global_grab-500x286.jpg)
The world according to permaculture
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Permaculture inspiration from around the world is available online, writes SIMON WEBSTER.
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Sustainable House Day
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Here’s a chance to visit an eco-friendly home near you, SIMON WEBSTER reports.
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Pesticide residues in wines
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In the Nov/Dec 2013 issue of Organic Gardener, there is an article by SIMON WEBSTER on organic wine which pointed to more information on wine pesticide residues. Here it is:
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Talking green business
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Do capitalism and sustainability go together? David Suzuki may have the answer, SIMON WEBSTER reports.
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Make your own compost tea brewer
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SIMON WEBSTER follows step-by-step plans to build his own brewer.
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How to make compost tea
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In the March/April 2012 issue of Organic Gardener magazine, SIMON WEBSTER investigates how to make a successful brew of compost tea: the essence of organic farming and gardening. Plus he provides a step-by-step guide to building your own brewer.
![Book Review: Down-to-Earth Garden Design Down to Earth Garden Design by Phil Dudman](https://www.organicgardener.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Down to Earth Garden design copy-500x500.jpeg)
Book Review: Down-to-Earth Garden Design
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SIMON WEBSTER reviews Phil Dudman’s guide to garden design.
![When should I replace my rooster? When should I replace my rooster?](https://www.organicgardener.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/CHOOKS-173 copy 2-500x500.jpg)
When should I replace my rooster?
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Roosters can only perform at peak levels for so long, SIMON WEBSTER reports.
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Chickens in nappies
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At last, you can invite chooks into the house without worrying about the carpet (well, apart from the scratching), SIMON WEBSTER reports.
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Chicken breeds on show
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The best of more than 100 chook breeds are going on display in Melbourne, SIMON WEBSTER reports.
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Happy as a chook out of mud
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It’s important to make your chicken shed waterproof, SIMON WEBSTER reports.
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Fruit flies buzzing on organic diet
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Fruit flies fed organic food are healthier than those fed more conventional food.