Non stick cookware – a cautionary tale

September 29, 2011 by admin  
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* INTRODUCTORY OFFER * 25% OFF NEOFLAM NON STICK COOKWARE *

You must use the Voucher code NEOFLAM25 at checkout, or, mention this offer in-store.

Offer ends midnight Monday, 3October 2011

A cautionary tale

So far this story has followed a plot-line similar to that of so many human-created chemicals.  Invented by accident, its benefits are found to make life easier or more enjoyable for

Water filter bottle – no more excuses!

September 14, 2011 by admin  
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Confession! I do sometimes still grab water in a disposable bottle because it generally tastes so much better than what comes out of my tap at home or a public fountain. Some places may have better tasting tap water, but Brisbane seems to be heavy on the chlorine (although see the addedum below on LifeStraw and why we shouldn’t complain!).

Usually, I do fill up my reusable water bottle from our

Shout Dad an Aussie organic beer

August 13, 2011 by admin  
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While at the Organic Expo in Sydney recently we were very happy to taste some of Australia’s fine organic wines and even a beer!
We were particularly excited about the Burragumbilli Certified Organic Lager and thought it would be a great treat for Dad on Father’s Day…without the hangover!

A boutique beer brewed in New South Wales, Burragumbilli is growing in popularity and reputation as a

Women, wildflowers and hope

July 23, 2011 by admin  
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One of my favourite moments in the Biome store today was sharing with our customers an appreciation of these beautiful and intriguing cards and the women who made them.
Handmade by women whose homes in El Salvador’s highland cloud forest were destroyed by a devastating earthquake and mudslides, these greeting cards represent a woman’s hope for the future.

Look closely as you may not realise

Mr Harvey, can’t you use your media power for good?

July 15, 2011 by admin  
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Photo from Greenpeace Australia Pacfic website
There is no doubt that Gerry Harvey is a very influential person in Australia due to the media air time that he commands – whether it be paid advertising, or as we saw when he spoke out against offshore online shopping, free editorial.

He recently gained so much free media time on the TV, radio and in print, trying to make the Government introduce

BPA Free news

July 6, 2011 by admin  
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Pictured here: LifeFactory glass bottles with silicone covers

As reported on Channel 10 news tonight, 5 July 2011

Channel Ten news tonight aired an informative story on the dangers of BPA and how to avoid BPA.   Read more about our Biome store and the choices featured in the Channel 10 news story.  Founder of Biome Eco Stores, Tracey Bailey, spoke in the news piece.  Link to the Channel Ten

Who’s feeling crafty?

June 23, 2011 by admin  
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Dark, chilly and blustery nights mean lots more time spent indoors focussed on the art of “gentle pursuits” like listening to music, cooking, reading, painting, knitting or your favourite craft.

Biome has gathered some special ingredients and equipment for knitting and crafting.

Organic, Australian-grown, non-mulesing wool
** 25% OFF this week **
Organic wool growers must not use any

Ideas for Easter

April 8, 2011 by admin  
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Painting Easter Eggs with Natural Paints
GLOB arts and crafts paints are made from fruits, vegetables, flowers and spices with natural food-grade ingredients – like Berry Blue, Pomegranate, Basil Green and Plum Purple. They even smell fresh & fruity!
Art pigments (colors) are commonly made from petrochemicals and ingredients are rarely listed on the packaging.  Arts and crafts paints often

Natural repellent – where did they do?

March 24, 2011 by admin  
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Have been looking for your favourite natural mosquito repellent but can’t find it on the shelf anymore?

All manufacturers of products making claims about their “mosquito repellent” properties have been targeted by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medecines Authority (APVMA).

As a result some natural repellants have been re-labelled without reference to their repellent properties or

Thermos :: 25% off sale

March 9, 2011 by admin  
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The weather is cooling down (in Australia at least!) – so think about warming up with a reusable thermos insulated bottle, cup or container.   For a limited time, they are all 25% off at Biome online and instore (Biome Paddington and Biome City stores - only when you mention this offer).
Biome has the best quality choices – food grade stainless steel, double wall insulation, manufacturer

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