Major projects to stimulate regionThree large-scale construction projects to stimulate the region are set to be unveiled later this month in councils 2009/10 budget. A new art gallery, learning centre and library in the Caboolture CBD; streetscaping of Redcliffe seaside shopping village and the investigation of a multi-storey commercial development at Strathpine are among the major capital works to be announced in the budget. The projects are part of a council-driven stimulus package designed to improve and grow the Moreton Bay region. Besides improving the visual appeal of precincts, major capital works help build business confidence

and encourage employment opportunities. The new art gallery, learning centre and library proposed for the Caboolture CBD will include state-of-the-art technology and features to create a modern, attractive community facility. It will be an important community resource, a visitor attraction and create a thriving cultural hub within the Caboolture CBD.

The streetscaping of Redcliffe seaside shopping village will breathe new life into the historical heart of the peninsula. The project will improve the visual appeal of this coastal strip, address vehicle and pedestrian access issues, boost parking opportunities and provide a catalyst for urban renewal. Strathpines public transport infrastructure makes it ideal

for a thriving commercial precinct. The construction of a multi-storey commercial building in Strathpine will help attract additional business activities to this economic hub and encourage urban renewal and improvements. Council is proud that the three projects are scheduled for inclusion in its first consolidated budget for the Moreton Bay region.

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Rates to be issued quarterlyFrom 1 July 2009, rates payments across the entire Moreton Bay region will become easier to pay and more equitable for thousands of ratepayers.In response to community calls for easier to manage rates payments, all Moreton Bay Regional Council rates notices will now be issued quarterly in July, October, January and April. The move brings all Moreton Bay region ratepayers under the one system. The new arrangement is part of councils ongoing commitment to deliver a fairer, more equitable rating system for all ratepayers. Quarterly rating will provide greater convenience and financial flexibility for thousands of ratepayers across the region. Council is required under legislation to introduce a common rating cycle by 1 July 2012 but has worked hard to deliver it as part of its first consolidated budget. And to make rates payments more equitable across the region, rates payment discounts will no longer apply. Besides assisting household budgeting, extending quarterly rating to all ratepayers is yet another milestone in our amalgamation journey and addresses a key difference between the three districts.

Making one council workSince March 2008 Moreton Bay Regional Council has been working hard to turn our three former local governments into one council. Work has started on consolidating services, local laws and more than 3,500 fees and charges across the Moreton Bay region. Creating one council for all residents and ratepayers is a huge task, but is crucial to the provision of fair and equitable

services. To date, several key areas dog registrations, library services, waste charges and more recently the councils community grants program have been aligned. Creating parity across our community will be an ongoing task. However, council is expecting significant progress to be made during the coming financial year once its first consolidated budget is adopted later this month.

Cat registrationFrom next month new State Government laws will require cats to be registered with council.The new laws are aimed at reducing the numbers of cats that go missing or end up at animal shelters. Some council rules already exist to help keep cats safe at home. Under councils local laws, cat owners are required to keep their animals confined to their property at all times. A proper enclosure prevents pets from wandering or escaping and will help keep them safe from traffic, other animals and disease. Moreton Bay region residents are allowed to keep up to two cats per household, unless they are on a rural residential block in Caboolture district where up to four cats may be kept. Households with more cats need to have council permits. The latest information on cat registration, discounted offers on desexing and microchipping, and other cat issues is available from councils website at www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au

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Ride through our pastCyclists can experience bygone times at a new bikeway through historically and culturally significant land at Rothwell.

Council has completed the construction of a 460 metre bikeway through bushland between Glanville Street and Saltwater Drive. The bikeway passes through areas of Indigenous and historical significance and features informative signage. A timber viewing platform has been installed near the site of the first wallum soil dam in the region, which was constructed using horse-drawn earth scoops by George Morris in 1948. The Morris family farm was recognised as the most modern in Queensland at the time. The bikeway also curves around Indigenous shell or kitchen middens. These provide important archaeological indicators

about the way Aboriginal people lived. Expert advice was sought throughout the process to ensure the bikeway did not have an adverse impact on the culturally significant areas. Council thanks the Morris family descendants, particularly Paul Morris, for assisting with the project. The bikeway is just one of a number of projects under construction or design in the Moreton Bay region as part of the Cycle Network Program. Councils current bikeway projects include the construction of a boardwalk for cyclists over Bells Crossing, Joyner and the design of a cycleway bridge across the Caboolture River.

Sport complex plans in playPlans for a massive regional sports and recreation hub at Brendale are in play, with council to complete master planning for the expansion of the South Pine Sports Complex by June next year.Work has commenced on the master plan, which will include development of the detailed layout for the 72 hectare complex located off Cribb Road. Council acquired additional land reserves on the eastern and western sides of the existing sports facility, with the intention of more than doubling its size to cater for the predicted growth in demand for sporting and leisure facilities. Public consultation is a key part of the master plan process and council will continue to engage with sports clubs and other user groups to ensure they have input. The master plan will investigate options to expand the existing on-site facilities which currently include indoor sports buildings and club houses, netball courts as well as fields for soccer, rugby union, rugby league, cricket, AFL and hockey. In addition to sports organisations, a wide variety of groups use the existing facilities on site ranging from model aircraft and remote control car racing clubs and dog agility groups.

Council takes on bigger environmental roleCouncil will become more actively involved in resolving environmental nuisances relating to commercial businesses such as noise, fumes and smoke emissions.Previously the Environmental Protection Agency was the main contact for all commercially related nuisances, however, changes to the Environmental Protection Act 1994 mean that local government will now handle such matters. Commercial businesses wanting to learn more about how the legislative changes will affect them should visit www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au

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events calendarFor more information email: petsmart@moretonbay.qld.gov.au

Caboolture Historical VillageBeerburrum Rd, Caboolture Open daily 9.30am to 3.30pm Cost Adults $10, pensioners $8, Children aged 5 to 12 $2, under 5 free. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Phone 5495 4581 or visit www.historicalvillage.com.au

3 June to 4 July

Better Business Breakfast

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Pine Rivers Chaplaincy Support Breakfast

North Lakes Golf Club, corner Bridgeport and Copeland Drive, North Lakes 19 June, 6.45am Guest speaker Paul OShea presents Myth Busters and the Law. Cost $35 per person includes buffet breakfast. Bookings phone 3205 0555 or see www.moretonbay.qld.gov. au/business-events

Jacaranda Acquisitive Drawing Award ExhibitionThis prize is now 20 years old and for the first time in its history the 48 drawings selected represent every state and territory in Australia. Official exhibition opening 4 June, 5.30pm for 6pm. 27 June

Old Fire Station Arts and Crafts gallery

Norths Services & Leagues Club 1347 Anzac Ave, Kallangur 5 June, 6.30am to 8.30am Proceeds go directly towards providing chaplaincy services in Pine Rivers district primary and secondary schools.Cost $25 per person. Bookings online at www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au or phone 3205 0555.

Grant writing workshops Tapping the Money Tree

55 King Street, Caboolture 18 June

Drawing workshop with Terry BoutonCost $15. Bookings phone 3283 0415.

King Street Arts and Crafts stallThroughout June

Redcliffe Cultural Centre

K9 Clubhouse

Thomsett Park, Olakuna Crescent, Ferny Hills 7 June, 9am to 11am Bring your dog to seek expert advice from council officers about pet ownership issues, pick up some free information and take part in activities. Have your pet microchipped for $10.

Pine Rivers Heritage Museum 5 June, 9am to 4pm Redcliffe Cultural Centre Winton Room 19 June, 9am to 4pm Caboolture Memorial Hall, Supper Room 26 June, 9am to 4pm Interactive full-day grant writing workshops for those wishing to access arts grants. Give yourself the best chance of funding success. Workshops are free but places are limited. Bookings essential. Phone 3283 0433 or email culture@moretonbay.qld.gov.au

Artist of the month Shirley Robinson. Crafts people of the month Colleen Battersby and May Benson.For more information phone 5498 8331.

Downs St, Redcliffe Bookings essential. Phone 3283 0407. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 June from 5.30pm

Cue Restaurant: Two for One Nights

Pine Rivers Art Gallery

199 Gympie Rd, Strathpine Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm 1 June to 4 July

Every Tuesday night in June. Buy one main meal and get a second meal free (selected meals only). 3, 10, 17 & 24 June from 5.30pm

Cue Restaurant: T-Bone & Barra Nights

Workshop The big wide world of the World Wide Web

Redcliffe Chaplaincy Support Breakfast

Bramble Bay Bowls & Recreation Club, Cnr Hornibrook Esp and Victoria Ave, Woody Point 12 June, 6.30am to 8.30am Proceeds go directly towards providing chaplaincy services in Redcliffe district primary and secondary schools. Cost $25 per person. Bookings online at www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au or phone 3205 0555.

Caboolture Memorial Hall, Supper Room, King Street, Caboolture 24 June, 6.30pm A nuts and bolts workshop on effective website design and online marketing for those working in arts, culture or heritage. Refreshments provided. Workshop is free but places are limited. Bookings essential. Phone 3283 0433 or email: culture@moretonbay.qld.gov.au

Moreton Bay Region Art Awards Photography and digital art will be featured in the gallery in 2009. School Holidays activity series at Pine Rivers Art Gallery27 June

Every Wednesday night in June. Try a succulent T-Bone steak or a fresh piece of barramundi both served with beer battered chips and a fresh salad. Cost: $9.95 3 June, 7.30pm

Make your own artist book exploring several art techniques29 June

Live Show: Queensland Arts Council & The Queensland Orchestra present Circus of FoolsJuggles musical prowess and deathdefying acts with the bizarre world of a circus sideshow. Cost: Adults: $32, QAC Members: $22 School aged children: $19 QAC Member Child/Groups of 10+ school aged children (1 Teacher Free every 10 students): $12 Groups of 10+ Adults / Unwaged / Under 25s: $27 Family 1 to 2 adults & up to 3 or 4 school aged children (total family = 5): $90. 5 June, 7.30pm Cost: $6 12 June, 7.30pm 13 June, 2pm

Jewellery making30 June

Origami secrets Learn how to fold a variety of pieces1 July

Beaut Boxes Make a range of different shaped boxesSession times 11am to 1pm. For ages 6 to 12. All children to be accompanied by an adult. Activities free. Bookings essential. Phone 3480 6941

E-marketing Workshop What I need to know before I set up a website

Arana Hills Community Centre, 291 Dawson Parade, Arana Hills 16 June, 6pm to 9pm Session presented by online marketing specialist Peter Dowse. Cost $33 per person includes light refreshments. Bookings phone 3205 0555 or see www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/ business-events

Pine Rivers Heritage Museum

arts and cultureBribie Island Community Arts CentreSunderland Drive, Banksia Beach Centre open Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 4pm Phone 3408 9288 27 May to 14 June

Dayboro Rd, Kurwongbah 19 June to 16 August

Film: Bottle Shock [M]

Games, Fun and AdventureTest your skills at some of the games Grandma and Grandpa played as kids. Free entry. Phone 3285 7213.

Managing Barking in our Community

Redcliffe Senior Citizens Centre, 401 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe 17 June, 6.30pm to 8.30pm Free information evening to help people understand their dogs and discover ways of reducing problems with barking.

Redcliffe City Gallery

Exhibition Creations with Clay, Textiles, Leadlighting and Painting17 June to 30 June

470 476 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm.

ARTstART group exhibition

Public Programs: Free Floor Talk every Wednesday 10.30am on different artwork each week.

Live Show: Christopher Wayne Live A high energy magic and illusion show for the whole family, joined by Christophers 13-person dance team featuring the former World No 1 Street Dancers. Cost: Adults: $20 Conc/Student: $15 Children (Primary School Age): $10 Family (2 Adults & 2 Children): $45 Groups (10+): $10

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The events listed are proudly supported by Moreton Bay Regional Council.

14 June, 2pm Cost: $6

Film: Elegy [M]18 June, 11am

Arana Hills

Pathways

11 June, 10am to 11am

3 June, 10am to 11am

Cooking DemonstrationWinter Warmers featuring one pot cookery. Bookings required. Phone 3351 3401. 29 June to 11 July

Skincare Workshop

Live Show: Operatif! presents Rule Britannia!Grab your kilt, Union Jack, shillelagh or rugby jersey and join our parade of the best from the British Isles. Cost: Adults $22 Conc $19 Groups (10+) $18 19 June, 7.30pm

Beauty Therapist Linda Denaro shares her skincare experience. Bookings required. Phone 3480 9900. 19 June, 6pm to 8pm

Craft Table DinosaursCrafts for children over the winter school holidays. 29 June to 11 July

Loud @ Pathways LibraryWant to do something fun? Loud @ Pathways Library, a great time for ages 12 to 17. Bookings required. Phone 3480 9900. 22 June to 17 July

Cue Films in Style: Elegy [M]Cost: 2 tickets and a goodies platter $36. Gold Card holders: $32. 20 June, 2pm 24 June, 7.30pm

librariesMoreton Bay Region LibrariesThroughout June

School Holiday Activity Animal Footprint HuntFollow the clues, discover animal footprints hidden around the library.

Winter Craft TableCrafts and colouring in for children over the winter school holidays. 25 June, 5pm to 6pm

Bribie Island

22 June, 9.30am to 11am

Protect your identity

Film: Summer Hours [M]Subtitled. Cost: $6. 21 June, 2pm 25 June, 7.30pm Cost: $6.

Celebrate Queensland Q150 throughout JuneQ150 displays, including Queensland by Degrees, and local history from our Library collections and around Moreton Bay region. Participate in an oral History workshop or join in one of the family history group meetings. 6 June

A talk and discussion forum about preventing identity theft. Bookings required. Phone 3408 1388.

Teen Reading GroupCalling teen readers. Join us for monthly book chats.

Deception Bay

Redcliffe

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3 June, 9.30am to 11am

Film: Wendy and Lucy [M] Redcliffe Museum

Leonie Rombout Artist display Cake Decorating DisplayBe inspired by Letha Roses beautiful cake decorating display. 24 June, 9.30am to 12.30pm

Oral History Workshop

75 Anzac Avenue, Redcliffe 2 June to 4 October

Bob Miller, Mr Memory Man, will be conducting a hands on oral history training workshop. Cost $10. Bookings required. Phone 3283 0249. 10 June, 10am to noon

1824The Archaeology of First Settlement.An exhibition exploring the archaeological remains of the Moreton Bay Convict Settlement, 1824 to 1825. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Entry Free. Phone 3883 1898. 30 June 9.30am to 11.30am 02 July 9.30am to 11.30am 08 July 9.30am to 11.30am 09 July 9.30am to 11.30am

Cake Decorating WorkshopLetha Rose will share great tips and tricks on how to decorate cakes. Cost $3. Bookings required. Phone 3203 1094.

Queensland By Degrees

Celebrate Queensland Day.Ask at your library for details. 12 June onwards

Slide show presentation of photos taken around Queensland. Bookings required. Phone 3283 0249. 17 June, 9.30am to 11.30am

Mash It Up Short Film Festival 09See all the short films, animations, mashups and book trailers entered in Moreton Bay Region Libraries Mash It Up Short Film Festival. Go to www. YouTube.com/mashitupfilmfest Tickets available now to the finals on 10 July, 6pm to 9.30pm at the Redcliffe Cultural Centre. Tickets are free, but numbers are limited. To book phone 5433 2395. 27 June to 11 July

Kallangur

Author Talk Martin Kari

Throughout June

All things Tartan display Narangba13 June, 10am to 1pm

School Holidays at Redcliffe Museum

Book Sale @ NarangbaBag a bargain. Pre-loved books for sale. 18 June, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Local author Martin Kari will talk about his books which cover many contemporary issues, such as terrorism, travel, tourism, current affairs and politics. Bookings required. Phone 3283 0249.

Strathpine

Every kid wants to be an archaeologist fully supervised two-hour activity for ages 8 to 14. A mobile trailer that is a complete archaeological dig. Cost $10 per child. Bookings essential, phone 3883 1898. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. 1 July, 10am to 11am 8 July, 10am to 11am

9 June, 6.30pm to 8pm

Writers Group

Rad Readers Junior Book ClubHave fun with others who love to read. For ages 8 to 12. Bookings required. Phone 3385 5555. 20 June, 10.30am to noon

Guest speaker Random House published author JJ Cooper. 25 June, 10am to 11am

Bromeliads Talk

School Holiday Fun @ your librarySchool holiday fun and activities happening at all branches. Join in special activities as well as all our regular fun sessions for kids and teens. Ask at your library for details.

Beer Brewing Workshop

Bookings required. Phone 3480 6698.

Create a kite

Get the right advice about home brewing by a local specialist brewer. Bookings required. Phone 3385 5555. 23 June, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Decorate and build a kite and then enjoy some kite-flying time in the grounds of the Redcliffe Museum. Fully supervised one-hour activity. Cost $5 per child. Bookings essential, phone 3883 1898. For all ages. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

Bookworms Junior Book ClubIf you love books and are in Grade 1 or 2, this book club is for you. Bookings required. Phone 3385 5555. 24 June, 7pm to 7.45pm

Albany Creek11 June, 10am 11am

Spanish Cooking DemonstrationEnjoy the tastes, scents and sounds of Columbia. Make your own tortilla. Refreshments provided. Bookings required. Phone 3264 5267.

Adult book club

Come along for a lively discussion about selected books on a monthly basis. Bookings recommended. Phone 3385 5555.

Find out what is happening at your local library by visiting the Moreton Bay Libraries website and checking out Whats On at library. moretonbay.qld.gov.au

For more events visit www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au

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Boost your backyard with free mulchGarden lovers will soon be able to get their hands on free mulch to help boost backyards across the region.From 1 July, residents will have access to up to two cubic metres of free mulch from waste facilities at Bunya, Caboolture, Dakabin, Deception Bay, Ningi, Toorbul, Upper Caboolture, Wamuran and Woodford. If you dont want to load it yourself, a $5 per cubic metre loading service is available at the Bunya, Dakabin and Caboolture sites, between 9am and noon on weekends. The loading charge applies to all users, residential and commercial. Mulch will still cost $5 per cubic metre for commercial operators, non residents and residents ordering more than two cubic metres. As part of the 1 July changes, a two cubic metre limit will be in place at Toorbul, Upper Caboolture and Wamuran waste facilities (which will not be providing mulch to commercial operators). For more information, contact council on 3205 0555.

If youre a high school student in Moreton Bay region then there are heaps of sporty, outdoors and craft activities running especially for you these school holidays.Councils Super Holiday Activities For Teenagers (SHAFT) program is running sessions including archery, canoeing, go-karting, fencing, jewellery making, laser skirmish, mosaics, ceramics, horse-riding and fishing. Some activities are free and others have a small

Heaps of activities for teens these holidayscost involved, but all are subsidised by council and are open to students who either live in or attend a high school in Moreton Bay region. Activities will run at different locations throughout the region from 29 June to 10 July. Bookings can be made between 5 June and 19 June by phoning council on 5433 2052, but limited places are available, so book early to avoid disappointment. Further details about the activities, costs and schedules can be found on councils website at www.moretonbay.qld.gov. au/schoolholidayfun The webpage is also worth checking for school holiday activity ideas for younger children. SHAFT is supported by the Queensland Governments Department of Local Government, Sport & Recreation. SHAFT is a drug, smoking and alcohol free program coordinated by council in partnership with the youth, business, and community sectors.

Check out tomorrows film makers at Mash It Up 09Discover the regions best young local film-making talent at the Mash It Up 09 Short Film Festival next month.Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony that will screen the top 20 entries from film makers aged 12 to 25 at Redcliffe Cultural Centre from 6pm on Friday, 10 July. The Moreton Bay Region Libraries program registered more than 230 young people this year to make short films, animations, book trailers and mashups so they could be in the running for top cash prizes. Workshops leading up to the festival covered animation, theatrical makeup, acting and editing. More than 400 young film makers attended them to pick up tips, hints and inspiration. From June 12, check out the entries by visiting www.youtube.com/ mashitupfilmfest or for further information on Mash It Up contact your local library. While tickets to the short film festival are free, spaces are limited and should be booked by phoning 5433 2395 or visiting www.myspace.com/ mashitup_filmfest

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Focus on koalasRepresentatives from relevant government agencies and key community groups will work on the project to develop koala conservation initiatives for the region. The Moreton Bay Koala Conservation Partnership projects aims include establishing a designated koala sanctuary, protecting and enhancing existing habitat, improving koala corridors through koala friendly fencing, road crossings and revegetation, and promoting complementary development practices.

Local koala populations will be better protected through the work of a newly formed long-term council partnership project.koala population decline by focusing on protecting existing populations and buffering koalas from the impacts of climate change and habitat fragmentation. The long-term koala strategy will be part of a broader local nature conservation strategy that will be a first for Moreton Bay region. Regular updates will be posted on councils website at www.moretonbay.com.au For more information about the partnership project contact council on 3205 0555.

The long-term projects early focus will be on: Establishing a koala sanctuary on publicly owned land at Lake Samsonvale and linking Lake Kurwongbah to North Pine Dam with a koala corridor Enhancing the Clontarf to Rothwell koala corridor Enhancing the Burpengary and Saltwater Creek corridors and improving links to the Clontarf to Rothwell corridor Council will also develop a Koala Lifeline Strategy to address the regions

New grants to boost our community organisations

A new community grants program is offering an exciting range of possibilities for the regions sporting and community groups.

The council initiative is aimed at supporting programs and events that make positive contributions to community wellbeing and the cultural life of the region. Grants will be available for projects that respond to community issues and for programs that will develop and improve community facilities on

council owned or controlled land. recreation, the environment or academia. There will also be grant money available for events that Council is planning a series of encourage local celebrations, information workshops in June tourism and showcase the region. and July to explain the grants A separate funding program applies for individuals achieving at a national or international level in the fields of arts and culture, sport and and details of these workshops can be found in local papers, at Moreton Bay Region Libraries and councils website www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au

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Village enters new era

Visitors to Caboolture Historical Village are witnessing history in the making as work is carried out to transform the regional tourist attraction.The much-anticipated major upgrade will help revitalise the village, which has been operating for over 30 years and has more than 70 buildings set up in streets and gardens. Construction has begun on the first stage of the project, which involves remodelling the visitor reception centre to increase the villages entrance area fourfold. Weather permitting, work should be completed by the end of August when visitors will experience a new ticketing area, retail area, amenities, and caf. There will also be improved offices for group bookings, weddings and private functions. Council has matched a State Government Q150 grant of $1 million to provide the funding for the project. New facilities are planned using the villages extensive collection of more than 50,000 artefacts to create visitor experiences across the themes of lifestyle, industry, transport and communications. Caboolture Historical Village is near the Caboolture Showgrounds on Beerburrum Road and is open daily from 9.30am to 3.30pm. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for pensioners, $2 for children aged 5 to 12 and free for children under 5. For further information about the village see the website www.historicalvillage.com.au

Equestrian centres bright future mapped outHold onto your horses, the pace is picking up for the development of the State Equestrian Centre at Caboolture.Caboolture will be home to one of the countrys best state sporting centres hosting regular regional, state, national and international events. to the centres staged development over the next 10 years and it has received $7 million in State and Federal Government funding for the project. covered indoor arena that will seat up to 4,000 people.

The centre, next to Caboolture Showgrounds, is expected to provide a tremendous stimulus to the local economy Council has adopted a master Construction work has begun for years to come. plan that will give direction on the superstructure for theEnvironmental savings per issue of Moreton Living compared to using non-recycled paper:10.75 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions not produced 55% less water used 56 trees saved 60% less energy usedMORLIV09 1548 - 06

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