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Sustainable House open day Sept 16

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Got a sustainable home you would like to show visitors so they can learn from your experiences?

Eco-home owners are being sought for Sustainable House open day, to be held Sunday September 16 across the northern rivers.

Co-ordinator Andia Cally says, ‘We are proud to provide ongoing support to an event that inspires and educates local residents and has a tangible impact in helping them see firsthand how they can make their homes more sustainable, fit for climate, comfortable to live in and cheaper to run.’

Sustainable House Day is a national event that has been running for more than a decade and has seen the majority of visitors taking steps to live more sustainably as a result of their experience.

To get involved visit www.sustainablehouseday.com/submit-your-house/.

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