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Ever wondered what the state of transport is in South Africa? We interviewed Gail, a truly "driven" lady from Mobility magazine to find out where things are headed.

The green jewels on the western side of the Nelson Mandela Bay are some of the most sparkling assets of the region. If you'd like to do something different, why not pack a picnic and spend some time together in one of the NMB's lovely parks or reserves? Join us as we explore some of these areas.

The evening of Saturday, 28 March 2009 was a great time for star-gazing and a romantic cuddle. At precisely 8:30pm lights were switched off all over the country resulting in a 15 percent reduction in South Africa's power consumption for lighting - a nationwide electricity saving of 400MW. This, however, was not the main goal. People across the planet joined in on a momentous occasion called Earth Hour, a global WWF climate change initiative started in Sydney, Australia in 2007 where 2 million people switched off their lights.

Looking for someone with practical natural and sustainable building experience? Then Justin is your man. Find out all about AdobeCo Sustainable Projects, an inspiring group focussed on empowering people.

Ever wondered about the people behind the publications? Read our brief and insightful interviews with the editors of four of South Africa's newest green publications...

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We peep under the covers of a few of our favourite local green publications...

"I don't have a thing to wear and not a penny to spare - I miss shopping!" If the current economic conditions are dragging you down then we have just the answer for you - if you happen to live in Cape Town that is. Now you can not only enjoy some guilt-free "retail therapy", but you can finally get rid of that item in the cupboard you didn't have the heart to dispose of. Grab it, round up a few friends and attend an exciting Fashion Exchange event. Find out more about Tonia and her innovative idea...

Would you like to know how it would be to step out and live on your own smallholding with self-built houses made from natural materials and sell organic food to friendly visitors? Gaby and Mark from Leila's - did exactly this and are making a huge success of it! Read the charming story of how these two first met.

Do you live in Gauteng? Would you like to get hands-on experience with various natural building techniques, permaculture gardening, renewable energies, managing grey water and a host of other topics? You can do it all - or you can get help with doing it all - right on your doorstep! We had a fascinating chat with Alastair from Insynch Sustainable Technologies.