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The Green Patch

Green Patch
Welcome to The Green Patch – your space to learn, share and explore new and improved ways to create a better relationship with your environment.

MyRandburg.co.za would like to provide a space that will encourage our community to really start being proactive and to lead the way to a greener future.

We invite you to share your green tips with us and aim to post at least one new tip a day.

Clean Sweep

All hands on deck

Over 70 people participated in the Big Ferndale River Springclean. Thanks to all for your volunteerism and fellowship.

The BIG Ferndale River Springclean!!!

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The New Acropolis Centre in Ferndale is bringing the community together for a day of spring-cleaning. This is an opportunity to upgrade our neighbourhood, meet the neighbours, and have a day out in the sun.

Are you ready to Freecycle?

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By giving freely with no strings attached, members of The Freecycle Network help instill a sense of generosity of spirit as they strengthen local community ties and promote environmental sustainability.

Awakening the Dreamer Symposium

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Be inspired to reconnect with your deep concern for our world and to empower you to make a difference.

"We are the World"

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The Green Patch would like to take this opportunity to honour Michael Jackson - the legend who started campaigning for a better world over 20 years ago!

Environmental Market Fair!

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Participate in "The Environmental Market Fair" at the St Stithians College Spring Festival.

Hot Stuff

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Here's a simple tip for an energy saving winter.

Weed of the Week!

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Bugweed! Many birds prefer Bugweed fruits to the fruits of indigenous species and so distribute the seeds of Bugweed more than those of indigenous species.

Vote for the Earth!

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While the world focussed on Earth Day 2009, South African’s were riveted by the National Elections 2009 - but all is not lost...

Plant a tree for every employee to better our environment!

Plant a Tree

Johannesburg City Parks, the custodians of greening in the City
of Joburg is calling on business to plant a tree for every employee
to make an immediate impact.