Hi @Former-Member - I'm in Victoria. There was an organisation that was sending books overseas to refugees but I think they are no longer operating. I know they had logistical issues with storing and shipping the books. I imagine that was quite expensive.
Hi @Adge - how is your rodent problem? They've been getting into my tomatoes. I covered them in bird net and they're just chewing through it. Definitely rats as a possum couldn't get through holes that size. I've been researching ways to get rid of them. I can't use bait as I have dogs and I've tried traps but they seem to be smart enough to not set them off. I've been reading that peppermint oil can be a deterrent and there are also glue traps - sort of like fly paper but able to catch a rat and glue their feet down. Might give them a go.
Yes @Former-Member Maybe give the glue traps & peppermint a try. I don't know about those. I've found that only bait works effectively for me - after decades of persistent rodents. Even then it's hit & miss - because I think they're suspicious of the baits & don't always eat them. I think I'm hearing more noises in the roof - so I think I need to get back up there & re stock the bait. I hate that job - I have to go get a ladder & it's difficult to climb up through the manhole. Then it's terribly dusty & hot up there. Adge
@Former-Member Salvos have a guide to what they can and cannot accept, they will take books and certain TVs - here is the link to the page that has a downloadable guide.
Thanks @Former-Member - that's great information. It's good to get clarification on what they will and won't accept. Hi @soul - that's just the tip of my cable iceberg. I picked up a box of cables and things today off ziilch and I'll keep what I want for myself and give the rest away. I went through the pots and pans drawer today and found a few things that could be thrown out too so I'm slowly getting on top of things. I might book a council rubbish collection for next week to push me along a bit to rid the house of junk.
@Former-Member i booked a shire skip to get rid of my rubbish. All the items going to good Sammy's are as good as new and any of the clothes freshly washed.
