Mordecai's Allotment in Trallwng near Pontypridd receives notice of closure... read the full story here.

Green Grants for Rhondda Cynon Taf Community Groups

Small grants of up to £1,000 are available for projects that improve the local environment…
The Cleaner Greener Communities project, is available to community groups this year within the Heads of the Valleys area.
Cleaner Greener Communities is a partnership project between Keep Wales Tidy, BTCV Cymru and Groundwork Wales, to encourage local communities to take responsibility [...]

Ponty Park Wins Green Flag Award

Ynysangharad War Memorial Park, Pontypridd, has won the prestigious Green Flag Award for the fourth year running.
The award is the national standard for quality parks and green spaces, recognising excellence in the management and delivery of service within the Parks sector. Ynysangharad Park is one of only 19 sites across Wales to achieve the honour [...]

Two Months Late but Getting There Really Fast on Foot

It’s time we updated the Main Photo on the Rhondda Cynon Taff Green Drinks Website!
Since last year we have been using a nice photo of former mayor Councillor Jane Ward - see the old pic here.
The Mayor of Rhondda Cynon Taf handed over the reins to Councillor Margaret Davies over two months ago.
We are getting [...]

Urgent - Appeal on Wind Farm Plan for Cynon Valley

The Planning Application to build one of Wales’ largest Wind Farms in Cynon Valley was rejected by Rhondda Cynon Taf Council in April 2008. The developer, Pennant Walters, are appealing against the decision via the Welsh Assembly.
The Welsh Assembly are considering the Appeal… If you wish your views to be heard please write [...]

Free Home Insulation for over 70s in Rhondda Cynon Taf

Free insulation is being offered to those over the age of 70 in Rhondda Cynon Taff in a bid to reduce the cost of energy bills and also protect the environment.
Rhondda Cynon Taf Council’s specialist Home Energy Officer is promoting the initiative, which is open to homeowners or tenants who have someone over the age [...]

Children’s Food Campaign takes on Burger King over Indiana Jones promotion

The Children’s Food Campaign has written a letter to Burger King’s Head of Marketing, attacking the chain for its promotion of fast food to children using the new Indiana Jones film.
The letter criticises the chain for using Indiana Jones posters, packaging and toys to promote its Kids Menu. The promotion comes just months after the [...]

Cwm Ogwr Fach Cycle Route Opens between Tonyrefail and Blackmill

alkers and cyclists of all ages celebrated the completion of a cycle route at the county boundary between Rhondda Cynon Taf and Bridgend.
The Cwm Ogwr Fach section of the Celtic Trail between Tonyrefail and Blackmill was officially opened by Bridgend AM Carwyn Jones.
The attractive traffic-free route near the entrance to Lakeside Farm Restaurant on the [...]

Sustainable Living & Work/Life Balance by Tracey Smith

Here’s a useful clip on sustainable living by downshifter writer and evangelist Tracie Smith

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGmEd9jmEPQ

Wales to adopt cycling proficiency for the 21st Century

Plans for a national cycle training standard across Wales were announced this week in a bid to improve safety and the take-up of cycling amongst children and young people.
At a Walking and Cycling and Conference in Cardiff, the Minister for Environment, Sustainability and Housing, Jane Davidson, said the Welsh Assembly Government would be investing [...]

Food Waste Recycling Spreads To Graigwen

A food waste recycling scheme is gathering momentum in Rhondda Cynon Taff with even more residents taking part.
The weekly Food Waste Collection is a new initiative adopted by Rhondda Cynon Taf Council.
The new food waste recycling scheme has already been launched in Brynna near Llanharan, Trealaw in the Rhondda and Llwydcoed in the Cynon Valley. [...]

New Planning Application Angers Hirwaun Villagers

Despite having their planning application rejected last year by the Local Council and losing an Appeal via the Welsh Assembly, developers continue in their attempt to over-develop at Hirwaun in Rhondda Cynon Taf.
A new Planning Application is being considered. A Site Meeting on 1st July 2008, see the full story here on Hirwaun Online.

Enviro-Vision Song Quest

Talented youngsters from throughout the county borough are taking part in a musical showcase to voice their commitment to recycling and improving the environment.
The second Enviro-Vision Song Quest will take place at the Muni Arts Centre, Pontypridd on Monday July 7th at 7.15pm and include bands from six comprehensive schools within Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Each of [...]

Alternative Transport means in Rhondda Cynon Taff

Get on track to the Royal Glamorgan Hospital this month for an event that aims to promote different forms of transport.
The partnership day has been organised to promote alternative transport means to residents, patients and staff and to raise awareness of the health benefits of “active travel”.
Taking place from 10am to 3.30pm on April 17 [...]

Pontypridd Friends of the Earth Meeting 14th April 2008

The next Pontypridd Friends of the Earth meeting will be…
On Monday 14th April 7.30pm
At Clwb Y Bont, Pontypridd
Visit the Group’s official website for more details.

Cynon Valley Ramblers Open Day on 19th April

Cynon Valley Ramblers Open Day will be held at Dare Valley Country Park on Saturday 19th April from 11am to 3pm.
Members of the local walking group will be manning stands providing a wealth of information, with details of walking holidays, programmes of local walks, leaflets on the health benefits of walking, details of local map [...]

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