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Burying undies and grassy art

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Today’s episode is particularly grassy... we’ll learn about a new sort of burial that’s kinder to the environment. 

We’ll learn about artists taking unwanted weeds and turning them into art. 

And find out why thousands of people have been burying their undies in the backyard, for a good cause, of course!

Quiz Questions

  1. 1.What’s the technical term for the roots of mushrooms, used to make the coffin?
  2. 2.What’s the name of the invasive grass in the Northern Territory?
  3. 3.Why were people burying their undies?

Answers

  1. 1.Mycelium
  2. 2.Buffel grass
  3. 3.To check on soil health  

News Noodler - a question to chat about with the people around you

Do you think these mushroom coffins will be a popular choice?