Welsh Government Minister for Culture and Sport, John Griffiths was at Glamorgan Archives on 16th May to congratulate the winners of the recent Tell Us Your Story competition.

Users of Welsh archives were asked to submit a story about their experiences and discoveries as a result of using the service. Seventy-six entries were received from all over Wales and twenty-one winners selected to each win £100.

Read more: John Griffiths AM Congratulates Archives Network Wales Competition Winners

The Federation of City Farms and Community Gardens (FCFCG) has welcomed the launch of a Welsh Government action plan to boost Wales' ailing bee population by encouraging more green spaces, including community growing projects and allotments.

The Draft Action Plans for Pollinators for Wales Consultation is an attempt to protect threatened insect pollinators such as honey and bumble bees, hoverflies and butterflies. Pollinator numbers, particularly bees, have been on the decline for many years.

Read more: Pollinators For Wales Action Plan FCFCG Tyfu Pobl To Save Bees

With its continuous countryside, rolling hills and picturesque backdrops, it is no surprise that Wales proudly boasts over 30,000 listed properties. Beautiful cottages are tucked away in the Welsh valleys, town houses sit amongst the bustling towns, and farmhouses are sitting comfortably in thriving villages. 

And now, in perfect recognition of these incredible pieces of history, The Listed Property Owners Club is proud to bring you a plaque specifically for the Welsh listed properties which will continue to play a part of Wales' history.

Read more: New Plaque For Listed Properties In Wales From Listed Property Owners Club

The Open Spaces Society, the leading pressure-group for common land and village greens, welcomes the new environmental body Natural Resources Wales (NRW), which came into existence on 1st April. The Society has set it a number of challenges.

Says Kate Ashbrook, the Society's General Secretary: "The common land of Wales is immensely important for its natural beauty, wildlife habitats, archaeology, culture and opportunities for informal recreation. Eight per cent of Wales is common land. So we want the new body to give full attention to the protection and good management of commons, for their public and environmental benefits.

"We would like to see:

Read more: Open Spaces Society's Challenges New Natural Resources Wales

Although the causes of asthma are still unknown, for 250,000 people current treatment is not effective, meaning that their lives are severely compromised. Asthma Awareness Week is being held from 6th – 10th May, with World Asthma Day on 7th May. The Herbal Clinic will be offering free advice and answers to asthma questions.

During an asthma attack airways become narrower and irritated making it difficult to breathe, leading to wheezing, coughing and shortness of breath. The Herbal Clinic have found that the cause of asthma varies in each individual and by identifying the unique pattern of disease, the path back to wellness and vitality becomes clear.

Read more: The Herbal Clinic Swansea Supports National Asthma Awareness Week

Provita Eurotech have recently launched a new solution for cleansing and sanitising wounds as well as hooves of horses. Equiband, an antibacterial spray on bandage, disinfecting the wound from beneath and allowing natural healing.

Equiband contains Tea-tree oil, which is a natural antibacterial, anti-fungal and antiviral essential oil. When contained in Equiband, it forms a flexible, breathable film, sealing out water, dirt and bacteria for up to two days.

Available in 250ml and 500ml handy grip bottles.

Read more: Equiband: Keeping Horse Wounds Sanitised