As consumers, we hold immense power by voting with our dollar for the world that we wish to create. This extends to the clothing we purchase. Though op shops are a great place to stock up on second hand goods and save clothing from going to landfill, they’re not that great for finding swimmers (let … More Sustainable Swimwear
“Who Made My Clothes” is a campaign that aims to increase transparency in the fashion supply chain by encouraging consumers to question brands about where and how their clothes are made, the impacts on the environment, the working conditions of the garment workers and the salary paid to these workers. It endeavours to help create … More I Made My Clothes
Bees are in danger due to a deadly mix of pesticides, parasites and climate change. The role bees play in pollination means that they are crucial to our food supply. A third of all our food depends on their pollination in order to fertilise the plants so they can produce fruit, vegetables and seeds. Without … More Save the Bees
Before this year, I hadn’t even considered the fact that the money I earn doesn’t just sit in my bank account waiting for me, it is used to fund all sorts of industries that don’t necessarily align with my values. I believe we should all become educated and aware of what our money is being … More Switching to a ‘clean money’ bank
I’m currently living in an urban city environment and have been feeling a strong disconnect with nature. My body and soul are craving fresh air, the ocean, trees, flowers and sunshine. I want to hear the birds calling and interact with animals. I know that as soon as I am connected with nature I feel … More Connect with Nature
On my journey to a more ethical and sustainable lifestyle, I finally tackled the issue of the wastage produced when dealing with my monthly moon cycle. A shocking 12,000 disposable menstrual products are used by the average woman in her lifetime. Each menstrual product take around 500-800 years to break down in the environment. Considering … More Eco Moon Cycle
One day late, but every day should be Earth day. We do not live in isolation from our surroundings. We co-exist with everything on this wondrous Earth. The beauty in nature is unmatched. Its variations of existence are staggering and perfectly imperfect, just like humans ourselves. Although modern society has caused many to lose their … More An Ode to Earth
Over the summer, I applied and was accepted to WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms) at an eco retreat called Paradise One in the Byron Bay hinterland. What originally prompted me to seek such an opportunity was the chance to be close to Byron Bay, my favourite beach town in Australia. Yet as it … More WWOOFing in the Byron Bay Hinterland
In the thick of the Christmas season, it’s hard not to be sucked in by marketing messages from seemingly every front telling us to buy more, eat more and consume more. Instead of Christmas being a wonderful opportunity to spend time with family, be present, and share a lovingly home-cooked meal with loved ones, it … More I’m dreaming of an ethical Christmas
How to join the zero waste revolution – it’ll be kinder on the planet, your health and the bank balance! … More Zero Waste Grocery Haul
How far the world of plant-based milks has come in the last few years! Instead of limited options, those who opt to avoid dairy have a plethora of possible choices to indulge in. Each one of us will have our own personal favourite, or maybe you have a few – such as loving almond milk … More Plant-based Milks: Which is Best for You and the Planet?
Buy a super cute vintage bike to transport yourself around. Deck out your wardrobe with op shop or suitcase rummage gems (make sure to also let go of some of your old clothes to make way for the new). Go vegan baby! With animal agriculture being the leading cause of (let’s face it) pretty … More 13 Ways to be an Eco Babe
