Lobby Your MP and Senators
Date Posted: 1 September 2023
Send an email to your state senators and local MPs so they register your concern.
Reusable Planet Blog
HOW TO RECYCLE YOUR HELIUM, LATEX OR FOIL BALLOONS
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 31 July 2023
We all know the attachment a small child can place on something as simple as a helium balloon, and often we're reluctant to take any joy away from a little one. So is there a solution to balloon waste when you can't say no?
SHOULD BALLOONS BE BANNED?
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 14 July 2023
Balloons are no longer the life of the party, especially for our wildlife. Unravel why we need to give balloons a second thought for our next event in this Reusable Planet blog article.
SUPER EASY DIY AIR FRESHENER RECIPE
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 3 June 2023
Avoid these nasty chemicals and make your own toxic-free air freshener and room deodoriser with these super simple recipes.
CAN AIR FRESHENERS MAKE YOU SICK?
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 31 March 2023
They’re generally accepted as a tool to ‘improve’ air quality, but in actual fact, there could be both a human and environmental health cost to that fresh linen scent. Is your air freshener toxic?
UN SEALS TREATY TO PROTECT HIGH SEAS
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 14 March 2023
A global treaty has been agreed for the conservation and sustainable development of marine diversity for activity on the high seas, which is the currently uncontrolled international waters beyond any country’s jurisdiction.
THE COLD, HARD TRUTH ABOUT FREEZING WITH GLASS
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 1 March 2023
If you’re looking for an alternative to single-use plastic in your freezer, you might have considered glass. But is it safe to freeze food in glass containers? Read on to find out.
DELICIOUS SNACKABLE ENERGY BALLS
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 7 February 2023
If you're looking for a healthy snack for your zero waste lunch boxes, you can't go wrong with these energy balls.
WHAT'S YOUR NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION?
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 5 January 2023
The health implications from plastic pollution include cancer, fertility issues and developmental problems.
IS YOUR SUNSCREEN REEF SAFE?
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 4 January 2023
While sunscreens protect us from harsh UV rays, who’s protecting the coral reefs from sunscreen? An estimated 14,000 tonnes of sunscreen is being deposited in the world's oceans each year. Is this a problem?
THE WAR ON WRAPPING PAPER
Date Posted: 16 December 2022
Australians use over 150,000km of wrapping paper at Christmas - enough to wrap around the planet nearly 4 times. So as Christmas draws closer, we look at the problem with wrapping paper, which wrapping paper is best and what alternatives there are.
THE SHATTERING TRUTH ABOUT BANDAIDS
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 12 July 2022
They’re small, comforting and part of our culture. A convenient go-to for any small wound treated at home or in hospital. But the humble bandaid has a few dirty little secrets that mean it may not be the best solution for your boo-boo.
7 Things You Can Do With Expired Sunscreen
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 1 June 2022
If you find yourself out of shaving cream or hair gel, don’t race to the shops! Race to the bathroom and pull out that old sunscreen!
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The 12 Eco Days of Christmas
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 14 December 2021
Christmas is a time for excesses, and with that comes plenty of extra waste, including harmful plastic waste. Much of it can be avoided with many little - and easy - changes to your Christmas routine to be more Earth-friendly this Holiday season.
ARE WE READY TO BAN SINGLE-USE PLASTICS?
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 23 January 2021
As Australia continues to stockpile recyclables, do we have the infrastructure in place to replace single-use plastics? Find out which states are ahead of the curve and who is lagging behind in the race to reduce plastic pollution.
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TRANSITIONING TO SOLID SHAMPOO BARS
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 2 November 2020
Making the switch to solid shampoo bars is one way you can reduce your plastic waste in the bathroom. But if you choose all-natural you’ll need to wean your hair & scalp off the chemicals found regular bottled shampoos. Here’s how to maximise your success
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PLASTIC FREE HALLOWEEN
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 12 October 2020
Halloween has experienced increasing popularity in Australia recently, but it’s the staggering amount of plastic waste Halloween is responsible for that is really scary. BOO! So how can you avoid increasing your use of plastic and still enjoy the holiday?
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EGGSHELLS ARE NOT WASTE
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 8 September 2020
Eggshells are composed mostly of calcium carbonate, which is good for so many purposes! Find out how to make your own calcium supplement, pet supplement or plant food.
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Super Simple Citrus Cleaner
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 1 September 2020
Who has tried making this super simple citrus cleaner? It’s amazing! All-natural, no chemicals. No plastic. It’ll replace half the stuff in your cupboard.
The Overuse of Plastic
Author: Rachel Date Posted: 14 October 2019
In just 70 years, more than 8 billion metric tons of virgin plastics have been produced worldwide, and it all still exists in some form today. Microplastics are in our atmosphere, our water and our food chain. It’s time to wean ourselves off plastic.
