As temperatures rise and mosquitoes hatch in swarms, the danger of toxic chemicals loom in common household repellents. Chemically produced mosquito repellents pose a threat to user’s health
14 May 2023
How to get rid of insects naturally at home
7:30 AM
consumer power, natural home
The number of chemical pest control options have increased rapidly over the years due to their efficacy in deterring insects. But most of the synthetic chemicals used for these pest control
08 May 2023
Evohe palm oil free skin care
4:06 PM
eco champions
In her early 20s, Meghan Forrester dabbled in the luxury skincare market and discovered some ugly truths about the industry which made her to question her whole philosophy
The Benefits of Natural DIY Skincare
8:30 AM
Dig Deeper, DIY skincare, natural beauty, natural skin care, non-toxic
Since when did skincare, even natural skin care, become so complicated. From anti-aging creams to pore minimising serums, we lather ourselves in creams, oils, scrubs and treatments promoting
07 May 2023
How to compost
9:13 PM
consumer power
Composting is a rewarding planet-friendly activity that creates a closed loop in your own home by turning food scraps into rich nutrients for your garden. Reduce landfill waste
Nourish your body with hemp seed oil
4:28 PM
consumer power
Hemp Seed Oil is a nourishing and antioxidant rich oil that can be applied topically, as well as taken internally. This multi-tasking oil contains all 10 essential amino
09 July 2019
The world's first plastic free crystal deodorant stick
4:37 PM
consumer power
Reduce unwanted odours from sweat this summer with Biork, the world's first plastic free crystal deodorant stick.The trend towards mineral or crystal deodorants without aluminium is increasing as
28 May 2019
Carving a sustainable solution with coconuts
4:00 PM
eco champions
When Jake McKeon stumbled across painted coconut bowl souvenirs while travelling around Bali, he thought the bowls in their raw state would be great to sell in his
14 May 2019
How to live a truly zero waste life
3:56 PM
eco champions
Anita Vandyke didn't grow up with a hippie mother or a passion for the environment; she was just a person trying to find happiness in all the usual
16 April 2019
How to use activated charcoal powder
3:29 PM
consumer power
Activated charcoal is a highly porous and detoxifying natural substance that draws bacteria, chemicals, dirt, and other micro particles from the skin and hair. Here are three easy
02 April 2019
Natural Evolution
3:24 PM
eco champions
Business ideas can arise in the most unlikely circumstances. For Robert Watkins, the idea to produce the world’s first green banana flour occurred when he accidentally drove over
19 March 2019
How to ferment vegetables at home
3:08 PM
consumer power
Fermenting vegetables at home is a great way to reduce your food waste, improve gut health and save money. Step 1: Choose your fermentation equipment Fermenting vegetables does
05 March 2019
Sustainable living inspired a sustainable business
2:55 PM
eco champions
Adversity can often be a catalyst for positive change. For Talia and Luke Borda, founders of That Red House, a second cancer diagnosis prompted a sustainable and organic
19 February 2019
Sustainable homewares made on a corner block
2:38 PM
eco champions
Heart-warming beauty lies in businesses built from humble beginnings and handmade products crafted with care. Natalie Lane who has turned her passion project into a thriving business from
05 February 2019
These eathically made sustainable undies are mighty good
2:32 PM
eco champions
Imagine if your undies were ethically made, environmentally friendly and came with a carbon offset. This was the idea for Hannah Parris and Elena Antoniou, founders of Mighty
22 January 2019
Tim Silverwood - a passionate advocate for protecting our oceans
2:20 PM
eco champions
Growing up in an environmentally friendly household, Tim Silverwood developed a keen interest in sustainability throughout high school and later furthered his environmental pursuits at university and through a
16 January 2019
How to filter your water with charcoal
2:14 PM
consumer power
Kishu Binchotan charcoal is an active carbon made from tree branches. Due to its extremely porous structure, Binchotan charcoal is renowned for its ability to absorb impurities, unwanted
19 June 2018
5 single-use plastic items everyone needs to stop using now
2:34 PM
consumer power
Our cumulative use of single use plastic is vastly affecting our planet and while this problem on a global scale can seem overwhelming, on a personal level it
12 June 2018
Reduce your food waste
1:43 PM
consumer power
Australia’s increasing food waste is becoming an epidemic that is impacting the environment and economy. Over 5 million tonnes of food is discarded annually. Not just from households,
05 June 2018
The 5 R’s to zero waste
12:57 PM
consumer power
Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Rot Every item we use has an environmental cost - some greater than others. We can all make a difference by being mindful of
29 May 2018
Six World Environment Day tips that can make a difference
11:41 AM
consumer power
Small Everyday Changes Everyone Can Make That Will Have a Huge Impact With World Environmental Day right around the corner, thoughts turn to how to save the planet
29 March 2018
15 simple environmental initiatives to change the world
4:20 PM
consumer power
We all have the power as individuals to create significant, positive and lasting change. Here are 15 simple environmental initiatives you can do today to help make
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