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The Environmental Impact of Toys
If your home is being overrun by toys and you're dreading the inevitable invasion of new toys this coming Christmas, than episode 5 of my Eco Chat podcast is for you! Podcast: Play in New Window Subscribe in iTunes I’m not sure if it's the comparative cheaper price...
I’m a Freak…… An Ode to Michelle Bridges
It looks like silly season has come early this year - at least that's what I thought when I saw the new advertising campaign Michelle Bridges rolled out with supermarket giant Woolworths last week. WTF went wrong there? I discuss my thoughts (and share a little song I...
You’re More Eco-friendly Than You Think
If you've ever downplayed the efforts you're making to live greener because there's things you know you're doing that so aren't eco-friendly, then this first episode on my *new* Eco Chat Podcast is for YOU! Podcast: Play in New Window Subscribe in iTunes So last week...
The Difference Between Eco Living and Frugality
If you've ever thought that adopting a greener lifestyle will mean compromising on quality and saying 'good-bye' to the finer things in life, then today's Eco Chat podcast is for you! Podcast: Play in New Window Subscribe in iTunes Now many people believe that by...
The Magic of Microfibre Cloths
Like many people, I was a little sceptical when, around 15 years ago, I first heard of microfibre cloths and their cleaning abilities. You see, I grew up in a household where cleaning with a sponge and cleaning spray (or cleaning paste) was the norm and I continued...
Raw Coconut Chocolate Slice (think Bounty but better!)
I've always been a chocoholic and once upon a time I could easily devour a block of Dairy Milk in one evening (gross, I know!). For the past 15 years or so it's very much been quality over quantity, and these days, I just lurvvvee making my own. Last week I made some...
How you Can Avoid the Tampon Tax
A certain topic has crept into the news this week and it’s really been irritating me…. I’ve held back writing this post, as I know it will polarise my following and some of you won’t agree with me, but sometimes the hardest things to say are those that need to be...
Paleo Schmaleo and why I’m an Ecotarian
I’ve experimented with many different ways of eating during my adult years to find what works best for me. From eating vegetarian, raw, grain-free, vegan, dairy-free to most recently Paleo, I could be considered an expert in different diets. But I’m not. I’m an expert...
Let’s Talk About Waste, Baby…. Again! Top 5 Ways To Reduce Household Waste
In my last blog post a few weeks ago you may recall I had a little rant about how many townsfolk where I live have been complaining about their general rubbish bins being too small. Most households in this predicament have one or two kids in disposable nappies....
Let’s Talk About Waste, Baby!
I've been an environmentalist for over 20 years and for the most part I've accepted that everyone is at a different level in their eco awareness. No-one likes a preaching greenie, so I've always aimed to inspire, gently educate, and lead by example in order to entice...
I Failed My Digital Detox
Like sexting, selfies, and planking, the phrase ‘digital detox’ didn’t exist in previous generations because it just wasn’t necessary. When we were around others, we were mostly present in the moment and engaged in conversation. I’m sure you’ll agree with me that it’s...
Ecoceptional Mum in Focus: Melissa Emery
After growing up and living much of her adult life (so far) on remote country (a station north of Broken Hill, a station east of Coober Pedy, Port Augusta, Borroloola and Wirrabara), moving into a regional suburban town could have been a bit of an adjustment Melissa...
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