The Ultimate Guide to Plastic-Free Easter Gifts: 10 Non-Chocolate Gifts That Delight
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by Kim Gifford
1M ago
Welcome to an Easter celebration like no other! This year, let's ditch the traditional chocolate treats (covered in wasteful packaging) and enjoy a plastic-free/guilt-free Easter with 10 delightful gifts that will make your holiday truly memorable.  Whether you're looking to surprise your loved ones, be environmentally conscious, or simply step out of the ordinary, these non-chocolate gift ideas are the perfect way to spread happiness without contributing to waste. From beautifully crafted wooden toys to eco-friendly stationery sets, these gift ideas are not only kind on our pre ..read more
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Diminish's 5 Sustainable Packaging Practices: How we are committed to plastic-free shipping!
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by Kim Gifford
2M ago
When I first launched Diminish, there was no doubt in my mind that I would bring sustainable practices into every element of the business. From the materials our eco products are made of, to how our products can be disposed of without harming the Planet, right through to how to send out the products in sustainable packaging. With the business’s environmental footprint front of mind, I spent many hours searching the net on "best recyclable boxes", "boxes made out of recycled materials", "recyclable packaging/padding" and "the most sustainable packaging tape". 4 years into this crazy (and f ..read more
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The Ultimate List of 20 Sustainable Christmas Gift Ideas
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by Kim Gifford
7M ago
Christmas is undoubtedly a time for celebrations, love, and joy. However, it's also a season brings with it a huge amount of waste. In Australia, each year over Christmas, our waste increases by approximately 30%. This includes all the unwanted gifts that have a life span of less than a week! This year I'm here to help you make this Christmas a little bit less wasteful and have carefully curated this ultimate list of 20 sustainable Christmas gift ideas. It's time to nurture our precious Planet while also sharing our love with friends and family! So, let's go! 1. Tote Bag/Shopping Bag Tot ..read more
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5 Simple Steps you can take (as a Busy Mama) to make a Difference this Plastic Free July
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by Kim Gifford
10M ago
'Plastic Free July® is a global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution. so we can have cleaner streets, oceans, and beautiful communities.' Plastic Free July Org So how can you as a busy mum be a part of the solution? Before you get your knickers in a knot worrying about trying to do it all, take a step back and think about the easiest way you can make an impact. With kids on board, life can get busy! So it's important to find what works for you, your household and your schedule. With all this in mind, I've put together 5 simple steps ..read more
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Raising Eco-Conscious Kids: How to Teach Children About Sustainability
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by Kim Gifford
11M ago
By Paige McInnes (Founder of Little Change Creators) By showing them how to be responsible and kind to the environment, we're giving them the power to make a positive impact. So, let's dive into some fun and practical tips for raising eco-conscious kids who’ll grow up to be environmental superheroes! Lead the Way Kids learn by watching us, so let's be eco-role models! Show them how to recycle, conserve energy and water, and choose eco-friendly toys. Make it a family habit to reduce waste and be mindful of our impact on the planet. Trust me, your actions speak louder than words! Explore the En ..read more
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7 Global Zero Waste Trends to Inspire
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by Kim Gifford
1y ago
Zero waste, war on waste, plastic free living...these are the words shaping the way for our future. We are seeing an increase in the number of organisations and companies moving towards eco friendlier alternatives to meet the desires of an environmentally conscious population. This rise of the eco-conscious individual is no doubt a response to the amount of information being shared about our worldwide environmental problems. Social media, documentaries and news stories are making us increasingly aware of the detrimental effects our past & present ways of living are having on Moth ..read more
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Do one Small Thing for Our Planet and Make an Impact Today
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by Kim Gifford
1y ago
?What's one thing you can do today? To help to reduce your waste and improve your eco-footprint?   Every small step you take - MATTERS. ✅ Switch to a bamboo toothbrush ✅ Switch to a reusable coffee cup ✅ Switch to naked soap bars ✅ Stop buying paper towel - and use a reusable cloth ✅ Start shopping at op shops ✅ Switch to plastic-free shopping bags The list is endless. But every small step you take, will help to reduce your household waste and the follow-on effect - it helps to better care for our planet ?. In the comment section below - let us know - what's the one small thin ..read more
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National Composting Week & How to get Started with Alena Turley
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by Kim Gifford
1y ago
Why Compost? It may come as a surprise (or not), but when we throw food waste in our bins that are sent off to landfill – it doesn’t break down properly. Food waste in landfill is just as hazardous as all the other ‘stuff’ that ends up there,  and will end up producing methane gas which is extremely harmful to our environment (worse than carbon dioxide!) So, if you’re on a mission to reduce your waste and better care for our planet – composting your food instead of chucking it in your landfill bin – is a great place to start. Luckily when it comes to the topic of composting, my love ..read more
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Why a Membership is the Answer to Tackling your Overflowing Bins
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by Kim Gifford
1y ago
5 years ago I decided I'd had enough with our household rubbish! So, I started taking small steps towards reducing it.  Each day our bin was full to the brim with...well...unnecessary waste.  After one too many guilty runs to put my overflowing bin out for council collection - I decided 'enough is enough'. I started setting waste challenges and goals for our houeshold. I researched, I researched more, and I took small steps towards what I call a less-waste life. Happy to say - I succeeded! Now, we only throw away about a handful of rubbish each week (sometimes more, sometimes less ..read more
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Earth Day 2023 Events in Australia (for the whole family)
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by Kim Gifford
1y ago
Each year on Earth Day millions of individuals come together to drive positive action for our Planet. And there’s never been a more important time than now to recognize what huge environmental problems we are facing. But first, we need to appreciate all it is that our precious Planet brings us. We need to reconnect. We need to see ourselves as one with Mother Nature. Without that…there’s nothing driving the much needed change. So here are events Australia wide that will help you reconnect & take part in year’s Earth Day.   Earth Day Events in South Australia Little Earth Hanging Mobil ..read more
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