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WA's ultimate guide to bulk food shops
Posted on: Feb 6, 2024
As more GREAT Sorts embrace low waste living, bulk food stores are growing in popularity. A bulk food store is a type of grocery shop that specialises in selling a wide variety of food products in bulk bins or dispensers.
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
- Second hand
Join the repair economy
Posted on: Dec 21, 2023
GREAT Sorts in your neighbourhood put less in their landfill bin by visiting their local repair lab or repair cafe.
- Household
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
- Avoid
The Sharing Economy 101: Share Sheds
Posted on: Oct 20, 2023
There are many items in people’s homes that sit unused for most of the year, such as a lawnmower, camping equipment, a pasta maker or even a smoke machine.
- Household
- Recycling
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
- Second hand
- Community event
- Food waste
From trash to treasure: give where you live
Posted on: Jul 14, 2023
If you’ve ever tried to declutter your place, you may have found yourself a little unsure about where to find the best homes for your pre-loved items.
- Plastic-alternatives
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
- Avoid
Making a difference on World Environment Day: steps for a greener future
Posted on: May 30, 2023
It’s easy for environment and climate issues to feel overwhelming, and to wonder what impact your contribution can make towards a greener, more sustainable world. Luckily, there are plenty of things you and your household can do to play your part and make a difference.
- Plastic-alternatives
- Household
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
- Community event
Your guide on how to thrive during Plastic Free July
Posted on: Jul 13, 2020
If you’re intrigued by Plastic Free July and keen to understand what it is and how you can get involved read on because we’ve put together a concise information guide for you.
- Household
- Recycling
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
- Second hand
What to do with old clothes you can't donate
Posted on: Jul 13, 2020
Not all used clothes will be good enough to donate to charity. Here are nine creative ways to recycle and repurpose old clothes and textiles, avoiding sending them straight to landfill when you can’t donate them
- Plastic-alternatives
- Household
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
Waste Free Wednesdays
Posted on: Jul 13, 2020
Intimidated by the thought of eliminating plastic for a full month? Get into Plastic Free July training early this year by embracing something we like to call Waste Free Wednesday!
- Plastic-alternatives
- Recycling
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
Waging war on single-use plastics
Posted on: Jul 13, 2020
Convenience or environmental disaster? Single-use plastics are ever-present in everyday life. Find out what you can do to reduce them.