As we have stumbled our way through this pandemic, past supermarket shortages and panic buying, it’s become evident just how important food security is and how self-sufficiency may provide the answer. Enter: the permaculture lifestyle. More than just ‘backyard gardening’, permaculture is an attitude that can reap many rewards. Sure, it won’t happen overnight (what…
In Issue 45, author and climate campaigner Anna Rose explained how we all have more power than we think when it comes to influencing and creating real change. When I was four years old, a landmark paper was published by eminent CSIRO scientist Dr Tom Beer. Titled ‘Australian bushfire danger under changing climatic regimes’, the…
What normally comes to mind when you think of Pride month? Parades, parties and pasties? The rainbow too, of course; a riot of colour and light that acknowledges and accepts the full spectrum of humanity in all its glory. For over five decades now, June has served as a time to celebrate. A lot has…
For Kate Nelson, going plastic-free has been a way of life for the past decade. After learning the negative impact that plastic had on our oceans and marine life in 2009, Kate decided to take action and ditch disposable plastics for good – creating her ocean advocacy alias, Plastic Free Mermaid. Her new book offers…
The events of the past few months have turned our world upside down, changing the way we eat, socialise, learn, work – and shop. What impact is the crisis having on the global fashion industry, and how have the people who make our clothes been affected? It’s no secret that retail has been one of…
We know it’s crucial our clothes are kind to the planet and the people who make them – but what about our somewhat smaller, furrier friends? To find out how you can have a wardrobe that prioritises animal welfare, read this handy guide to the biggest animal-cruelty culprits and how to avoid them. ………. Make…
Make the most of your pantry provisions and reduce your weekly food waste with these tips from bestselling author, minimalist and philanthropist Sarah Wilson. In this instalment of The Helpers Series – curated by activist and changemaker Maree Lowes – you’ll learn Sarah’s top eight food hacks, plus how to make her signature Genius Garlic…
Today is World Oceans Day, the day we celebrate the vast wonder that spans 71% of our blue planet. The annual June 8 event is organised by the UN to champion the health and security of our global marine ecosystem. This year’s theme, ‘Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean’, calls attention to the creative minds who…
As we learn more about plastic pollution, the focus is shifting from the big, obvious pieces we see in our day-to-day lives, to the more insidious, teensy tiny bits. This kind of plastic may seem smaller and more inconsequential, but microplastics are increasingly being revealed as the true threat posed by plastic. Marine biologist Alice…
As tensions spark and catch fire around the world – fanned by frustration over systemic violence, bigotry and racism – it’s hard to find the right words to express solidarity and voice our feelings. But our voice and feelings aren’t what’s important right now. Because without answers, the most powerful thing we can do to move…
Get back to basics in the kitchen with author, regenerative farmer and entrepreneur Rebecca Sullivan. Known for her Granny Skills project, Rebecca has a “mission to safeguard granny’s skills by protecting heritage, culture, skills, knowledge and traditions of our elders – passing down what granny knows best”. In this next instalment of The Helpers Series,…
Need something bright and hope-filled to colour your wintery world? Our brand-new Issue 46 is here to help! We speak to our coverstar and ‘Rainbow of Hope’ muralist, artist Deb McNaughton, about hope, resilience and the power of colourful art; see how Australian artists, makers and photographers harnessed their creativity behind closed doors, finding different…