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Snap up second-hand treasure this Buy Nothing New Month
This October, to celebrate Buy Nothing New Month, why not visit one of Council’s Treasure Troves at Geebung or Acacia Ridge and find a second-hand…
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5 wheely good reasons to go electric
If your current car is on its last legs and you’re in the market for a new ride, here’s some motivation to make your next…
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Brissy residents share their best sustainable swaps
We know that small habits can have a BIG impact, so Urban Utilities asked Brissy locals to share some of the inventive ways they’re saving…
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The why and how of taking low-carbon action
There’s a lot of talk about ‘low carbon’ and ‘greenhouse gas emissions’, but what do these terms actually mean? By understanding the concept of carbon…
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4 ways to get your recycling right every time
Did you know that about 16% of the average general waste bin contains items that could have been recycled? That might not seem like a…
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How to protect our feathered friends from window collisions
Mornings in Brisbane would not be the same without the melodious tunes and raucous squawks of our local birds. Birds not only provide us with…
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First home hacks
Buying your first home is exciting yet daunting, but you can balance your mortgage and implement sustainable actions with these budget-friendly hacks. From LED bulbs…
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A journey to zero-waste cooking
A culinary revolution quietly unfolded in May, as OzHarvest, BioPak, and celebrity chef Alastair McLeod united for “Cooking for Change”- an inspiring zero-waste event that…
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The ultimate guide to Brisbane’s pre-loved markets
This list of Brisbane’s best fashion markets has got you covered all the way from the north side to the south.
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