Kate Meads Blog

Alison Pharaoh, one of the founders of CleanStreetsNZ has penned an awesome article on how she was inspired to step…

Hi guys, Rochelle here, back for a quick and easy tip for keeping your waste to a minimum. This time,…

If you’ve ever been on Pinterest, you’re sure to have seen a million and one upcycling projects, but there’s a lot more to this waste-reducing activity than just shabby-chic pastel coloured furniture. Upcycling is a great way to divert materials from landfills – and save you money in the process! We’ve broken down what it’s all about, why we should be doing it, and compiled some easy and useful upcycling projects.

Kirsten Wilson; the creator of the website TreasureHunting.co.nz, recently shared some thoughts with us on the benefits of shopping secondhand. Check…

We might be halfway through Plastic Free July but it’s not too late to start making changes! To show you just how easy it can be, we’ve put together a few of our absolute essentials when it comes to living plastic-free.

If you’ve decided to take up the challenge this Plastic Free July but are feeling a little overwhelmed and aren’t sure where to start, then we’ve got you covered. Read on for our best tips on how to prepare.

With Plastic Free July just around the corner, there’s no better time to make some positive changes in your life. To make it all a little easier, we’ve broken down what it’s all about, why we should all get involved, and how to make a start right now.

Cutting down on waste doesn’t always mean replacing products and kitting yourself out with all the latest gizmo’s. That’s why we’ve put together a quick guide on how to cut down what you send to landfill without spending a cent on new gear.