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Nov 19
3 min

Don’t order plastic this Christmas!

Some simple tips to ensure that your next takeaway meal is more food than plastic packaging.

Nov 19
3 min

Give the gift of plastic-free this Christmas

Beautiful Christmas present options that encourage good habits in your friends and family.

Jul 23
6 min

Programs to switch away from plastics - do they work?

Programs to assist businesses to switch - considerations for success.

May 18
3 min

Using reusables for dine-in during COVID-19

Yes reusables are safe during Covid-19! How to use them safely for dine-in operations.

Apr 15
4 min

Using reusables for takeaway during COVID-19

Yes reusables are safe during Covid-19! Our tips for incorporating them into your takeaway service.

Mar 20
5 min

Using compostable takeaway packaging during COVID-19

Some quick tips for businesses on providing sustainable options for takeaway and delivery.

Mar 16
6 min

Incredible plastic-free solutions to copy

Want to take it further? Innovative (but tried and tested) ideas to reduce single-use in your business.

Mar 15
5 min

Sustainable marketing for plastic-free cafes

Our tips for you attract conscious customers who share your values and can help spread the word.

Feb 7
5 min

Reusable Networks - how do they work?

Reusable solutions that are borrowed and returned. Here we explore how they work.

Jan 16
5 min

Are you being greenwashed? Avoid false packaging claims

We’ll show you how to avoid false claims about the environmental credentials of packaging products.

Nov 30, 2019
2 min

Council plastic-free event motion/policy template

Nov 9, 2019
4 min

Plastic water bottles - what are the alternatives for cafes?

Plastic water bottles are a big litter item! We’ll help find the best alternative options.

Oct 31, 2019
5 min

Plastic-free event guidelines

Practical and easily adopted guidelines for events to eliminate single-use plastics.

Oct 31, 2019
2 min

Event vendors guide to eliminating single-use plastic

A 'how-to' guide for food vendors at events.

Oct 10, 2019
3 min

Staff training how-to for plastic free cafes

Now that you’ve switched away from plastic, let’s get your staff on board to ensure your success.

Sep 7, 2019
5 min

Go plastic free & save money! A guide for cafes

Going plastic free doesn’t have to affect your bottom line - you could even save money! Find out how.

Aug 15, 2019
7 min

Six problem plastics cafes can get rid of NOW

Going plastic free can be daunting. If you don't have the time to research options, we can help!

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