THE SWAG BLOG — Category_Environment

Eco-friendly gift wrap

4 Zero Waste Gift Wrapping Techniques

Discover 4 zero-waste gift wrapping ideas using newspaper, kraft paper, fabric and reusable bags for a festive season that’s eco-friendly and plastic-free.

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Reuse your Swag

5 Ways to Reuse Your Swag

Learn 5 simple, eco-friendly ways to reuse your Swag. Turn it into compost, plant cover or storage and give back to the Earth sustainably.

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Mindful Oil Usage

Don’t Even Sink About It! 5 Tips for Mindful Oil Disposal

To protect our waterways and improve the welfare of our environment, plus save some $$$ in plumbing fees, here are 5 tips for mindful cooking oil usage and disposal.

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Kids reading

5 Best Children’s Books on Nature

Discover 5 of the best children’s books on nature to inspire curiosity, teach sustainability and help kids fall in love with the planet from an early age.

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Top 10 Eco-friendly Activities for Kids During Lockdown

Top 10 Eco-friendly Activities for Kids During Lockdown

Keep kids entertained at home with 10 fun eco-friendly activities! From leaf collages to seed bombs, discover creative, sustainable ways to learn and play.

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Has Your Swag Grown Mould? Here's What To Do

Has Your Swag Grown Mould? Here's What To Do

Got mould? It is very rare, and often pure bad luck, but your Swag can grow mould – it is a 100% natural product. Here’s what causes fridge mould to grow on your Swag, what you can do about it, and best practices to prevent it!

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Homemade Natural Face Oil Recipe

Homemade Natural Face Oil Recipe

This face oil recipe is one of our faves and is a natural, non-toxic and inexpensive skincare multi-worker (moisturiser, cleanser AND serum).

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Six Environmental Change-Makers Share New Year's Evolutions

Six Environmental Change-Makers Share Their New Year's "Evolutions"

Six sustainability leaders share their inspiring New Year “evolutions” - realistic, impactful changes to support community and the planet in 2021 and beyond.

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5 Thrifty Ways To Use Your Leftovers

5 Thrifty Ways To Use Your Leftovers

Discover 5 thrifty, zero-waste ways to use leftovers beyond recipes, from freezing scraps and composting to regrowing veggies and reducing festive food waste.

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DIY Zero Waste Holiday Gift Recipe: Coffee Scrub!

DIY Zero Waste Holiday Gift Recipe: Coffee Scrub!

Make a zero-waste homemade holiday gift with this easy DIY coffee scrub recipe using leftover grounds. A natural, skin-softening treat that reduces waste.

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5 leave-no-trace camping tips to consider on your next adventure! - The Swag AU

5 Leave-No-Trace Tips For Camping

Planning an eco-friendly camping trip? Discover 5 simple leave-no-trace tips to reduce waste, protect nature and make your next adventure more sustainable.

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From Bean to Brew: the impact of your daily cup o’ jo - The Swag AU

From Bean to Brew: The Impact Of Your Daily Cup of Coffee

Discover how your daily cup of coffee impacts farmers, forests and the planet - and learn simple swaps to support fair-trade, sustainable coffee practices.

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