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The ReNewy Living Podcast is a sustainability show that helps you live sustainably from a localised perspective. We uncomplicate sustainability so you can confidently take small, meaningful actions for lasting collective change. Based in Newcastle Australia, each conversation is with change-makers in our community who are doing good for people and planet. These discussions are designed to inspire action, spark critical thinking and connect you with like-minded people. Ultimately, we’ll explo ...
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Do you ever feel frustrated that the traditional large supermarket model isn't working for you anymore? In this episode, I'm chatting with Jane Travers-Drapes, founder of Box Divvy. They're flipping the concept of how we think about fruit and veg shopping by changing the way your purchasing power works. Their un-supermarketing approach is all about…
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In this episode, I chat with Phoebe and Aaron Breckell, the founders of Woohoo Body. Based in Newcastle, but known across the country, they’ve created a natural deodorant and skincare company that’s making a big difference to the planet, giving you a healthy deodorant that works. A summary, plus the links from this episode are found here: What Make…
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In this episode, I’m joined by Yvie Scott, fashion entrepreneur and founder of Aware: The Social Design Project. Yvie launched her Fair Trade business to create meaningful change through ethical fashion and social justice. We explore what it means to run a values-driven business, why supporting communities is her passion, and how Fair Trade can ins…
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Living in an intentional eco village such as Shepherd’s Farm has an overarching common goal of living smart and simply. Based on a rural property outside of Maitland NSW it would seem that the challenges of living a lighter footprint lifestyle would be the same for everyone. However, even though there’s the common goal of living sustainably, there’…
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Unlike the availability of recycling and general rubbish collections, commercial kitchens face big challenges with their food waste. David Sivyer is the founder of Feedback Organic, an organisation focused on reducing food waste from food-based businesses. Starting in Newcastle as a grassroots initiative, Feedback Organic aims to create community-i…
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When you buy clothes off the rack, you're buying the final product. The care tag might tell you the basic information - what it’s made of, where it was made and even where it was designed. But decades of globalised production have left us disconnected from our clothes and the journey it takes to get to us. Rebecca Muscat from Three Muscats Fibre Fa…
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If you have young kids, do you feel your house has been overtaken by too many toys? Toys that are battery operated, have all the bells and whistles or serve only one purpose. Bringing us good news about the value of less plastic toys for more sustainable play are two highly experienced early childhood educators from Caves Beach Uniting Preschool, M…
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Rather than stockpiling your growing needs-to-be-repaired collection at the back of the garage, consider taking it to your local repair cafe. Repair cafes are dedicated to helping you extend the life of your belongings. Thanks to local volunteers, Sam Doove and Gabrielle Clappison, places like the Lake Mac Repair Cafe ensure your items get a second…
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Have you ever thought about how your soap is made? Soap making has been around for thousands of years, but the rise of industrialisation, globalisation, and cluey marketing means we've lost that connection with real soap ingredients and soap making. Someone who does know what's in her soap is Mel Magill from Honeybee House Skin Co. Mel's a Lake Mac…
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You frequently hear the phrase “circular economy” from governments and businesses. But do you know what it really means from a local community perspective? Sharing their perspective are Thomas Michel and Bianca Bartlett from the Newcastle nonprofit startup, The Full Circle Collective. For the blogpost and links mentioned in this episode, head to ht…
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Walking in for a waxing treatment, tinting or facial at a sustainable beauty salon has all the benefits of going to a normal beauty salon. But by far the greatest benefit is knowing that a beauty salon who cares about your skin and body also cares deeply about our planet. Emma Summerhayes is a local Newcastle business owner from Slow Skin Co. She i…
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Community gardens are green spaces that serve a purpose beyond simply growing fresh food. They're about cultivating connections and are a rich solution to tackling big issues. Today we're joined by Adrian Garner from Smokva Community Garden in Wickham. Adrian shares his local knowledge and experience on how community gardens are more than just a sp…
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Pressure washers are excellent for your big outside jobs, but after that once in a blue moon cleaning event, they're bulky to store and can seem like money down the (Karchered) drain. But it's places like The Share Shop in Newcastle that helps you rethink whether you need or actually want to own goods you rarely use. For the blogpost and links ment…
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Two people who know about running successful op shops are Lifeline retail employees, Dalys Harper and David Ison. They explain how op shops are better for your budget and the planet as well as how supporting preloved first has a positive impact in your community. Behind the Op Shop Donation Door When you're decluttering the house or having a clear …
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Anna Noon of the Groundswell Collective is instrumental in establishing Lake Macquarie's first tiny forest. With her team, she aims to bring people together to create a better planet, and shares her expertise & insights on tiny forests. A Local Tiny Forest with Big Benefits You know that feeling when it's a super hot day. You're in a built up envir…
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Hello and welcome to The ReNewy Living Podcast! Join Mardi Lee from ReNewy Living, as we learn together how to naturally embed sustainability into our unique lifestyles.Di ReNewy Living
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