Sustainability

News

Denmark WA Could Be Getting Australia’s First Cannabis Health Retreat

Denmark’s already got plenty of big drawcards, but soon a proposed new cannabis health retreat (an Australian first) could…

Style & Design

6 Ways To Embrace Slow Fashion And Reduce Wardrobe Waste

Looking for a way to shake up your wardrobe without costing the earth?? We've teamed up with AGL to share some top tips you can use…

People

8 Incredible WA Aboriginal Artists To Follow In 2023

Indigenous Australians have been creating art on our soil for thousands of years. Widely acknowledged as the oldest unbroken art form in the…

Fashion

Dee Black Boutique

Applecross, WA

Like Depop in real life, Dee Black Boutique is an absolute treasure trove of…

Cafes

Local & Aesthetic

Mount Lawley, WA

Ever wanted to have a cuppa while browsing through vinyl records and admiring…

Local Escapes

Get Off The Grid At One Of Unyoked’s New Tiny Cabins Near Perth

If suffocating under a pile of to-do lists sums up your day-to-day vibe, you’re probably in need of some serious rest and relaxation.…

Style & Design

Unpacking The Label, How Activist James Parr Is Dismantling Stereotypes This Year And Beyond

James is a proud triathlete, model, actor, disability advocate, Wiradjuri man and lululemon’s newest Ambassador. He shares lived…

Local Escapes

Escape It All At This Stunning Eco-Friendly Farm Stay In Denmark

Sustainability and luxury are two things you don’t often find in the same place, but this gorgeous rural home has them both in copious…

Music

The Joy Of Performing And Embracing Spontaneity With Producer, Kid Fiction

For artists like Isaac who are drawn to creating, music is undeniably in their blood, so we've teamed up with Australian Red Cross…

Music

Finding Creativity Through Routine And The Importance Of Giving Back With Memphis LK

We’ve linked up with Australian Red Cross Lifeblood to take you on a deep dive into Australian artists with music in their…

What's On

Give Back To The Planet And Community By Returning Your Empties This Month

Whether you’re a tinnie gal or a kombucha kind of guy, this Empties Day, Saturday, 28 January, you can donate all your eligible…

Career

World Record Holder And Paralympian, Michael Roeger On The Joy Of Running

As part of The Run Up, we chatted to Michael about his journey—what keeps him coming back to running time and again despite the…

Career

Gold-Medalist Ellia Green On The Value Of Sharing And His Journey To Running Happy

As part of The Run Up, a project to unearth the stories of some of Australia's most passionate runners to get you motivated to lace…

Wellness

Ultra Marathon Champion Jacqui Bell On Conquering Challenges One Step At A Time

As part of The Run Up, a project to unearth the stories of some of Australia's most passionate runners to get you motivated to lace…

Fitness

How One Run Turned Into A Life-Changing Passion With Attica Sous Chef, George Wintle

From community and structure, to how life has changed in the whirlwind eighteen months since that first run, we chat with Wintle about his…

People

I Spent A Week Embracing A More Sustainable Morning Routine, Here’s What I Learned

Producer Caitlin Booth takes spent a week embracing more sustainable practices, drawing inspiration from 7-Eleven’s recent…

Sustainability

6 Daily Sustainable Swaps To Help The Planet And Your Pocket

Save your hip pocket and contribute to fairtrade coffee practices by buying your morning brew at 7-Eleven. 

News

Disability Advocate Hannah Diviney On Her Debut Book And The Power Of Representation

Welcome to 30 Faces, a celebration of 30 individuals changing the world by 2030. A destination to unearth how they got here, what fuels…

Entertainment

From A Viral Instagram Post To Building A Social Movement With Chanel Contos

It’s pretty remarkable to think an entire movement can be born from a powerful Instagram post. But that’s exactly what…

Career & Money

Why Diversity Is More Than Size Fluidity, According To Modelling Agent Nikki Mann

When we think of a model, we conjure a standard vision in our minds. You know the one. For decades, model status has remained tall, thin,…

Career & Money

Youth Advocate Yasmin Poole On Morning Rituals And Working Towards A Better Future

Have you ever wondered how someone landed that dream job? What about the jobs you never knew existed?  Oftentimes we're…

Things To Do

Crush The Kilometres And Help Make A Difference This World Ocean Day

You’ve got Azalea Banks’ 212 blasting through your headphones, you’ve just clocked your fastest km to date, and…

Sustainability

Inside The Fashion Psyche Of Hobart Designer Noah Johnson And His Cult Designs

Welcome to 30 Faces, a celebration of 30 individuals changing the world by 2030. A destination to unearth how they got here, what fuels…

Career & Money

Artist Bianca Beers On Noughties Wardrobe Keepsakes And Unapologetic Style

We sat down with Western Sydney artist Bianca Beers to chat about growing up in a Paris Hilton-inspired style era (we’re talking…

Sustainability

Here’s What The Circular Economy Is All About, According To 5 Sustainability Experts

To put it simply, the theory behind the CE is about transforming our current linear consumption model (Take-Make-Waste) into a circular one…

Career & Money

Join The Nationwide Search For Changemakers Shaping The Next Decade

We’re shining the spotlight on climate activists, First Nations rights advocates, eco innovators, sustainable fashion designers,…

Fashion

Where To Go Op Shopping Down South And Score A Vintage Bargain

Trust us, the shelves of country op-shops have more gems begging to be discovered than their picked-over inner-city counterparts. Next time…

Health & Beauty

Meet The 4 Aussie Artists Giving Skincare A Sustainable Glow Up

Skincare is getting a sustainable glow up. There’s new energy bubbling in 2022 with customers making conscious choices and brands who…

Fashion

This Sustainable Sneaker Brand Will Plant 5 Trees For Every Purchase

Born in 2019, Australian-based sneaker brand BLAC needs to be on your radar if you’re looking to take positive, planet-saving steps…

Sustainability

Feel Good With The Best Delivery Driver Moments That Got Our Readers Through Lockdown

As self-professed foodies, we’d have to say that one of the most underrated of them all is the hard-working and often unthanked food…

Style & Design

TikTok Duo Josh And Matt Design On Their Gumtree Collab And How To Nail A Sustainable Aesthetic

Here at Urban List, we often talk about how your fashion thirst shouldn’t cost the earth—and the same goes for your home. …

Activities & Itineraries

Live The Good Life With Our Sustainable Summer Hosting Guide

If there’s one thing we love about summer, it’s the stacked social cal. And after this year, throwing on your party threads…

Sustainability

7 Easy Ways To Pay It Forward And Feel Good This Holiday Season

We’ve wrapped up seven easy ways you can pay it forward to those who need it most. 

Travel

Embrace Eco Travel With These 10 Tours Across Australia

With interstate travel finally back on the table, we’ve spent the last few weeks scouring the web, trying to nab some next-level accom…

Food & Drink

Scope Out Our Team’s Most Memorable Delivery Driver Moments From The Pandemic

We reached out to our foodie-obsessed team and asked them their most memorable delivery driver moments from the pandemic. 

Planet

8 Game-Changing Investments To Help You Live Your Most Sustainable Year Yet

On a journey to live a greener life? Technology is proving itself as the key to protecting Mother Earth. Innovative products are making…

Sustainability

How Kester Black’s Anna Ross Created A Sustainable Beauty Empire

When it comes to the beauty industry, sustainable and eco-conscious aren’t often the first words that come to mind, which is why…

Food & Drink

Work More Plant-Based Meals Into Your Diet Thanks To This Nutritious Meal Delivery Service

Want to be kind to the planet? One of the easiest ways is to eat less meat and move towards a plant-based diet—plus it’s…

Sustainability

Make A Difference And Support These 6 Businesses Doing Better By Our Planet

The winners of The Circle Awards AUS & NZ 2021 have officially been announced, and our carts (and hearts) are full of sustainable swaps…

Cafes

This New Cafe For A Cause Is Giving Away 200 Free Coffees In Perth Next Week

There’s not a whole lot that beats great coffee, but great coffee that does good for the community might just be the pinnacle.…

News

Be Inspired By ‘Democracy In Colour’ Australia’s First Racial And Economic Justice Organisation

Here, we chat with social activist and Bank Australia customer, Tim Lo Surdo about his passion for empowering collective action…

Style & Design

Make Your Next Splurge A Sustainable One With This Beginner’s Guide To Eco-Conscious Shopping

According to the Global Fashion Agenda, across the next decade, the fashion industry’s carbon footprint is set to increase to…

Sustainability

Learn About Climate Breakdown In The Daintree Rainforest With This VR Experience

Tune in as we sit down with climate change activist and Bank Australia customer, Emma Roberts, to chat about how her passion…

Sustainability

Show Your Fave Zero-Waste Brand Some Love By Voting In The Circle Awards Now

Here at Urban List, we're passionate about putting our best foot forward, dedicated to being as conscious as possible when it comes to…

Restaurants

15 Of Perth’s Best Vegan Cafes And Restaurants

Living a plant-based life is certainly nothing new, but, as you may have noticed, the popularity of the vegan diet has been on the rise…

News

Everything You Need To Know About ‘Data Bias’ And How It Affects Women

Implementing positive action to help make the world a better place takes courage, strength and tenacity. But to encourage and help others to…

Sustainability

Everything To Expect When Going Plastic Free, From Someone Who’s Done It For Two Years

At Urban List, we believe it’s important to recognise trailblazers who align their values with actions, which is why we’ve…

People

7 Perth Women In Hospitality To Take Note Of This International Women’s Day

Today, and every day, we’re celebrating the women in WA’s food and drink scene that are pushing the envelope. While we could…

What's On

This Unique Cultural Fest At WA Museum Boola Bardip Will Make You See Perth Differently

The Museum of Freedom and Tolerance is helping unearth the untold stories of Perth's marginalised communities through their…

Planet

Get Down And Decadent, Where To Load Up On Connoisseur’s New Drool-Worthy Plant Based Flavours

Since your perfect summer wouldn’t be complete without the perfect ice cream to cool you down after a long day of sun-drenched…

Sustainability

Make 2020 Count, Here’s How You Can Support 7 Worthy Australian Causes This Season

Skip the socks and do something worthwhile with your time and your coin. 

Planet

Tuck Into Perth’s Best Vegan Breakfasts

Being vegan can often make going out for breakfast a little tricky, given it’s a time of day that typically lends itself to eggs and…

Sustainability

​Here’s How To Make An Impact This Festive Season, According To Trailblazer Jan Fran

If this year has taught us anything, it’s that we can no longer stand back and turn a blind eye to the injustices of the world.

Sustainability

Clear Your Cabinet And Get Glowing With This Earth-Friendly Botanicals Skincare

Gone are the days that we would have to choose between our skin and the planet. The future is here people, and our skin is looking oh, so…

Planet

Get Growing At 8 Of The Best Community Gardens Around Perth

Enter community gardens (or ‘social farms’ as we like to call them, because it sounds far more sophisticated). These gardens…

People

Sustainability Spotlight | Get Behind These 3 Aussies Changemakers Helping Our Planet

We’re passing the mic to three ethical trailblazers making our world a better place.

News

Escape Reality With Workations, Ephemeral Hotels, Vampire Culture And Eccentric Utopian Style

Your go-to guide to what’s on the rise, and on the slide in culture right now. 

Local Escapes

Get To Know Voyager Estate Through Their 7-Course Discovery Menu

2020 is the year to explore our big, beautiful backyard and of course, while doing that, you’ll want to work your way through the best…

Style & Design

Help Save The Planet With Fresh Kicks And Threads From Timberland

If you’re like us, and recently you’ve found yourself taking a closer look at your wardrobe and shoe collection—then…

Sustainability

How You Can Help Save The Planet By Making The Switch To Renewable Energy

​When it comes to leading an environmentally conscious life, it’s safe to say we’re all stepping up our game. Whether…

Style & Design

Step To It, Superga Just Launched An Organic Sneaker Range Dropping This Spring

Hit your stride this spring, Superga just launched an all new Organic Collection that sees their classic styles…

Local Escapes

Meet The YouTube-Famous Regenerative Farmers Shaking Things Up In Margaret River

With the borders shut, it’s no surprise that the people of Perth are spending more and more time in Margaret River, but if…

Fashion

Get Back Into Denim With Levi’s Dreamy New Earth-Friendly Cottonised Hemp Jeans

Created using Cottonised Hemp instead of regular cotton, Levi’s new High Loose and Stay Loose jeans are a revelation for our times. If…

Planet

Get Behind The Latest Climate Initiative And Refresh Your Locks For A Cool Cause

This August, an incredible climate initiative is going down to save our forests and your haircut could be the answer.

Sustainability

Why You Need To Get Around These 7 Boss Females Making Powerful Social Change

At Urban List, we strongly believe in working together to make small, sustainable changes towards a greener, more socially conscious planet.…

People

Cue The Inspiration, The World’s First Hijabi Ballerina Stephanie Kurlow On Chasing Your Passions

Attention dreamers, we’re here to deliver you with your daily dose of inspiration with Stephanie Kurlow, the world's first hijabi…

News

Watch This Space, The Art Gallery Of WA Has Scored Itself An Epic Rooftop Revamp

Just when we thought we couldn’t love the McGowan Government any more, they’ve gone and announced that ADCO Constructions has…

Planet

Round Up Your Mates And Head To Cottesloe For This Mega Beach Clean Up

In celebration of Plastic Free July, local legends Pelli Bags have teamed up with Take 3 For the Sea, Keep Australia…

Fashion

Level Up Your Plastic-Free July With These 5 Life-Changing Essentials

Got your keep cup and a reusable water bottle? Level up with these plastic-free products from Go For Zero. 

Local Escapes

Pack Your Itinerary With These 15 Awe-Inspiring Indigenous Tours To Take In WA

The Aboriginal people of Western Australia have had a connection with the land for over 50,000 years. That makes it the world’s…

Sustainability

Save The Planet And Plant A Tree With This Brand New Eco Loo Paper

This toilet paper, made of recycled paper and bamboo, is all the three ply goodness your cheeks could need, and their 100 per…

People

What You Need To Know About Perth’s Black Lives Matter Protest Happening Next Saturday

This month, the country will see several solidarity protests for the death of George Floyd and as well as the deaths of Aboriginal and…

Sustainability

Ditch Excessive Plastic Packaging Thanks To These 5 Eco-Friendly Brands

Shop sustainably with these five eco-conscious brands that are ditching plastic packaging in favour of a more sustainable option. 

Planet

Dust Off Your KeepCup, These Perth Cafes Are Accepting Reusable Cups Again

Just as we’d all gotten so good at remembering our reusable cups each time we went to our favourite Perth cafe, COVID came along and…

Sustainability

Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is With These 6 Simple Sustainable Tips

The truth is, living a more sustainable lifestyle doesn’t have to be time-consuming—in fact, it can be quite the opposite. 

Planet

Where To Buy Plastic-Free Fresh Produce In Perth

If you’re on a plastic-free mission it can be a little disheartening when you arrive at the supermarket to find more than a third of…

Sustainability

Improve Your Carbon Footprint On The Daily With These 5 Surprising Sustainable Swaps

If you’re nailing Keep Cup life and reusable tote bags, this article is for you. 

Style & Design

Heads Up, Here’s How You Can Score This Hyped Personalised Water Bottle For A Steal

Grab yourself a re-usable, vacuum insulated water bottle that is not only stylish but also eco-friendly for 20 per cent off. 

Bars & Pubs

Bring On The Good Vibes Thanks To The Court’s Epic Party Packs And New Drive Thru Bottle Shop

While we can’t get back to The Court as we know it just yet, the team there has gotten creative and is bringing their fun…

Planet

Treat Yourself And The Planet With Perth’s Best Vegan Deliveries

The Coronavirus pandemic has seen all sorts of Perth’s small businesses going above and beyond to make sure we can still enjoy our…

Style & Design

Level Up Your Workout Wardrobe With First Base’s Fully-Sustainable, Made-To-Order Capsule

Australian lifestyle and activewear label First Base are tackling the fight against fast fashion head-on with the announcement of their…

News

Urban Culture Curve | Pave A Way Forward With New Wave Positive Publishing

This month, we look at the power of positive headlines in a crisis, the industry emerging to serve our newly-formed at-home dining…

People

Get To Know These Up-And-Coming Indigenous Artists In WA

These up-and-coming artists are hitting the wow-factor with their remarkable Aboriginal art, but not as you know it. With mediums like…

Planet

Stock Your Pantry At The Best Bulk Foods Stores In Perth

​If you like cooking, helping the environment or just generally despise big brand supermarkets, the bulk foods store is your number…

Sustainability

Have A Positive Impact On The World With Us As We Take On Sustainability

Let us introduce Urban List Sustainability, a commitment we are launching in partnership with Bank Australia to take our platform and our…

What's On

Get Dressed Up For The Queer Punk House Party Coming To A Screen Near You

Bringing a whole new meaning to the phrase all dressed up with nowhere to go, Cherry Bomb and Lucy’s Love…

News

Get Pumped, The East Perth Power Station Is Set To Become A Buzzing Waterfront Precinct

After sitting empty for almost forty years, we’re finally a bit closer to seeing the East Perth Power Station come back to life, but…

Style & Design

Going Green | 6 Ways To Reduce Your Eco-Footprint At Home

To inspire you to live an eco-conscious life, we’re bringing you a slew of bite-size tips to reduce your eco-footprint at home. 

Planet

Embrace Slow Fashion With Perth’s Queen Of Sustainable Style

If you don’t know the name Kath Cizeika then chances are you know her label, Empire Rose. Celebrating 22 years in business this…

People

Get Caffeinated For A Cause At Fremantle’s First Equal Opportunity Cafe

Sitting pretty in the community hub at DADAA, which is in the Old Boy’s School on Adelaide Street, Humble Pantry is…

Planet

Go Green At Home With These Simple Sustainable Hacks

From your kitchen to the laundry, here’s how to be kind to the planet and even save some dollars along the way.

Planet

Wave Goodbye To Excessive Packaging With These 6 Eco-Friendly Brands

These six standout brands with innovative packaging ideas are here to help save the planet. 

Things To Do

Indulge In Decadent Vegan Desserts At This New Plant-Based Restaurant

Eden, Bondi’s newest plant-based restaurant, is helping you level up your vegan dinner date with their exclusive beach-inspired,…

Planet

Perth’s Best Vegan And Vegetarian Burgers

We love nothing more than indulging in a jam-packed burger and we believe no one should be robbed of this juicy joy. Whether you are vegan,…

Planet

Where To Find Perth’s Best Vegan Pizza

To save you the effort, we’ve scoured the streets to find the best vegan pizza Perth has to offer, dairy-free cheese and all.

Planet

Prepare To Drool, Everyone’s Fave NYC-Style Pizza Joint Is Expanding And Launching A Vegan Range

Size definitely does matter, and that’s why Perth’s cult favourite NYC-style pizza joint is expanding. And even the menu is…

Originals

The Stylish Aussie Sisters Behind Twoobs Talk Podcasts, Mentors and Disrupting The Shoe Market

You’d be hard pressed to find someone who doesn’t adore sartorial sister act Jess and Stef Dadon. From their perfectly curated…

Fashion

Fall For The Winter Charms Of This New Sustainable Knitwear Label

Described as “earth, people and animal-friendly”, each one of Wolfgang Scout's plush jumpers is hand knitted by Indian…

Getting The Gig

How Vincent Tolefe Founded His Own Record Label At 23

As far as dream jobs go, they don’t get much greater than owning your own record label. Top that off with the fact that you’re…

Threads

Tkay Maidza Talks Streetwear, Killer Style And Never Blending In

Tkay Maidza is the ambitious Australian rapper taking up space on everyone’s playlist right now. We caught up with her during…

Markets & Food Events

Where To Load Up On Magnum’s New Vegan Dessert

Magnum has announced that vegans can have a piece of the goodness.

Planet

The Ultimate Vegan Gift Guide

You never realise how hard it is to buy for a vegan until you’re stuck doing it. Make things easy on yourself and treat your vegan…

Restaurants

Perth’s Favourite Vegan Pizza Is Coming To Northbridge

Peace'za, everyone’s favourite vegan pizza joint is moving to the heart of Northbridge and if this isn’t the best early…

Style & Design

7 Sustainable Startups To Get Behind

To propel positive change this holiday season, we’ve rounded up seven of our favourite ING Dreamstarter startups, each with standout…

Cafes

Roho Bure Is Bringing Perth’s Best Vegan Ice Cream To Leederville

Hold onto your waffle cones ladies and gents because our fave vegan gelato shop, Roho Bure is springing open in Leederville, just in time…

Career & Money

Getting The Gig | Flex Mami On Becoming The Ultimate Slashie

If you don’t know Flex Mami, then you must have been living under a rock. A very uncool rock. Flex, or Lillian to her closest pals, is…

Health & Beauty

This Colourful Vegan Beauty Range Is Damn Insta-Worthy & Just Gimme

Seriously though, how much time do you have because we’ve been lusting over everything all damn day.

Planet

Our Ultimate Guide To Vegan Booze

Being vegan is kinda tricky. You find that a bunch of random things you’ve never looked twice at are, in fact, not vegan. For…

Beauty

10 Eco-Friendly Beauty Products Doing Their Bit For The World’s Oceans

Down in this beautiful pocket of the world we’re blessed with some of the most incredible beaches and marine life,…

Wellness

Vegan or Plant-Based: What’s The Difference?

People are becoming more aware of the impact consuming animal products has on our bodies and our planet and are gradually reducing their…

Travel

New Sustainable Tours Are Running In Bali And They’re Worth Your Hard Earned Dollies

Real Indonesia, a sustainable tour company determined to give you an authentic and life-changing travel experience, promises to immerse you…

Beauty

12 Of The Best Australian Vegan Beauty Products To Invest In

Imagine if vegan beauty was more than a hashtag? Could the cute bunny on the packaging really make a difference? Here at The Urban List, we…