Planet

Perth-based PhD student Freya Jackson has been studying the decline in native bees for half a decade—and her ‘bee bed’ may just be the thing to save them. 

Lavish bouquet-filled tablescapes fill our feeds and online orders for bouquets are booming—the internet has transformed the floristry industry, and we’re lapping it up

Keen to live life more sustainably without compromising on style and those experiences that make for a thrilling social life? Us too. 

Make conscious and considered choices when deciding what to buy and give.

Join the Urban List team as we commit to a week-long detox from single-use plastics

Guided by a ‘love your locals’ ethos, Chef Scott Bridger believes that WA is Australia’s state to beat when it comes to securing seasonal supplies. To dive deeper into the methods behind Bridger’s culinary genius, we asked for his top tips for finding Perth’s freshest produce.

It seems fitting that one of Margeret River’s most prestigious wineries is home to arguably the south west's most beautiful cellar doors, not to mention a seriously stunning degustation. But what might surprise you is how down-to-earth and approachable the wine experiences are at Voyager Estate.

Here are six tips for keeping those home appliances sparkling and ready to resell.

With the average Aussie generating a staggering 540 kgs of waste a year, it’s time to get savvy with sustainability around the home. Waste Sorted is fighting the battle against mindless landfill teaching West Aussies how to be a GREAT Sort and do better than the bin. 

We’ve teamed up with the crew at BMW—who have just dropped the BMW iX1, their first fully electric SUV—to fill you in on the reasons an electric car is the right move for you.

To celebrate the release of the BMW iX1, we’ve teamed up with BMW to bring you the best (and tastiest) sustainable restaurants worth jumping in the car for. 

To all of you who kind of want to be more sustainable but kind of think it sounds too tricky, we hear you. We’ll admit that it can be tough to navigate what’s good and what’s bad in this crazy world of greenwashing and information overload, but it’s really not so hard to be the eco-warrior you always wanted to be.

We know, it feels like everyone is enjoying their Euro Summer adventures right now and the itch for a holiday is stronger than ever. If you're thinking of planning a getaway, we've teamed up with AGL Energy to compile a savvy list of tips and tricks to help you optimise your out-of-office hours while minimising your eco-footprint. 

Denmark’s already got plenty of big drawcards, but soon a proposed new cannabis health retreat (an Australian first) could attract even more visitors to the region.

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 to minimise material waste, reduce your spending and most importantly, refine your wardrobe.

Whether you’re a tinnie gal or a kombucha kind of guy, this Empties Day, Saturday, 28 January, you can donate all your eligible empties to one of your local Containers for Change return points, and your 10¢ refund per container will go straight to a cause of your choosing. 

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

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

Going green doesn't mean your investments will be lean. 

It’s pretty remarkable to think an entire movement can be born from a powerful Instagram post. But that’s exactly what happened when Sydneysider Chanel Contos created an Instagram poll in 2021 asking her followers if they or someone close to them had been sexually assaulted when they were at school. Within 24 hours, over 200 people replied ‘yes’. 

Have you ever wondered how someone landed that dream job? What about the jobs you never knew existed? 

You’ve got Azalea Banks’ 212 blasting through your headphones, you’ve just clocked your fastest km to date, and you’re rounding out your morning run with an epic view of the sunrise. Feels good, doesn’t it? 

Welcome to 30 Faces, a celebration of 30 individuals changing the world by 2030. A destination to unearth how they got here, what fuels their passion, and to educate and inspire your own journey towards a future made better. 

We sat down with Western Sydney artist Bianca Beers to chat about growing up in a Paris Hilton-inspired style era (we’re talking over-glossed lips, huge hoops and quilted handbags) and how her art has led her to embrace her colourful and confident style today. 

To put it simply, the theory behind the CE is about transforming our current linear consumption model (Take-Make-Waste) into a circular one that keeps products and services in use for longer (well, forever) to reduce environmental impact and protect precious natural resources. 

We’re shining the spotlight on climate activists, First Nations rights advocates, eco innovators, sustainable fashion designers, disability rights champions, body positivity campaigners—anyone who is taking the leap to be the change they want to see. And now we want you to be part of the search to find our 30th face shaping the next decade. 

Check out our favourite sustainable bedding from Sheridan. 

Trust us, the shelves of country op-shops have more gems begging to be discovered than their picked-over inner-city counterparts. Next time you head down south make sure you make time to stop at these awesome op shops and vintage stores to find some unique treasures. 

Skincare is getting a sustainable glow up. There’s new energy bubbling in 2022 with customers making conscious choices and brands who are transforming our skincare routines and beauty cabinets for the better. 

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

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

If there’s one thing we love about summer, it’s the stacked social cal. And after this year, throwing on your party threads never felt so good. Whether it’s balmy beachside picnics, classy evening soirées or just a good old festive dinner—summer is where the socialising is at.   

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

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 without breaking the bank. But after flights being grounded for so long, we can’t help but worry about the environmental impact of everyone getting back in the air. Sure, we want to explore every hidden corner of our stunning sunburnt land, but first, we need to work on reducing the toll of our travel lust.

On a journey to live a greener life? Technology is proving itself as the key to protecting Mother Earth. Innovative products are making sustainable living more viable and, ultimately, making the world a better place.

When it comes to the beauty industry, sustainable and eco-conscious aren’t often the first words that come to mind, which is why we’re just a little bit obsessed with Anna Ross, the boss babe behind vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand Kester Black.

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 also a seriously healthy way to live. 

The winners of The Circle Awards AUS & NZ 2021 have officially been announced, and our carts (and hearts) are full of sustainable swaps we never knew we needed.

According to the Global Fashion Agenda, across the next decade, the fashion industry’s carbon footprint is set to increase to 2,791 million tonnes and will create 148 million tonnes of waste. Yep, it can feel overwhelming. 

Tune in as we sit down with climate change activist and Bank Australia customer, Emma Roberts, to chat about how her passion for the Daintree Rainforest and virtual reality installations.

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

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 lately. Perth has become a hub for tasty vegan eats, with dedicated market stalls, cafes and restaurants popping up all over the place. 

2020 was, without a doubt, a turbulent year. Both bizarre and devastating, it was one of the most memorable in recent history, with every corner of culture—from music to work-life, fashion, sex, travel, and politics—getting shaken to the core. The New York Times called it “The Year of Blur”, paradoxically packed with significant events, but also a year in which time seemed strung out in the void, slowed down, and stretched out indefinitely. 

Since your perfect summer wouldn’t be complete without the perfect ice cream to cool you down after a long day of sun-drenched adventures, the gang over at Connoisseur have blessed us with a whole new decadent range of plant based ice creams. 

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 bacon, and one where hunting down something plant-based isn’t exactly the easiest of tasks. Which kind of sucks, because breakfast is the best. The good news is, as the popularity of veganism continues to grow, more and more Perth cafes are coming to the party and serving up some very tasty vegan breakfast options. 

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.

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 bright. 

Enter community gardens (or ‘social farms’ as we like to call them, because it sounds far more sophisticated). These gardens allow you to secure your own plot and plant what you like,  while getting advice from experienced growers and fellow plant parents. Trust us—your thumb will be greener in no time. Check out our top picks for the best social farms around Perth, and see what you can do to get involved. 

If you’re like us, and recently you’ve found yourself taking a closer look at your wardrobe and shoe collection—then you’ll want to pay attention to the latest earth-saving initiative to drop from Timberland Australia. 

​When it comes to leading an environmentally conscious life, it’s safe to say we’re all stepping up our game. Whether it’s something small like ditching disposable cups, starting your own food compost at home, or nagging your partner to remember the reusable shopping bags — every little bit helps to make a huge difference.

Welcome to Culture Curve—your go-to guide to what’s on the rise and slide in culture in October 2020.

Hit your stride this spring, Superga just launched an all new Organic Collection that sees their classic styles given an environmentally conscious makeover.

With the borders shut, it’s no surprise that the people of Perth are spending more and more time in Margaret River, but if you’re in a bit of rut with your usual haunts, it’s time to meet One Table Farm.

Created using Cottonised Hemp instead of regular cotton, Levi’s new High Loose and Stay Loose jeans are a revelation for our times. If you’re not yet clued into Cottonised Hemp, this water-saving, energy-saving, low-chemical innovation has been specially designed for Levi’s. 

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

At Urban List, we strongly believe in working together to make small, sustainable changes towards a greener, more socially conscious planet. We believe in the women grabbing these opportunities with both hands and driving change within our communities and beyond to reduce the gap between intention and action.

In celebration of Plastic Free July, local legends Pelli Bags have teamed up with Take 3 For the Sea, Keep Australia Beautiful WA, the North Cottesloe Surf Life Saving Club and Western Metropolitan Regional Council to host a huge beach clean up on Sunday 26 July. 

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

This toilet paper, made of recycled paper and bamboo, is all the three ply goodness your cheeks could need, and their 100 per cent sustainable ethos will keep your carbon footprint from going down the toilet. 

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

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 destroyed our good habits.

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 the fresh produce suffocated in plastic. Had plans to make risotto and need one stick of celery? Too bad, you can only choose from a huge bunch (of which most will go to waste), half a bunch wrapped in cling-wrap or a few pre-chopped sticks in a sealed plastic bag.

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

The Coronavirus pandemic has seen all sorts of Perth’s small businesses going above and beyond to make sure we can still enjoy our favourite meals from the safety of our homes, and that includes our vegan friends. Whether you’re looking for a hearty plant-based meal, a snack or a sneaky vegan sweet treat, these vegan businesses have you covered.

Australian lifestyle and activewear label First Base are tackling the fight against fast fashion head-on with the announcement of their first fully-sustainable made-to-order capsule. So, if you’ve been looking for an excuse to update your WFH uniform, now is absolutely the time. 

​If you like cooking, helping the environment or just generally despise big brand supermarkets, the bulk foods store is your number one friend. There’s something really satisfying about filling up your reusable jars, containers and bags with real produce!

Let us introduce Urban List Sustainability, a commitment we are launching in partnership with Bank Australia to take our platform and our incredible community to the next level as we commit to having an even more positive impact on the planet and its people.

If you don’t know the name Kath Cizeika then chances are you know her label, Empire Rose. Celebrating 22 years in business this year, Kath has managed to grow a cult following in Perth thanks to Empire Rose’s signature pants, jaw-dropping collections and her passion for sustainable, locally made fashion.

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

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

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

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, vegetarian, health conscious or bored of your standard cheeseburger order, we have a list of mouth-watering options that will blow your mind.

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.

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

Described as “earth, people and animal-friendly”, each one of Wolfgang Scout's plush jumpers is hand knitted by Indian artisans, made using Australian yarn and hand-dyed with natural and organic dyes. 

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

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 friend to one of these treats.

Peace'za, everyone’s favourite vegan pizza joint is moving to the heart of Northbridge and if this isn’t the best early Christmas present you’ve ever received then we don’t know what is.

To propel positive change this holiday season, we’ve rounded up seven of our favourite ING Dreamstarter startups, each with standout causes to get behind and sustainable products worth giving.

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

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

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 example, tattoo ink can be made from charred animal bones. Um, excuse me?

Down in this beautiful pocket of the world we’re blessed with some of the most incredible beaches and marine life, but it’s on us all do our bit to ensure the next gen can enjoy and appreciate that big, beautiful blue and its inhabitants.

People are becoming more aware of the impact consuming animal products has on our bodies and our planet and are gradually reducing their intake. With so many ways of doing this, you can hardly blame us for feeling a little lost when it comes to understanding what all these diets actually mean. We set out to discover what the differences between veganism and plant-based eating really are, and this is what we found.

Real Indonesia, a sustainable tour company determined to give you an authentic and life-changing travel experience, promises to immerse you in the heart and culture of Indonesia. They offer a couple of customised tours which take you across rural Bali, giving you a taste of what everyday life in Indonesia looks like, and showing you a beautiful side to Bali which often escapes the travel pamphlets. 

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 like to think so and because we are a socially responsible bunch who likes to support Australian companies, we have sourced the absolute best so you can treat yourself guilt-free. No need to thank us, we're here to share the love!