Sustainability

This year, you’ll want to fuel your soul with a number of juicy reads guaranteed to challenge the way you think. Through a broad…

Let’s be real—for a lot of Australians, the 26th of January is seen as a day of beach hangs, backyard cricket and BBQs. But the…

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

It goes without saying that frontline workers have worked tirelessly to keep our cities safe and running over the last 18 months. Whether…

Keen to gift a bit more consciously this Christmas? While it can be the season for excess, picking prezzies that give back is a great way to…

If there’s one thing that gave immense joy to Australians during lockdowns—no matter how long or relentless—it was getting…

Today is International Day of People with Disability—this year’s theme is “Leadership and participation of persons with…

No matter where you are on your journey to living more sustainably, talking about that old “P-word” is always a good idea. Minds…

While generations of men have grown up believing that ‘boys don’t cry’ a new nationwide campaign is out to flip the script…

Joining the strong list of Indigenous-owned labels that are sparking conversations across the country and decolonising our wardrobes comes…

If there’s one thing we all need, no matter the time of the year, it’s a fully stocked drinks cabinet. Instead of opting for…

The term zero waste has been on the upward trend for a while now, but it’s one that we hope will stick around for the long haul. When…

Here’s the deal. Bras, while supportive, aren’t the most environmentally textiles out there, they’re like the plastic…

I’m laughing in a tyre shop with my partner. We’d rather be drinking spritzes, but one of the tyres on my rundown Suzuki Swift…

There are plenty of ways to live a greener, more eco-conscious lifestyle. Ditching single-use plastic helps, as does eating less or no meat,…

Whether your loved one is super eco-conscious or yet to start their sustainability journey, we’ve carefully curated an ethical…

Whether you’re a baby feminist or a seasoned equality fighter, this list covers the freshest feminist reads from Australian and…

With the weather getting warmer, we love to kick-start our day with a nourishing smoothie. But not all vegan protein powders are created…

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

Around this time each year, the non-for-profit Polished Man campaigns for a world where no child experiences violence, and if you’ve…

If you’ve been looking to make more sustainable or ethical choices when it comes to your wardrobe, it can be hard to know where to…

We’ve put together a list of the best vegan documentaries that will have even the most committed carnivore a little shook. Take the…

While Australia has been making positive strides to support LGBTQI+ communities in recent years, there is still a significant amount of work…

Don’t get us wrong, we love heading out for our daily coffee, but sometimes you can’t beat the convenience of a pod-machine…

First up, let me preface this story by saying that I am a beauty product addict. As Urban List’s beauty editor (I know right, what a…

When people talk about the next generation of game-changers creating a better future for all, they’re talking about people like Bianca…

You know when that time of year rolls around and your toes start to feel so icey they could drop right off? If you’re anything like us…

It’s not every day two life-long mates cultivate one of the biggest game-changing brands in the country.  Steeped in…

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

If you’ve looked down recently, you’ve probably noticed that we’re living in an era of "sneakerdom". Reliance, dependence…

Right now, the communities around the world are changing the narrative, and people—especially here in Australia—are finally…

Plastic Free. The option your sober self gets on the ol’ UberEats packaging and the cleaning products you buy in bulk when they're…

This week’s NAIDOC celebrations might not have gone to plan yet again (cheers COVID) but that doesn’t mean that we won’t…

In case you missed it, it's Plastic Free July—a global movement aimed at making sure you're part of the solution to plastic…

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

LGBTQI+ voices may traditionally be marginalised in literature, however, this is slowly but surely changing as the queer community’s…

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

If you’re a young person in Australia right now, the thought of owning your own home could feel like an unattainable dream. With…

Saturday 5 June is World Environment Day, and while we wholeheartedly encourage you to get the ball rolling with a post on social media…

Pride month 2021 is here and big brands are switching gear to monetise the rainbow. In the last decade alone it’s clear to see…

Between wanting to eat more sustainably, all the time spent at home (and trying to avoid supermarkets) in 2020 and the feel-good vibes you…

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

It’s hard to imagine a time where fashion brands weren’t fervently stamped with eco-conscious collections and…

Just a few days ago, I saw a tweet from Yorta Yorta rapper Adam Briggs that resonated with me. “Reconciliation is for white…

26 May 2021 is National Sorry Day and tomorrow marks the beginning of National Reconciliation Week in Australia. The event runs from 27…

If you’re someone who has a reusable coffee cup (and remembers to use it), has a compost at home and regularly engages in meat-free…

In the age where sustainability is a hot topic—and one of the most frequently searched words on Google—it’s clear we all…

Today, Monday 17 May, is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), a day which has been…

For a generation that lives for trends, limited edition, and instant gratification, it should come as no surprise that we millennials are…

I don’t know about you, but I lose approximately 17 tubes of lip balm every year. It doesn’t matter whether they’re in my…

If you go through beauty products as fast as we do, you’ll know how quickly those empty containers can pile up. But now, thanks to a…

If you’re not in the know about adaptive fashion, it's time to meet EveryHuman. Adaptive fashion is clothing specifically designed…

Popular culture is a rudimental part of the world’s genetic makeup. Unifying, inspiring and always questionable—it’s a…

If there’s maybe one positive or silver lining from the world’s post-2020—it’s that it has given us all a few…

More than one billion people in 192 countries participate in Earth Day activities each  year, making it the largest civic observance in…

If you thought the reality of channeling your alter ego of an eco warrior meets sexy seductress was just a pipe dream—think again.…

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

Fashion isn’t known for its green credentials. It’s an industry largely driven by hype, trends, and, in the case of fast…

When it comes to leading an environmentally conscious life, it’s safe to say that many of us are stepping up our green game. From…

Imagine an app where Earth Hour and Ice Bucket Challenges happen every single day. Think—an app that gamifies your good samaritan…

If you haven’t heard of Chella Man, you’re about to be enlightened in a big way.  The trans model, activist, actor and…

The word “allyship” gets thrown around a lot and its true meaning can often get lost in slogan tees and empty social media…

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

No matter how or where you practice, yoga is good for the mind, body and soul, but what if we told you it could do good for the Earth too?…

This week, Victoria revealed that it will be shifting towards providing compulsory consent classes across all state schools as early as next…

Each year, countries all around the world unite together for Earth Hour, one of the largest global movements where millions of people pledge…

In case you missed it, the Australian Government has just kicked off its first ever National Plastics Plan. It’s basically a…

So you want to live a greener life but don’t know where to start? Since we’re all on our phones anyways, why not add more…

There’s no better time than the now to get behind a cause you’re passionate about. Already, 2021 has been a year of action.…

Jill Meagher. Eurydice Dixon. Aiia Maasarwe. Sarah Everard. They were all just trying to get home. Geographically you might not have walked…

When it comes to leading a greener, environmentally-conscious life, it’s safe to say many of us are stepping up our game. Whether…

We know everyone is busy running their own race, especially after the rollercoaster of 2020—we’re still playing catch up. But if…

Appropriately coinciding with International Women’s Day on Monday 8 March, Australia’s first morning after pill delivery service…

If you’ve ever seen the flick Boy Erased, you’ll know the horrors of gay conversation therapy and camps—and if you…

Clean Up Australia Day is Sunday 7 March and it’s more important than ever that we all get involved. Among the regular garbage we…

Bring on ALL of the feels, because a seriously special, goosebump-inducing art installation has just dropped on our city streets. To…

Bless your ears with these incredible LGBTQI+ podcasts that will make you laugh and cry with their raw, honest and hilarious storytelling.…

Innovation throughout the fashion and beauty industry is at an all-time high this year with brands waking up to a new age of inclusivity.…

While cleaning isn’t everyone’s favourite task, it’s a necessary part of life, especially these days. By now we’re…

As Mardi Gras kicks off (and runs until 7 March) we’re seeing loads of amazing collabs to celebrate this truly fabulous, all-inclusive…

There are some pairings that are just total matches made in heaven. The Duke of Hastings and Daphne Bridgerton, chocolate and strawberries,…

It goes by a few names including the Spring Festival (chunjie in China) and Lunar New Year for those in places like North and South Korea…

It’s safe to say that 2020 became the year of mass purchasing, whether it was hand sanitizer, face masks or just regular old cleaning…

Aside from face masks and toilet paper (we’re still shaking our heads at that one), hand sanitiser was easily one of the most popular…

We’ve all been there before. You’re tearing through your stash of swimmers only to find that none of them makes you feel like…

Not sure what to do this 26th of January? Head here to read why we won’t be having a backyard BBQ. Instead we’re using our time…

If one of your new year’s resolutions was to live a greener life, but you've been struggling a little, no…