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The ReNewy Living Podcast is a sustainability show that helps you live sustainably from a localised perspective. We do this by taking a ”reduce and reuse”, and ”start where you live” approach. Based in Newcastle Australia, each conversation is with change-makers in our community who are doing good for people and planet. You’ll discover how community, culture, and our natural environment intertwine to create a positive environmental impact. Join me, as we learn together how to naturally embed ...
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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.Από τον ReNewy Living
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