“Waste is a design flaw” says Aussie jewellery maker recycling metal from Lenovo laptops
Holly Ryan is a jewellery maker from Noosa who is using reclaimed metals from old Lenovo laptops to make new pieces.
New expert group established to advise government on transitioning to a circular economy
Professor John Thwaites will chair the expert members, who include chief scientist Dr Cathy Foley and CSIRO boss Dr Larry Marshall.
Thousands of flood-damaged Mizzie the Kangaroo toys are being recycled into Queensland roads
More than 12,000 ruined products will get a second life as local roads and infrastructure thanks to a partnership with a pioneering Australian recycling company.
Edible coffee cup startup Uuvipak wins $50,000 prize in Nespresso circular economy competition
A Brisbane company aiming to produce edible coffee cups from flour byproducts is the first winner of Nespresso's StartCup competition, earning $50,000 to fund its circular economy vision.
Fungi Solutions is using mushrooms to turn winery waste into eco-packaging
Australian startup Fungi Solutions has been experimenting with mushrooms to turn organic vineyard waste into packaging.
Bobbleware: How ‘keep cup for bubble tea’ partnered with a TikTok superstar to help grow revenue 384%
Since committing to her bubble-tea cup business full time six months ago, Jolynn Beh has secured licencing deals with Hello Kitty, and one of Australia’s biggest TikTok stars. Here’s how she did it.
Nespresso launches $50,000 Australian StartCup Challenge to find the next circular economy breakthrough
Many good ideas start over a cup of coffee. Now, thanks to a new competition hosted by Nespresso, Australia's next sustainable innovation could end with an office coffee machine — and a $50,000 cash prize.
Sustainability, circular economies and love: What’s trending in 2022 and beyond
What trends have emerged since COVID-19 started dominating headlines in 2020? And how can businesses capitalise on what's trending in 2022?
Look good, feel good: Research says second-hand clothes shoppers are often more stylish
New research found the higher people rate on style-consciousness, the more likely they are to shop for second-hand clothes.
How Maksha’s eco-friendly apparel is making waves in the no-waste circular economy
Gold Coast-based surf and apparel brand Maksha is among the latest companies tapping into the emerging no-waste circular economy.
Outsourcing your experts: Why engage local suppliers
One of the biggest ongoing struggles for business owners is finding and hiring the right talent for short or contract jobs. So, what are the top five benefits of sourcing experts from your local pool of suppliers?
“The future of fashion retail”: Boutique designer Spell partners with GlamCorner to offer a capsule collection to rent
Byron Bay designer Spell is offering a capsule collection for rent, through a partnership with sustainable fashion startup GlamCorner.