Sydney dives into discovery and wonder with Ocean Lovers Festival 2026
This year’s program is structured around three core areas: Discovery, action and experience.
Future Fur debuts with faux fur throws made from plastic bottles
“Future Fur is a continuation of the recycled faux fur journey we started in 2020, refined for everyday living,” said Wilkins.
Heliograph creates plastic-free alternative to iconic soy sauce fish bottle
The new packaging – called Holy Carp! – is made from bagasse pulp, a fibrous by-product of sugar production.
RMIT researchers turn coffee waste into lower-carbon concrete
The researchers have already tested the concept on a footpath project.
Old tyres help build longer-lasting roads in hot climates
Researchers intend to enhance long-term road performance by modifying road materials.
‘Giving a Puck’: Single O, Reground partner for coffee upcycling program
This ‘Giving a Puck’ campaign is set to tackle used coffee grounds, one of the most overlooked waste streams.
This eco-friendly alternative to vinyl or hard flooring is made from recycled waste
Commercial flooring company Milliken has partnered with Saveboard to launch carpet-recycled flooring
Made With Plants launches dairy-free cheese range in Australia
Customers can purchase products in Coles supermarkets across Australia and online.
Innonature launches cork-based sleeve for wine packaging
Australia’s Innonature Packaging Solutions has developed a protective sleeve for wine and spirit bottles…
Freedom Fast Cats charts a course for plastic-free tourism
The company aims to minimise waste and reduce the risk of plastics entering the Great Barrier Reef.
Western Australian scientists launch ‘vanishing’ bioplastic
Researchers are using microbes found to create dissolvable bioplastics for packaging.
Haleon, Pharmacycle launches blister pack recycling program in Australia
The program introduces a household recycling satchel that allows consumers to return empty blister packs.
Five:AM launches paper-based yogurt tubs to reduce plastic waste
Developing paper-based packaging for a liquid product required extensive research to ensure freshness and quality.
Engineers develop eco-concrete from water waste, targeting $70 billion savings
Engineers at the University of South Australia have unveiled a material from water treatment…
Jazz apples launches compostable stickers in Australia
Australia-based apple brand Jazz has unveiled compostable stickers for the new season, an initiative…