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Welcome to my Blog
Welcome to my Blog page. Over the years I have written many articles and had guests write articles too. So grab a cuppa and check out everything I have learned along my journey so far!
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Kate Fenwick
4 days ago2 min read
What’s in Your Bin? How to Do a Waste Audit at Home
Discover how to conduct a waste audit at home to identify and reduce your household’s waste. It’s easier (and more fun) than you think!
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Kate Fenwick
Jan 222 min read
Your NZ Guide to Waste Education and Forums
Get exploring, start following, and bookmark these pages. Waste education isn’t just about reducing your trash—it’s about gaining the tools
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Kate Fenwick
Jan 221 min read
Waste Minimisation 101: Where to Start on Your Journey to Less Waste
Waste minimisation doesn’t have to be overwhelming. It’s about making small, intentional changes to your daily habits that add up to big env
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Kate Fenwick
Jan 212 min read
Back-to-School Without the Waste
As the new school year approaches, the rush to stock up on supplies begins. But getting ready doesn’t have to mean filling bins
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acacia38
Dec 11, 20243 min read
Empowering Students Through Sustainable Practices: A Hands-On Journey into Reusable Products
As an educator, one of the most rewarding aspects of my role is watching students take an idea and turn it into something meaningful and...
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Kate Fenwick
Oct 14, 20243 min read
SPONSOR BLOG: The Green Collective | Unique & sustainable ways to wrap gifts.
Panic, without wrapping paper what will you do? You need to wrap your gift, disguise it and make it look stylish, creative or even...
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Kate Fenwick
Oct 7, 20242 min read
SPONSOR BLOG | ECO-FRIENDLY PERIODS: AWWA -THE BEST SUSTAINABLE PERIOD UNDERWEAR
In today's world, eco-consciousness is on the rise, and for a good reason. It's no surprise that this wave of sustainability has extended...
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Kate Fenwick
Sep 18, 20243 min read
Simple Change: Go Solid with Soap, Shampoo, and Conditioner Bars
Solid soap bars are one of the easiest low waste swaps you can make today to have a sustainable impact on the environment. What used to...
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Kate Fenwick
Aug 7, 20242 min read
Simple Change: Reusable Coffee Cups
It is awesome to see that in recent years, we have seen a rise in the use of reusable coffee cups. These cups are not only eco-friendly...
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Kate Fenwick
Aug 7, 20242 min read
Love your Leftovers!
Leftovers are one of the top wasted foods in New Zealand. People are constantly buying or making food, putting it in the fridge then...
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Kate Fenwick
Aug 6, 20241 min read
ReDiscover Rolleston: A Cool Venue in Selwyn
Our workshops take us to some really cool places in NZ and we get to present in some cool venues! This week Kate presented in the...
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Kate Fenwick
Aug 6, 20243 min read
Our Week at Waste Minz Conference
About last week...a week of inspiration! Our whole team headed over the hill to Hamilton for the 2023 Waste Minz Conference. We had a...
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Kate Fenwick
Aug 6, 20243 min read
Sponsor Blog: Caliwoods | Everyday Guide to Reusables
Recent years have accelerated a much-needed movement towards reducing waste and becoming more environmentally conscious - woohoo! One of...
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Kate Fenwick
Aug 6, 20242 min read
Simplify Your Life with Meal Planning
Meal planning is one of the oldest tricks in the book that can help individuals and families save time, money, and reduce food waste....
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Kate Fenwick
Aug 6, 20242 min read
Sponsor Blog: Caliwoods | Embracing Low-Waste Beauty - The World of Reusable Safety Razors
In a world that’s becoming increasingly conscious of its environmental impact, embracing a low-waste lifestyle has gained significant...
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Kate Fenwick
Aug 5, 20246 min read
Ultimate Guide: Waste Reduction in the Kitchen
An easy way to get started on your waste-free journey is to simply buy eco-friendly or zero-waste alternatives to everyday items once...
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Kate Fenwick
Aug 5, 20248 min read
Ultimate Guide: Waste Reduction with a Baby!
When a new baby arrives in the house, so many things change. Your routine turns into what routine? Your total outlook on life changes...
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Kate Fenwick
Aug 5, 20244 min read
Ultimate Guide: Waste Reduction while out and about!
Drink your coffee in the cafe. Drinking coffee in a mug is actually the ideal zero-waste option – taking the extra 10-15 mins to enjoy...
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Kate Fenwick
Aug 5, 20244 min read
Compost like a Pro: The 3 Main Methods
Recycling Food Waste This is something that is much easier than you would expect. In years gone by, every household had a compost heap....
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Kate Fenwick
Aug 5, 20243 min read
Upcycling: Projects you might actually do!
If you’ve ever been on Pinterest, you’re sure to have seen a million and one upcycling projects, but there’s a lot more to this...
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