The pain of losing a loved one is always unbearable and takes time for the bereaved to heal and accept reality. But the most heart-wrenching experience comes about when dealing with the sentimental belongings of the loved one who had just passed on a few days ago. Given that this…
Both the local communities and the global leaders have been calling for the best solution for the rubbish throwaway culture. Beyond the households and individuals, waste has been representing a broad challenge that affects livelihoods and human health, prosperity and environment. Poorly managed waste has been contaminating the oceans, clogging…
From the time mankind began living in communities, the effective disposal of waste has been a major issue. As the population increased, the volume of waste also increased and its management became a problem. The narrative has been the same in Sydney for centuries. Prior to the arrival of the…
Many of us have old furniture that we do not use anymore yet we find it hard to throw away. Most of our furniture reminds us about something or a stage in life. As years progress, we acquire new furniture and we are left wondering what to do with the…
You might not know this, but that piece of junk that finds its way into your trash bin everyday may just turn out to be the hidden treasure you’ve been looking for. In essence, the things people deem as garbage, such as glass bottles, plastic pots and paper rolls are…
Imagine this scenario. Your next-door neighbour has just thrown a piece of old furniture for council collection. According to your assessment, the set perfectly fit your living room and you have probably seen someone picking such stuff before. And in any case, the owner has shown clear intentions of giving…
One of the major challenges in the world today is how to manage waste and conserve our environment. There are many types of waste that are hazardous to our environment, one of them is food waste. Food waste is the food that gets discarded before being consumed. Over a third…
It is already late in the night, and you realise you’ve got a ton of waste rolling around after a renovation or from hoarding rubbish but you have already filled up your bin. So, do you keep the extra trash until the time comes? Or, do you pry around to…
Recycling is amazing. It creates a healthier environment, prevents unnecessary waste, and saves a lot of energy. Out of all the waste produced by humans, 75% is recyclable. Therefore, there are many types of waste that shouldn’t get into your recycling bin. Some items can easily damage recycling equipment, and…
