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Ziploc alternatives: easy swaps for Australian kitchens

Looking for a Ziploc alternative? The easiest swap is a resealable bag that works the same way, then breaks down in your home compost when you're done. Here's how to choose.

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Soft plastics recycling in Australia: what you need to know

Soft plastics recycling is back in parts of Australia, but it has limits. Here's what counts as soft plastic, how to prepare it, and why compostables should never go in.

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Compostable sandwich bags: what Australian shoppers need to know

A good compostable sandwich bag seals properly, holds up in the lunchbox and breaks down in your home compost. Here's what to check before you buy, and how to get the most out of each bag.

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Flushable wipes myths: what Australians need to know

Five common myths about flushable wipes, what Australian water utilities and the AS/NZS 5328 flushability standard actually say, and easy swaps that keep wipes out of the pipes.

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How to store vegetables without plastic at home

Keep veg fresher for longer with less plastic: where each vegetable should live, how to prep it, and when to reach for ZERO cling wrap and resealable bags.

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Compostable vs biodegradable: what Australian shoppers need to know

Compostable and biodegradable aren't the same thing. Here's what each means in Australia, the standards to look for, and where to put them.

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What is PLA? A plain-English guide to the bioplastic in your kitchen

What PLA is, how it's made from plant sugars, why it's BPA free, and how to compost it. Plus how ZERO's certified home compostable cling wrap uses it.

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