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Are compostable bags food safe? What to check in Australia
Compostable and food safe are two separate questions. Here's what each one means, what to look for on the pack, and how ZERO's resealable bags answer both.
How long do compostable bags take to break down?
How long a compostable bag takes to break down depends on where it ends up. Here's what changes the timeline, what the certifications mean, and how to help a bag along in your home compost.
Dishcloth vs sponge: which is better for your kitchen?
Cloths or sponges? How they compare on drying, hygiene and waste, when a sponge still earns its spot, and how to make a reusable cloth last.
Compostable certifications explained: a quick guide for Australian shoppers
Standards, schemes and logos, sorted. What a compostable certification actually means, the main ones you'll see in Australia, and how to match a product to the right bin.
Compostable bag shelf life: how to store them so they last
Compostable bags are designed to break down, so where you keep them matters. Here's how to store them, how to rotate stock, and how to tell when a bag is past its best.
Plastic-free lunchbox ideas: start with one swap
Cut the single-use plastic from school and work lunches with a few easy swaps, a weekly packing routine and food that travels well.
EN 13432 explained: what the European compostable standard means in Australia
EN 13432 is Europe's standard for industrially compostable packaging. Here's what it tests, what it doesn't cover, and how it compares with Australia's AS 4736 and AS 5810.
Wipes in Pregnancy: What to Know About Ingredients and Intimate Hygiene
General, cautious guidance on using wipes during pregnancy: reading labels, what Australian health services say about intimate hygiene, and when to check in with your GP or midwife.
How to dispose of dog poo without plastic
Practical ways to pick up and dispose of dog poo without conventional plastic bags, from home compostable bags to separate pet waste composting, and why your local council's rules come first.