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How to Make a Home Sustainable... the Easy Way!

How to Make a Home Sustainable... the Easy Way!

When we consider the big-picture impact humanity has on the environment, our individual actions can feel a little insignificant. The whole concept of living more sustainably might seem overwhelming, but...

How to Make a Home Sustainable... the Easy Way!

When we consider the big-picture impact humanity has on the environment, our individual actions can feel a little insignificant. The whole concept of living more sustainably might seem overwhelming, but...

How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes Naturally

How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes Naturally

Summer is here, and so are the mozzies. Those pesky little bugs manage to find their way onto the surface of your skin even when you're inside the house. Many of...

How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes Naturally

Summer is here, and so are the mozzies. Those pesky little bugs manage to find their way onto the surface of your skin even when you're inside the house. Many of...

10 Sustainability Ideas for Schools with Biome

10 Sustainability Ideas for Schools with Biome

First of all, congratulations! It's incredible that you've taken the initiative and consideration for the environment to reach out to brands like Biome for guidance on coming up with sustainability...

10 Sustainability Ideas for Schools with Biome

First of all, congratulations! It's incredible that you've taken the initiative and consideration for the environment to reach out to brands like Biome for guidance on coming up with sustainability...

How To Incorporate Australian Native Ingredients Into Your Food

How To Incorporate Australian Native Ingredient...

Australia's Indigenous communities have used native ingredients in traditional dishes and medicines for more than 40,000 years. Australian native ingredients not only offer nutritional and medicinal value, but are also...

How To Incorporate Australian Native Ingredient...

Australia's Indigenous communities have used native ingredients in traditional dishes and medicines for more than 40,000 years. Australian native ingredients not only offer nutritional and medicinal value, but are also...

Sustainable Coffee: Eco-friendly Practices - Start to Finish

Sustainable Coffee: Eco-friendly Practices - St...

We love a cup of coffee or two throughout the day, but we don't love the potential impact our coffee habit has on the environment. Don't worry — we're not...

Sustainable Coffee: Eco-friendly Practices - St...

We love a cup of coffee or two throughout the day, but we don't love the potential impact our coffee habit has on the environment. Don't worry — we're not...

The Pet Guide: Composting Poo and Litter

The Pet Guide: Composting Poo and Litter

For every pet owner, pet minder and dog walker, disposing of pet waste is a daily task. Picking up pet waste is the socially respectful thing to do; it helps...

The Pet Guide: Composting Poo and Litter

For every pet owner, pet minder and dog walker, disposing of pet waste is a daily task. Picking up pet waste is the socially respectful thing to do; it helps...

Ten reasons to swap your plastic pegs to steel pegs 

Ten reasons to swap your plastic pegs to steel ...

1. Longevity The number one benefit of steel pegs is longevity! They are designed to last you a lifetime. (If you pick the correct type of steel for your home...

Ten reasons to swap your plastic pegs to steel ...

1. Longevity The number one benefit of steel pegs is longevity! They are designed to last you a lifetime. (If you pick the correct type of steel for your home...

Five ways to create a self-care sanctuary at home or work

Five ways to create a self-care sanctuary at ho...

While some people are able to zone out from the world and tune in to themselves with impressive ease (whether they're on a bus packed with passengers or plonked in...

Five ways to create a self-care sanctuary at ho...

While some people are able to zone out from the world and tune in to themselves with impressive ease (whether they're on a bus packed with passengers or plonked in...

WORLD FIRST: Reusable Bottles Made From Certified 90% Recycled Stainless Steel

WORLD FIRST: Reusable Bottles Made From Certifi...

Badges of environmental distinction, reusable bottles are a mainstay in our daily lives. They keep us hydrated and happy, our chilled drinks icy cold, and our morning coffee piping hot....

WORLD FIRST: Reusable Bottles Made From Certifi...

Badges of environmental distinction, reusable bottles are a mainstay in our daily lives. They keep us hydrated and happy, our chilled drinks icy cold, and our morning coffee piping hot....

How to Store and Wash Reusable Face Masks to Help Stop the Spread of Germs

How to Store and Wash Reusable Face Masks to He...

How to store your reusable face mask Instead of stuffing it into your pocket, bag, or glovebox, or leaving it on the cafe table, store your reusable cloth mask in...

How to Store and Wash Reusable Face Masks to He...

How to store your reusable face mask Instead of stuffing it into your pocket, bag, or glovebox, or leaving it on the cafe table, store your reusable cloth mask in...

Why breastfeeding mums need Silverette Nursing Cups

Why breastfeeding mums need Silverette Nursing ...

Silverette Nursing Cups may soothe, protect and repair the nipple at all stages of the breastfeeding or pumping journey. Read Silverette Nursing Cup reviews, find out how to use them...

Why breastfeeding mums need Silverette Nursing ...

Silverette Nursing Cups may soothe, protect and repair the nipple at all stages of the breastfeeding or pumping journey. Read Silverette Nursing Cup reviews, find out how to use them...

More Green Time, Less Screen Time With Your Wild Books

More Green Time, Less Screen Time With Your Wil...

“How are children going to care about the environment and look after our planet if they spend a decreasing amount of time connecting to nature?” - by Brooke Davis author...

More Green Time, Less Screen Time With Your Wil...

“How are children going to care about the environment and look after our planet if they spend a decreasing amount of time connecting to nature?” - by Brooke Davis author...

Multi-use, adaptable products for baby that will save waste & money

Multi-use, adaptable products for baby that wil...

While they may be little, babies sure do require a lot of stuff! However here are some ideas to help you buy less, including eco friendly products that can be...

Multi-use, adaptable products for baby that wil...

While they may be little, babies sure do require a lot of stuff! However here are some ideas to help you buy less, including eco friendly products that can be...

10 ways to eat more locally

10 ways to eat more locally

Doing an inventory of your pantry might uncover some foods that have gone the distance... Rice noodles from Thailand (7,389 km), tinned chickpeas from Italy (16,094 km), lemons from the...

10 ways to eat more locally

Doing an inventory of your pantry might uncover some foods that have gone the distance... Rice noodles from Thailand (7,389 km), tinned chickpeas from Italy (16,094 km), lemons from the...

Our favourite kids books that have an environmental message

Our favourite kids books that have an environme...

Here at Biome we have a beautiful range of books for kids that offer meaningful messages about nature, recycling, environmental activism, and more. As with all of the books in...

Our favourite kids books that have an environme...

Here at Biome we have a beautiful range of books for kids that offer meaningful messages about nature, recycling, environmental activism, and more. As with all of the books in...

Going plastic free: the first things to replace

Going plastic free: the first things to replace

Join the many change makers living with less plastic Cut fossil fuel demand to reduce the progression of climate change Reduce waste that clogs up landfill, and litters our waterways...

Going plastic free: the first things to replace

Join the many change makers living with less plastic Cut fossil fuel demand to reduce the progression of climate change Reduce waste that clogs up landfill, and litters our waterways...

Plastic Free July: How to Make This Year Your Most Successful Yet!

Plastic Free July: How to Make This Year Your M...

Originally published in June 2020.  Last updated July 2025 with new information. We just love seeing the wave of passion, enthusiasm and positivity that sweeps across our community this time...

Plastic Free July: How to Make This Year Your M...

Originally published in June 2020.  Last updated July 2025 with new information. We just love seeing the wave of passion, enthusiasm and positivity that sweeps across our community this time...

How to save energy, carbon emissions and money with an EasyOven

How to save energy, carbon emissions and money ...

How handy are slow cookers, especially coming into Winter? And such great time savers! Add ingredients in the morning, carry on with your day, and come dinner time, your warming,...

How to save energy, carbon emissions and money ...

How handy are slow cookers, especially coming into Winter? And such great time savers! Add ingredients in the morning, carry on with your day, and come dinner time, your warming,...

Staying upbeat and positive during COVID-19

Staying upbeat and positive during COVID-19

Like most, the Biome workplace has changed dramatically over the last few months. We are extremely thankful to be living in Australia in safe, healthy homes and to be part...

Staying upbeat and positive during COVID-19

Like most, the Biome workplace has changed dramatically over the last few months. We are extremely thankful to be living in Australia in safe, healthy homes and to be part...

Go Naked With Your Bin: How to Live Without Plastic Bin Liners!

Go Naked With Your Bin: How to Live Without Pla...

Changing household bin liner behaviours is an exciting green-leap forward resulting from recent laws to ban single use plastic bags. Fifty years ago we did not use plastic bags for...

Go Naked With Your Bin: How to Live Without Pla...

Changing household bin liner behaviours is an exciting green-leap forward resulting from recent laws to ban single use plastic bags. Fifty years ago we did not use plastic bags for...

Freezing Food in Glass - Why We Love It, What You Can Freeze, & Tips

Freezing Food in Glass - Why We Love It, What Y...

Are you looking for safe ways to store food for a long period of time, to keep leftovers for later, excess fruit and veggies, or even baked goods? Glass is...

Freezing Food in Glass - Why We Love It, What Y...

Are you looking for safe ways to store food for a long period of time, to keep leftovers for later, excess fruit and veggies, or even baked goods? Glass is...

6 Waste Free Lunch Swaps Under $20

6 Waste Free Lunch Swaps Under $20

Ready to reduce single use plastic waste but mindful of not spending too much money? Well we're here to show you that you can go low waste and eco friendly...

6 Waste Free Lunch Swaps Under $20

Ready to reduce single use plastic waste but mindful of not spending too much money? Well we're here to show you that you can go low waste and eco friendly...

5 Clever Ways to Use Beeswax Wraps (That Go Way Beyond Sandwiches)

5 Clever Ways to Use Beeswax Wraps (That Go Way...

Reusable wax wraps have been a game changer for many households around Australia, helping people to significantly reduce their plastic waste.  They’re grippy. They’re breathable. They replace cling wrap forever....

5 Clever Ways to Use Beeswax Wraps (That Go Way...

Reusable wax wraps have been a game changer for many households around Australia, helping people to significantly reduce their plastic waste.  They’re grippy. They’re breathable. They replace cling wrap forever....

Takeaway Without the Waste is Possible, Here's How!

Takeaway Without the Waste is Possible, Here's ...

The convenience of takeaway doesn't have to come with the plastic waste we so often associate with it. Read on as we share some of our favourite reusable takeaway containers...

Takeaway Without the Waste is Possible, Here's ...

The convenience of takeaway doesn't have to come with the plastic waste we so often associate with it. Read on as we share some of our favourite reusable takeaway containers...

How To Freeze Food Without Single Use Plastic Waste

How To Freeze Food Without Single Use Plastic W...

Plastic often dominates in our freezers, with plastic freezer bags and ziplock bags commonly used to seal in moisture and protect our food from freezer burn. But these are wasteful...

How To Freeze Food Without Single Use Plastic W...

Plastic often dominates in our freezers, with plastic freezer bags and ziplock bags commonly used to seal in moisture and protect our food from freezer burn. But these are wasteful...

How to Safely Compost Pet Waste at Home

How to Safely Compost Pet Waste at Home

Finally there is a convenient, environmentally safe way to dispose of your pet's waste while rebuilding your soil on a microbial level. EnsoPet is an in-ground composting system comprised of...

How to Safely Compost Pet Waste at Home

Finally there is a convenient, environmentally safe way to dispose of your pet's waste while rebuilding your soil on a microbial level. EnsoPet is an in-ground composting system comprised of...

Why Sandalwood is an Excellent Natural Mosquito Repellent

Why Sandalwood is an Excellent Natural Mosquito...

To prevent mosquito bites and the spread of mosquito borne diseases, it is recommended that you cover up with long clothing, sleep under a mosquito net, apply a topical mosquito...

Why Sandalwood is an Excellent Natural Mosquito...

To prevent mosquito bites and the spread of mosquito borne diseases, it is recommended that you cover up with long clothing, sleep under a mosquito net, apply a topical mosquito...

Healthy Work Lunch Boxes for Adults

Healthy Work Lunch Boxes for Adults

Bringing your own lunch to work each day helps you and the earth out in several ways: It saves you spending money on takeaway (if you spend $20 per day...

Healthy Work Lunch Boxes for Adults

Bringing your own lunch to work each day helps you and the earth out in several ways: It saves you spending money on takeaway (if you spend $20 per day...

8 Ways to Keep Cool Naturally Without an Air Conditioner!

8 Ways to Keep Cool Naturally Without an Air Co...

As the temperature rises it seems so easy blast the room with cool, air conditioned air, but it is possible to keep cool naturally and lessen your reliance on electricity...

8 Ways to Keep Cool Naturally Without an Air Co...

As the temperature rises it seems so easy blast the room with cool, air conditioned air, but it is possible to keep cool naturally and lessen your reliance on electricity...

Eco Gift Ideas That Won't Get Dumped

Eco Gift Ideas That Won't Get Dumped

Galaxy research suggests that each Christmas Australians spend over $1 billion in unwanted gifts that will eventually end up in landfill. Here at Biome though we champion gift ideas that...

Eco Gift Ideas That Won't Get Dumped

Galaxy research suggests that each Christmas Australians spend over $1 billion in unwanted gifts that will eventually end up in landfill. Here at Biome though we champion gift ideas that...