A common eastern froglet.
Our planet

Frogs in the city

Frogs in urban areas face many challenges, so much so that we need to help them if they are to continue supporting local habitats.

Flames from a bushfire.
Our planet

Earth calling SOS

It is time for us all to harness our courage and the people power in our communities as we never have before to answer our planet's call for help.

Tony Armstrong with members of the Kiwirrkurra community.
What's happening

Our planet: Eating the invaders

Tony Armstrong, with the help of scientists, land carers, an artist and a chef, looks at how we can turn ecological trash into culinary gold.

Mchaley Ho, holding a chicken, from her time as a volunteer on a farm.
Organic life

What is WWOOFing?

Established in 1971, the international WWOOF program allows organic farmers to share their home and experience with travellers.

A container of hemp milk next to hemp seeds.
Organic life

Real-world uses for eco-friendly hemp

When it comes to sustainability, it's hard to beat hemp, especially as it has so many practical uses.

Native flowers growing wild in the bush.
Organic life

Have you considered a natural burial?

Leanne Croker considers how she wants to be buried so the disposal of her remains makes the least impact on the earth.

Spraying mosquito repellent on an arm.
Organic life

Beware buruli

Although previously a tropical problem, over the last few years Buruli cases have spiked in Victoria with potential for it to spread.

Kate Nottingham with her electronic motorbike.
Organic homes

The future of off-grid living

Kate Nottingham shares her experience of using high-tech options to make her home as comfortable and sustainable as possible.

Saving seeds and then packaging them up as gifts.
Organic life

The art of organic gift giving

We gardeners have plenty to give, whether it's a homemade present from our harvests, sharing our growing experience or taking the time to help others.

Costa Georgiadis
Inspirational gardeners

In conversation with: Costa Georgiadis

Costa Georgiadis's love of gardening is an absolute joy, and it's catching. The best part? He also has heaps of hope for our future.

Scarecrow and garden bed at a local Victorian school.
What's happening

Let’s sow the seeds of change together

The Sustain network is hosting their Urban Agriculture Month this November. You can get involved with workshops, webinars, open gardens and garden festivals to grow as an individual gardener and connect with your gardening community.  

Growing creativity in Australian schools
What's happening

Growing creativity in Australian schools

Catch up with some of the winners of the inaugural National Kitchen Garden Awards from the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation, celebrating amazing school gardening programs that serve their students and the wider community.