Backpacking around Australia is a dream come true for many young people. The breathtaking splendour of The Outback, watching the New Year fireworks in Sydney, and learning to surf on Bondi beach: when you have such adventures on your mind (not to mention the heavy rucksack on your back) it’s easy to forget the negative impact everyday actions can have upon our world. Continue Reading

It’s been hailed as the low carbon fuel to help us transition to a clean energy future, but in recent months, some have started to question the climate credentials of the so called ‘unconventional gas’; coal seam gas and shale gas… Continue Reading

The call is out for scuba divers all over Australia to participate in Dive Against Debris.  So grab your gear and hit the water as our ocean needs you! Continue Reading

This beautiful short film by Jason Taylor from the Source Project talks about the importance of saving seeds. Filmed in India, this kind of foresight and care for our plants and production food needs to be entrenched in our Australian way of life. Continue Reading

It is obviously in Germany’s interests to both push solar power and use it. They make most of the good solar panels and it is one of their most important exports. As well, following Fukushima, they have decided to shut down ALL their nuclear plants within the next ten years. Of course, they may still import their power from good old nuclear France and the locals are concerned about that on both sides of the border. Continue Reading

At Eco Beach Broome, it’s all about sustainability of the environment and the resort’s kitchen!  Keen gardener and ‘Chef de Cuisine’, Kenneth Clapham, is passionate about cooking with fresh, seasonal, organic, culinary ingredients. Continue Reading

It seems that Green TV shows are not popular.  Try pitching them to networks and you will soon see that the care-salesmen / accountants in charge just don’t want to know. They are believed to be earnest and boring!  But a few have sneaked under the radar. Continue Reading

Have you heard of the word “glamping” before? Urban Dictionary defines it as  “Glamorous camping. Satisfying your craving for the outdoors and your penchant for a good meal, nice glass of wine, and a comfortable bed. No stinky sleeping bags on the hard ground and freeze dried food for me. If its not a Glamping trip, count me out.” Continue Reading

My Green Australia was lucky enough to catch the team from The Otesha Project while they are busy pedaling their way from Melbourne to Canberra. Why are they pedaling all that way? They are spreading awareness to young people about the critical role they play in creating a better Australia to live in!

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The Point Preschool who are the very proud winners of the 2011 Inaugural Earth Hour People’s Choice Awards are having an expo this weekend for those of you who are in the Oyster Bay, NSW Continue Reading

A great video to pick you up today! This is what happens when you recycle!

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Are you in the  Fremantle Western Australia area on Sunday April 3rd? Looknig for an fun environmental conferance to go to – then look no further! Continue Reading

Happy Valentines Day everyone! I am not usually a big fan of Valentines Day, I am not sure why it just never really resonated with me but I am here to change that… with a competition!  Continue Reading

If you are in Melbourne and looking for things to do then look no more! The Sustainable Living Festival is on from February 12 – 27!

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“An average guy makes a resolution to stop using plastic bags at the grocery store. Little does he know that this simple decision will change his life completely. He comes to the conclusion that our consumptive use of plastic has finally caught up to us, and looks at what we can do about it. Today. Right now.” Continue Reading

WWF Earth Hour Awards 2011 are now on and it is time to unearth inspiring stories of Australian’s who are “Going Beyond the Hour”

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It is the start a fresh new year and for some young people they are considering volunteering or taking a green gap year! Continue Reading

The team at My Green Australia want to wish you all a safe and Merry Christmas!

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