Three Environmental Benefits of Green Bags

Published On August 30, 2011
It is no secret that the process and materials used to manufacture paper and plastic bags, the most common carriers of our shopping and all sorts of products, are environmentally harmful. Awareness is increasing of the pollution, harm to animals, excessive oil consumption and landfills that are filled beyond capacity. Fortunately the alternative, green bags, present a way to overcome these problems while offering a strong and environmentally superior way to carry your purchases. #1:  The costs of producing plastic
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Four Tips for Putting the Environment First When Using Bags

Published On August 23, 2011
When it comes to using bags, there is often some confusion about what is best for the environment and the types of bags that are most fit for the purposes for which they are required. Green bags are often praised for having a reduced negative impact on the environment, paper bags are touted as a less favourable option and the harmful effects of plastic bags are frequently illuminated. So, what are some of the best tips for putting the environment
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Five Reasons to Use Green Bags

Published On August 15, 2011
As concern for the environment increases and people realise that there are many practical and easy behavioural changes that can be made to affect environmental protection, the value of using green bags becomes all the more apparent. But why are green bags so good? To put it simply, they are good for the environment and good for the planet. Here we take a look at five reasons to choose and use green bags: #1:  Reduction of waste and litter Reusable
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Why South Australia Banned Plastic Bags

Published On August 8, 2011
As of May 4, 2009, the use of thin plastic bags in supermarkets became officially banned in the state of South Australia, with the growing preference for green bags being encouraged. Specifically, the ban applies to plastic bags that have handles that are made with polyethylene polymer of less than 35 microns in thickness. Essentially, this means the thin, unbranded plastic bags you often see in supermarkets are no longer allowed, but the thicker, branded types of 'boutique' plastic bags
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Supermarket Superstars: How to Shop Smarter

Published On July 31, 2011
The supermarket. It's one place that just about all of us will need to visit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. In this article, we'll look at ways to shop smarter, from sticking to a shopping list to using green bags . Make a list! Stick to it and don't be impulsive. The aisles of a supermarket present a cornucopia of inexpensive goodies which, once your trolley is full, become very expensive indeed. Think about what you use and
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8 Ways to Child Proof Your Home

Published On July 23, 2011
Child proofing your home is an essential task for any parents with young children -- particularly children under the age of five. Child proofing is also essential if you have family or friends with young children visiting your home at any time. In this article, we'll take a look at eight important ways to make your home safer for children, from covering power outlets to replacing household plastic bags with green bags . Purchase outlet covers Power outlets are scattered
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5 Ways to Eliminate Plastic From Your Life

Published On July 15, 2011
Plastics are harmful to the environment -- there's no doubt about it. They aren't biodegradable; they're simply broken into smaller plastic pieces and, eventually, plastic particles. Next thing you know, wildlife is ingesting them and entire species are being threatened. They can also end up at sea, trapping helpless marine life. What else? Well, they burn fossil fuels and release pollutants when being manufactured, contributing to global warming. In this article, I'll look at various ways to eliminate plastics from
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Top 4 Unusual Recycling Methods

Published On July 7, 2011
Go on, give yourself a pat on the back -- you, along with the majority of Australians, have embraced recycling and reusing in the last decade or so to the point where recycling is part of your every day routine. But here's the thing: there is still so much more you can do! In this article, I'm going to look at some of the lesser-known ways of recycling, from recycling E-waste to utilising reusable green bags for your grocery shopping.
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6 Essential Tips for a Day at the Beach

Published On June 28, 2011
If there’s one thing nearly all Australians have in common, it’s that they love a trip to the beach. However, getting out to the golden shorelines of our country can be a little bit daunting, especially if you live further inland and aren't as familiar with the rules and etiquette. In this article, we’ll look at six essential tips to get the most out of your day at the beach, from wearing sun screen to bringing bags. Bring sun screen
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All About Jute: An Important Natural Resource

Published On June 21, 2011
If you haven’t heard of jute, chances are you will very soon. It’s a fibre produced from the jute plant (Corchorus olitorius and Corchuris capsularis in Latin) which is becoming increasingly common in the production of items such as green bags , rope, sacks and much more. Jute is a biodegradable and compostable fibre which has been identified as a particularly important resource for those with environmental concerns. Since common materials such as plastics are non-biodegradable, taking centuries to break
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5 Super Effective Ways to Promote Your Business

Published On June 14, 2011
In the modern business environment it’s important to help your company stand out from the rest by promoting yourself in the best way possible. While you’ll always need to provide a quality product and service to back it up, using a few tried and true promotional techniques can go a long way to giving your business the exposure it needs. In this article, we’ll look at a few of our favourite ways to promote a business, from embracing social media
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How to Get The Most From Your Company Logo

Published On June 7, 2011
A company logo is a very important marketing tool. It is one of the best ways your business can connect with potential customers. Designed well and displayed appropriately, a logo can build and reinforce customer recognition. Used poorly it can leave your business languishing in obscurity or even convey a negative impression. Our guide explains how to make the most of this simple but critically important device so that your business get the greatest benefit possible. Consistency When designing and
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4 Great Ideas For a Green Business

Published On May 31, 2011
It is time to stop thinking of going green as a gimmick. Business has a very important role to play in protecting the future of our planet, but there are other reasons why taking an environmentally friendly approach is a good idea. Contrary to many misconceptions, going green can actually save you money and it is also really good PR, so there are business reasons as well as ethical ones for your company to get on board. We have put
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4 Ways to Run a More Responsible Business

Published On May 17, 2011
The primary purpose of any business is to make a profit, but there is nothing to say that it has to be the only objective. It is perfectly possible, and indeed admirable, for a business to operate successfully while adhering to principles of social responsibility. From encouraging environmentally friendly behaviour by distributing reusable promotional bags to making contributions to local community causes, there are many ways that your company can make a positive difference. The business will benefit too from
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5 Marketing Tips For Your Small Business

Published On May 3, 2011
To be successful in business, a good product or service alone is not enough. You need to be able to get your message out to the public, so that it is your business that they turn to first. Huge multinational corporations spend fortunes on celebrity endorsements and television advertising campaigns. As a small business, it is unlikely that you have the kind of budget required for this kind of approach. Fortunately there are plenty other ways to get your business
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The Value of Promotional Bags for Marketing Your Business

Published On April 19, 2011
Promotional bags are gaining a well-earned reputation for being one of the best ways of getting your company name, logo and message in front of a vast audience of people. Reusable bags, also known as ‘green bags’, make effective and highly appropriate promotional bags that can be incredibly significant in increasing awareness and exposure of your business. If considering the manufacture and use of promotional bags for your business, consider this: not only will awareness of your business increase for
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Ten Benefits of Green Bags

Published On April 5, 2011
Most of us know that we should say no to paper and plastic and always use green bags. There is ever-increasing awareness of the environmentally harmful effects of paper and plastic bag production and disposal and a seemingly endless number of good reasons to use reusable green bags. It is simple and inexpensive to use green bags and when you consider that so many take the form of promotional bags offered by businesses seeking to market themselves, having to purchase
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Five Strategies for Putting an End to the Use of Plastic Bags

Published On March 22, 2011
Plastic bags have been part of our lives since 1957 and have served many uses – packing and carrying items, as garbage bags and for food storage – to name just a few. While they have in many ways made our lives easier, plastic bags have an incredible and alarming environmental impact. Reusable green bags circumvent the problems that arise in the production and disposal of plastic and are now widely available. With reusable varieties of promotional bags now so
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Paper, Plastic or Green Bags?

Published On March 8, 2011
When given the option of paper or plastic bags, most of us think we are doing the ‘environmentally best’ thing by opting for paper. While there are some sound arguments used to explain why paper bags are preferable to their plastic counterparts, the fact remains that neither is as eco-friendly as reusable or green bags. Today green bags are often used as promotional bags and, when used to increase exposure and awareness of a business, they offer excellent value for
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5 Recycling Myths Busted

Published On February 14, 2011
Many of us make certain presumptions when it comes to recycling products and items in our home. Recycling is a very large term in meaning and by definition and we can often get caught up with our recycling success just because we are re-using recycled items or 'green bags' to do our shopping  when we could be doing a lot more. We may be creating more damage in other areas despite our claims and conscience. Sometimes we may not be
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Plastic Bags Are Free – Myth Busted

Published On January 31, 2011
Some of us recycle them and also use recycled bags even referring to them as environmentally friendly green bags. Many of us still use them around our home because they were given to us at no charge for years. So you think that plastic bags were or are still free? Read this article and you will know how much they are really costing you. Costing you at the supermarket. Plastic bags recycled or not cost US retailers 1 billion dollars
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Fighting Against the Use of Plastic Bags – An Ongoing Battle!

Published On January 17, 2011
Many supermarkets have stopped giving out free plastic bags or give you a recycled one at charge. Some countries have enforced levies on the use of them. Most of us use them again at least once at home. The reality is that this is only the tip of the iceberg. There is much more to be done. Spend one day and look around how many plastic promotional bags or other shopping bags you can see in one trip to the
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Recycling Etiquette –The Right and Wrong Ways to Recycle

Published On December 16, 2010
Proper recycling goes beyond just throwing your plastic bottles, tin cans and old newspapers into your recycling bin. There is a right and wrong way to recycle and getting it right ensures that your recyclables end up as new products and not landfill. With good recycling etiquette you can help to make the recycling process more efficient and avoid contamination. It is important to get into the habit and learn to recognise what can be recycled and also to take
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Forest Glen Organic Farm

Published On December 8, 2010
Recently we had the pleasure of staying with Trevor and Amanda at Forest Glen Organic Farm at Bungawalbyn in the Northern Rivers of NSW. Situated in the Bungawalbyn Wetlands between Woodburn & Coraki, Forest Glen is a working organic farm producing organic tea tree oil, primarily for international markets. Trevor and Amanda are happy to show guests the workings of the farm or explain the many benefits of tea tree oil. But Forest Glen Organic Farm is much more than
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5 Great Holiday Corporate Gift Ideas

Published On December 2, 2010
To reward clients and to leave a lasting impression Holiday Corporate Gifts are a great idea. To keep your brand name in the forefront of a clients mind choose a gift that will stand out. Something that is unique, will show clients that you appreciate their business and importantly, is something they will like and keep. The meaning behind a corporate gift is twofold, thanking the client for their loyalty and continuing to maintain that loyalty. Gifts can include anything
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