War on Waste
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War on Waste
How much food does the average household throw out each year? Do plastic bags really get recycled? How much food is being wasted before it gets to the supermarket shelves? A war on waste has begun to find the truth behind the way our nation manages waste, and what we can do about it. Join Craig Reuc...
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Bonus: The War on Waste live debate
The first series got us thinking about recycling and where our rubbish ends up, but has the #WarOnWaste helped Australians reduce, recycle and reuse?...
Information for new recruits
Welcome, recruit! If you’re new to the War on Waste, jump back to episode 1 and join the fray.
Turning the tide
Craig and Wendy take a look at how the War on Waste has changed our habits and what still needs to be done to reduce what we throw away.
The secret of found food
You might not realise it, but you’re surrounded by plants and animals you can eat – even if you live in a big city!
Ladies, we need to talk about waste
In this special ladies-only episode of War on Waste, Wendy Harmer and guest host Yumi Stynes explore waste-free ways to manage your period.
A (tiny, green) home to call your own
The larger your living space, the more stuff – and the more waste! Wendy takes a peek at a tiny house and Craig asks Joost Bakker, how can constructio...
How to buy nothing new
The best way to prevent something going to landfill is to never buy it in the first place, but in a world of short-lived electronics and two-for-one d...
A mid-season pause in hostilities
The War on Waste podcast is taking a mid-season break while Craig films the second part of the TV series. Keep sending your handy hints to waronwaste@...
Test-tube fabrics and ol skool op shopping
Six tonnes of clothes are thrown out every ten minutes, so what can we do to change that?
Plastic bags and a sewerage expedition
The big two supermarkets have announced they’re going to ban the plastic bag, but with what they’re implementing, will it make much of a difference, o...
Compost secrets, happy worms & flushable dog poo bags
Craig throws on a lab coat to investigate if flushable dog poo bags really dissolve in water. Will he be satisfied with the answer? Wendy learns all...
New Ol’ Shoes & The Fixit Revolution
How many times have you thrown out a pair of shoes or a suitcase because they’re no good anymore?
Keep cups and vintage knits
Just how recyclable are disposable coffee cups? Australians love drinking coffee, but how is this affecting our landfill? Craig and Wendy learn all ab...
Quick pickles & pineapple skin mocktails
There are so many creative ways to reduce food waste around the home.
INTRODUCING — The War On Waste podcast
Craig and Wendy are passionate about waste. But why?