There’s no doubt about it: when it comes to protecting our planet, most of us are eager to do the right thing. But it can be hard to discern which products are actually sustainable and ethical, and those that are simply ‘green washing’.

In the home care department, Sydney-based brand Koala Eco are determined to be the positive choice for their customers. Using natural, non-toxic ingredients derived from Australian plants with natural antiseptic qualities, Koala Eco’s products are both effective and gentle, and as a massive bonus, they smell amazing!

Founders Jessica Bragdon and Paul Davidson believe passionately in their mission of helping to contribute to healthier homes, and a healthier planet. Here, they take us behind the scenes of Koala Eco to explain exactly how they’re doing it.

You’re probably familiar with the t-shirts bearing statements such as ‘Always Was, Always Will Be’; ‘Free The Flag’; and ‘Not The Date Celebrate.’

What you might not know is the story behind this merchandise, created by social enterprise Clothing The Gaps (formerly known as Clothing The Gap).

Co-founded by health professionals Laura Thompson (a Gunditjmara woman), and Sarah Sheridan, Clothing The Gaps supports the health of First Nations peoples through fitness initiatives, funded through sales of their Australian-designed and made merchandise.

Laura and Sarah are also activists who publicly campaign on issues such as free-use of the Aboriginal flag (which you can read more about here). Their work has helped raise awareness of this ongoing matter, leading to a Senate inquiry into copyright and licensing arrangements for the flag design.

Given how quickly Clothing The Gaps has risen to prominence, it’s hard to believe this social enterprise is officially only one year old. We caught up with Laura, Sarah, and their team in their new Brunswick store to hear all about it!