So, why are we at @ HOME so excited about EVs? Well, it's about more than just the cool tech. It's about creating a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future for all! Recently, we hosted an awesome webinar with EV expert Daniel Bleakley, Founder of Next System, on "Apartment Living and Owning an EV". We learnt so much! But before you dive into the how, we believe it's important to start with the WHY! Here are three reasons why EVs matter to us... can you think of any we may have missed? #ev #electricvehicles #sustainablefuture #sustainabilityfocus

Kim Boswell, the founder of @theforeveragenda and a sustainability champion with 25 years of experience under her belt, recently shared her insights with our @ HOME community. And trust us, her journey through the "woods of burnout" is as relatable as it gets! Here, Kim is talking about the importance of looking for those 'small islands of sanity' to look after yourself if you catch yourself showing signs of burnout. Tip 1: Prioritise sleep. Don't skip out on those Zzzs! Tip 2: Take action! Get out in nature or start a conversation. When you're overwhelmed, it's easy to get stuck in a cycle of inaction, but even small steps can make a big difference! Tip 3: Connect with your community. Reach out to friends, family or like-minded individuals. From the tips above, we'd love to know what you can prioritise more of this week? #burnout #sustainability #burnoutrecoverytips

We're diving into the world of native plants, with wisdom straight from our @ HOME webinar with the incredible Adam Byrne, co-founder and co-owner of the social enterprise @bush_to_bowl. If you're feeling that itch to give your backyard a makeover that's both gorgeous and good for the planet this is your healthy dose of inspiration to plant for country! #plantforcountry #nativeplants #australiannativeplants #sustainablegardening

What is a community compost hub? It's when you join forces with your neighbours to turn your collective food scraps into gardening gold! Think of it as a team effort for a greener neighbourhood! Dr Brook Clinton @brkclinton inton, a composting expert and environmental scientist, recently spoke in our @ HOME Program about "Setting up a Community Composting Hub." Here, we have five benefits of starting one in your local community! However, these benefits can also apply to you joining an existing community compost hub in your local area. Who here has started one or is involved in one in their community? #compostingcommunity #sustainability #australiangardening #communityconnection

At Good For the Hood, @HOME, we're all about finding simple, everyday ways to live more sustainably. And today, we're diving into the surprisingly impactful world of… showers. Yep, you read that right! It might (or might not) shock you to know that up to water can gobble up to a whopping 25% of your electricity bill! Can you believe that? This is why @thejotaranto, our founder and resident "water nerd," is so passionate about helping people make their showers shorter and more efficient so that they can save both money and the environment! Did you know that showers use up so much water and energy? #showerefficiency #showerheads #sustainability #wateruse #australianwater

Feeling overwhelmed? Tired all the time? Maybe even a little hopeless? If you're nodding along, you're not alone. In our fast-paced world, burnout is a real threat, especially for those of us passionate about making a difference for our planet! Kim Boswell, the founder of @theforeveragenda and a sustainability champion with 25 years of experience, recently shared her insights with our @ HOME community. And trust us, her journey through the "woods of burnout" is as relatable as it gets. Kim shared with us the reasons why burnout hits home for eco-warriors and then spoke about the warning signs and the steps you can take to prevent full-blown burnout. Would you like more content on how to deal with burnout? Let us know in the comments!

🌱 Want to give your backyard a glow-up that's good for the planet and beautiful in more ways than one? We've got you! We met with the awesome Adam Byrne from @@bush_to_bowl earlier this year for a "Planting for Country: How to Grow Indigenous Plants," which was jam-packed with gems! We learnt how to transform your garden into a haven for Aussie flora (and maybe even attract some cute critters!). Have you considered planting more native plants in your garden? We have listed five benefits here, but there are many more to discover! #nativeplants #gardengoals #GoodfortheHood #athomeprogram #sustainabilityaustralia ✨

School mornings can be chaotic. The rush to get everyone dressed, fed, and out the door can feel like a marathon. Add in the school drop-off traffic jam; suddenly, that peaceful morning coffee feels like a distant dream. But what if there was a way to change those hectic mornings into a fun, healthy, and eco-friendly adventure? Enter the walking school bus! Thanks, Sara Stace for recently sharing "How to Start a Walking School Bus Program" in our @ HOME Platform! We loved learning what a walking school bus is and why they rock! #walkingschoolbus #sustainablekids #walktoschool #sustainabilitytips

Yes, composting can help reduce waste, but it's so much more than that! Dr. Brook Clinton, @brkclinton, composting expert and environmental scientist, recently joined us in our @ HOME Program for an inspiring chat about the awesome world of community composting. Here are some ways you can make a difference (more than just reducing waste), one banana peel at a time! 🍌♻️ #composting #compostingaustralia #gardencompost #communitycompost

🚿 Did You Know? Most of Our Household Water Goes Down the Drain (Literally!) Get this: most of the water we use @ HOME is shower and bath water! 🛀 Shocking, right? But don't worry, this also means we have a golden opportunity to conserve and reuse this precious resource. We have put together some easy ways that you can make a (less of a) Splash @ HOME: 1. Swap your old shower head for a water-efficient one. 2. Pop a bucket in your shower to catch excess water. 3. Consider installing a greywater system to divert water from your washing machine or shower to your garden. 4. If you have a roof, you have the power to harvest rainwater. Set up a rainwater tank and watch your garden flourish (and your water bill shrink!). Do you do any of these actions @ HOME to make less of a splash? #savingwater #recycledwater #sustainabilityactions #sustainabilityathome

Great educators, terrible jugglers… Thanks @lanecovecouncil and @lanecoverotary for yesterday’s epic Lane Cove Rotary Fair and Sustainability Festival. And thanks to Lucy and Sally from @lucyleonardiphotography, @whodoesthedishes and @bethefuture.earth. We love you!!!

Do you want to save money on energy? Here are 5 tips from our recent session in our @ HOME Program with Adam Corrigan, Founder of Your Energy Friend. It was packed with so many tips and tricks, we just had to share some hightlights with you! 1. Beware of silent energy suckers, standby appliances! 2. Shop around with providers. 3. Seal up gaps in your house! Don't let your heating or cooling out! 4. Take another look at your curtains! Are they helping you keep the warmth or cool in? 5. Look into getting solar panels for your home! #energysaving #savingmoney #sustainabilitysavers #sustainability #changemakers #purposedriven

What do you think? Would you plant a microforest in your backyard? Recently we were joined by Edwina Robinson, Founder of @climate_factory, in our @ HOME Program to talk about ALL things Microforests! If you're interested in learning more you can head to Edwina's profile and if you're a member of our @ HOME Program, you can also check out the webinar recording 🙂 #MicroForests #SustainableGardening #ClimateAction #GreenYourBackyard #EcoFriendlyLiving #GoodForTheHood #AtHomeProgram #DIYGardening

Adam Corrigan is an expert on saving on money on energy, especially @ HOME! We were delighted to have Adam run a session recently in our @ HOME Program on ways you can save money on energy. Adam had loads of tips and actionable advice. This is a short snippet from the session where Adam was talking about how you can become energy efficient @ HOME. At the end of the session we had time for Q and A and you should have seen how many questions came through! We bring in experts so that the people in our program get access to the latest advice/insights, as well as an opportunity to directly ask an expert their questions to get personalised advice! 🙂 #savingmoneyonenergy #energybills #sustainabilityathome #SustainableLiving #EnergySaving #EcoFriendlyHome #GreenTips #ReduceYourBills #ClimateAction #AtHome #GoodForTheHood

Inspired by a 'Cooking with Leftovers' Session with @anna.kharzeeva, we are sharing 5 ways you can reduce your food waste @ HOME Anna is the author of The Soviet Diet Cookbook, and is a Food Writer and Educator with a keen interest in family recipes and history. Earlier this year Anna joined us in our @ Home Program to talk all about cooking with leftovers. Anna shared with us the importance of embracing leftovers (don't be afraid to experiment too) and loving your scraps (like potato peels and carrot tops!). Do you use any of these methods to reduce your food waste @ Home? We'd love to hear what's working for you. #foodwaste #sustainablescraps #lessenfoodwaste #sustainabilityathome #loveyourleftovers #planyourmeals #sustainabletips #sustainabilitytips

We recently chatted with Adam Corrigan, the Founder of Your Energy Friend. It was packed with so many tips and tricks, we just had to share one of the highlights with you!! We all learnt something new during Adam's session, and that was how much appliances on standby can cost you! If you'd like to learn how much these little green and red lights could be adding to your energy bills check out the recording in our @ HOME Program 'Saving Money on Energy'. #EnergySaving #Sustainability #EcoFriendlyHome #GreenLiving #ReduceYourBills #SustainableLiving #ClimateAction #AtHomeTips

Did you know that more than 99% of all the water we have on earth is unusable by humans?* We learnt so much about water and reusable water at a recent @ HOME session with Good for the Hood Founder (our very own) @thejotaranto! Can you believe just how much water exists that we as humans can't use?! It makes you really think twice about the way that we use water @ HOME. (*National Geographic) #waterusage #availablewater #australianwater #sustainableliving #sustainablefacts

Yes, eco-anxiety does exist, it's a very real and growing concern. We had Dr. Blanche Verlie, a brilliant Lecturer and Social Scientist in our @ HOME Program earlier this year to talk about this topic and share her insights around how we experience and respond to climate change. Dr. Verlie pointed out that eco-anxiety is a complex feeling that can stem from: - Direct experience: Personally witnessing environmental degradation or extreme weather events. - Vicarious experience: Seeing these events unfold in the news or hearing about them from others. - Anticipation of future events: Worrying about what the future holds for us and our planet. However, the good news is, that your anxiety can actually be a catalyst for change as it can be a powerful motivator to take action. If you experience eco-anxiety, we see you, hear you and understand! We hope that like us, you can see the anxiety as a sign that you deeply care and try to where possible channel those feelings into positive action. #ecoanxiety #sustainableliving #australiansustainability #smallchangesathome

What's a Microforest anyway? Last week, Edwina Robinson, Founder of @climate_factory, joined us in our @ HOME Program to talk about ALL things Microforests! We learnt about what they are, how you can create one at home, and, most importantly, how they are superheroes for the environment! Have you heard of Microforests before? If you're interested in learning more about transforming your backyard into a thriving, climate-cooling oasis, you can check out Edwina's recording in @ HOME Recordings, or if you aren't a member, feel free to DM us to find out how you can be! As always, small changes = big impact! #SustainabilityAtHome #EcoFriendlyLiving #GreenTips #GardenInspiration #MicroForests #Composting #WaterHarvesting #Biodiversity

Inspired by a 'Cooking with Leftovers' Session with @anna.kharzeeva , we are sharing 5 ways you can reduce your food waste @ HOME Earlier this year @anna.kharzeeva, Food Writer and Educator joined us in our @ Home Program to talk all about cooking with leftovers. We love (and have included) the way Anna focuses on embracing your leftovers, loving your scraps and keeping things simple. We hope this gives you some inspiration with ways you can reduce your food waste @ HOME. #foodwaste #sustainablescraps #lessenfoodwaste #sustainabilityathome #loveyourleftovers #planyourmeals #sustainabletips #sustainabilitytips

"We need to walk together, side by side. Walking in harmony". @gilbertjoshuam joined us recently in our @ HOME Program to discuss resilience through an Indigenous lens. Joshua spoke about the importance of being both proactive and reactive when it comes to resilience. Regarding sustainability, we can be proactive by taking action to prepare for challenges before they happen and reactive by adapting and responding to them when they arise. We love this snippet from the end of Joshua's session where he shared about the importance of walking together, side by side because we are stronger together. #resilience #strongertogether #community #australiancommunity #sustainabilitycommunity

Just us? Thanks @utsbuild for having us as part of your @sdgaction month. We love your work. #globalgoalsmonth #sdgs #workshop #speaker #globalgoals

Another week of FOGO education sessions with residents of the @cityofparramatta . Check out the compost from @cleanawayau’s Eastern Creek facility. It exciting to know that soon the food and garden waste of over 200,000 residents will be making this resource rich product. We can’t wait to see the new FOGO champions spreading the word that FOGO is coming on November 11! #fogo #wasteeducation #foodwaste

Recently, Sivine Tabbouch, the co-founder of @sundaykitchenau , joined us in our @ HOME Program to talk about all things beans! Now, why are beans important in terms of sustainability? They are secret weapons in the fight against climate change. Did you know that by incorporating more bean-based meals into your routine, you can help reduce food-related emissions? Beans are incredible! We love this little snippet from the session where Sivine talked about cooking with her mother and now her daughter and how she has learnt to follow instinct over perfect recipe measurements. What about you? Do you follow a recipe word for word? Or do you sometimes like to go off taste and smell? #beansishow #cookingwithbeans #sustainablecooking #sustainablelifestyle #smallchangesbigimpact

Some (most) days we don’t know how we are still on social media either, but here we are. 💁🏼‍♀️ #smallbusiness #smallbusinessowner #smallbusinesssupport #sustainabilitybusiness

We LOVE our FOGO (Food Organics and Garden Organics) bins! However! They are one tool in our eco-toolkit. Before we even think about binning our scraps, we need to focus on reducing food waste in the first place. You can do this, @ HOME, by: 1. Planning your meals 2. Loving (and eating) your leftovers 3. Freezing! If you can't eat it now, you could freeze it for later 4. Compost @ HOME We believe everyone has the power to make a difference, and it starts with small steps. So, why not take a peek in your fridge this week and see what you can whip up with those leftover ingredients? #fogobin #wastemanagement #eatyourleftovers #sustainabilityathome #reducereuserecycle #fogo #reducefoodwaste

What is one of your household powers? Go on, we won't judge, we'd love to know! Bonus points if you share more than one! Meet Jill, our Community Manager and Chief Family Recycling Inspector 👷‍♀️ #householdsuperpowers #sustainabilityathome #thrifting #opshoppingaustralia

If you're into composting, have you ever thought about starting your own Community Composting Hub? In this short snippet, Dr. Brook Clinton, Founder of Capital Scraps Composting (Canberra) answers, "How do I start a community composting hub?" Dr. Brook says it's important to look at what might already be started in your community before starting your own Community Compost Hub as you may be able to join someone else's. If you're an avid gardener and love to compost, have you considered starting or getting involved with your local community compost hub? #gardening #australiangardeners #composting #communitycompost #homegardening #sustainableliving #yourlocalcommunity

Real change in your community starts with your neighbours! Did you know this is how Good for the Hood began? It all started with a conversation between Jo and her neighbour! We aren't saying you will talk with a neighbour and start a business. However, there are too many benefits for you (and your neighbours!) not to be out there creating strong neighbourly bonds! So, where can you start? Our Founder, Jo, has three easy suggestions on how you can create, build, and nurture your neighbourly connections! Why? Because we are better together! Tackling big environmental challenges is a team effort! Strong neighbourly bonds make it easier to collaborate on projects like community gardens, tree planting initiatives, or waste reduction programs as well as so, so much more! #SustainableLiving #CommunityPower #GoodNeighbours #EcoFriendly #GreenLiving #PositiveImpact #ActLocal #GoodForTheHood

Revitalise is back in 2024! Last year we joined the team at @burwoodcouncil and this year we are thrilled to be heading north to @pscouncil to the beautiful community of Karuah, New South Wales. We welcome placemakers, creatives, environmentalists, volunteers, community makers and doers from all over to join us. Thanks as always to our buddies from the @townteammovement for being part of the momentum to activate new people and places. Check out the program here and grab your tickets while they last (link in bio). #revitalise #placemaking #communitychampions #localaction

Stop those draughts and SAVE 💰 (all while looking after the environment!). Yes, we have freshly moved into Spring, however, the mornings and evenings are still quite fresh! Here are 5 ways you can warm your home by draught proofing! **BONUS** If you start now your draught proofing will pay off in the summertime as it helps stop hot air from entering your house, keeping you and your house cooler. Save this post for later, or share it with a friend who could benefit from these tips. #DraftProofing #EnergyEfficiency #SustainableHome #WinterWarmUp #DIYHomeImprovement #CozyLiving #GreenHome #EcoTips

What’s yours? Underrated or not please share! 👇👇 Recycling enthusiast? Greenwashing spotter? Email writing extraordinaire? Meet @thejotaranto our founder and chief car work enthusiast.

This quote is from our Founder, Jo Taranto when asked why (and how) building strong communities relates to sustainability. Jo went on to say, "When we connect with the people around us, we create a ripple effect of positive change". What a great reminder that everything comes back to people connecting, collaborating and being stronger together! I think that's a perfect reason to try and go out of your way today to connect with someone in your community, even if it's just a wave or a quick 'hi'! We are stronger when we are together. #sustainabilitymovement #communityconnection #yourlocalneighbourhood #GoodfortheHood #strongcommunities #grassroots

Highlights from today’s climate solutions workshop with Macquarie University’s Global Leadership Program. Using a framework of passions, place and solutions, students presented their 30 second pitches about the most impactful way they could reduce emissions. #mqglp #climateaction #climatesolutions #macquarieuniversity

Which of these small changes can you make @ HOME? 🏠 We believe the best changes for you to make your home more sustainable are ones that align with your needs and are easy for you to make! For example, could you change your shower head to a more efficient one this week? 💚 Or, perhaps you could start collecting your shower water and using it for your plants @ HOME. (Make sure you check the soaps/shampoos you're using, and only on plants you're not going to eat (eg. not the veggie patch!). So the question back to you is, what can you change in your home to save some water? 💧 #savewater #smallchangebigimpact #sustainability #waterwise #reusewater #reducereuse

Recently, @danielbleakley hosted a session in our @ HOME Program about apartment living and owning an EV. This snippet was taken from when Daniel was asked, "What are the major benefits of electric vehicles?" Daniel provided our community with many informative points about owning EVs and living in apartments and tips for those thinking about making the switch. We love having experts like Daniel in our program, as they bring a wealth of knowledge, insights and actionable tips to our community about their unique areas of expertise! #evownership #sustainability #sustainabilityinAustralia #sustainabilityathome #evs #ev

Have you ever been fresked? No not frisked. @climatefresk_au is a global movement of citizen led climate science education. In 42 cards you unpack what 4000 pages of @ipcc reports have been telling us for decades: the climate is changing and the risks of inaction are catastrophic. Our founder @thejotaranto is a trained fresk facilitator and last we joined @lanecovecouncil residents to unpack the science and talk about climate leadership. Check out the Climate Fresk website to complete a Fresk session online or in person. It’s a powerful, and engaging way to spend a few hours and a great way to help engage with the climate solutions we all need. 🌏🌱

This week on 'creating impact through small actions @ HOME we are 'spilling the beans' with these 5 cooking tips for flavourful and sustainable meals when using beans! 1. Soak them for a better bite. Lentils in salads? Soak them overnight for a toothsome texture. 2. Beefy cravings? Bean there, done that! Swap out meat in your favourite recipes for a sustainable twist. 3. Boiling water = Flavour town: Use boiling water in hot dishes to enhance those delicious bean flavours. 4. Unleash your inner chef: Don't be afraid to experiment! Beans are your culinary canvas 🎨 5. Salt it up (a pinch at a time): Salt enhances flavour, but use a light hand for the perfect balance. 🧂 We'd love to know, how often do you cook beans @ HOME? Are there any tips from our list that you haven't tried before? #BeansOnTheMenu #GoodForTheHood #SustainableEating #PlantBased #BeansOnTheMenu

Want a more sustainable community? It all starts with your neighbours! 💚 Recently, in our @ HOME Program, our Founder Jo, ran a session on why building constructive relationships with your neighbours is the foundation of any sustainability or waste movement! During this session, some beautiful stories were shared about neighbours helping each other and the impact this had on individuals and communities as a whole. Do you have a story about you or your neighbour helping each other? We'd love to hear about it! Hearing about how others are stepping in and helping (or being helped) can often inspire others to take action, too! Feel free to share in the comments below! #SustainableLiving #CommunityPower #GoodNeighbours #EcoFriendly #GreenLiving #PositiveImpact #ActLocal #GoodfortheHood

Professor Sharon Rundle-Thiele recently shared with us in our @ HOME Program the benefits of joining your local Community Garden. In her session, Sharon taught us how leaves left in the wrong place are actually litter! I know, shocking, isn't it? 😲 This clip is from when Sharon was asked how people who live in apartments get involved in cleaning up leaf litter. You can check out The Leaf Collective if you want to know more. Have you experienced something similar to what Sharon is talking about when joining your local community garden? #leaflitter #theleafcollective #communitygarden #communitygardener #communitychange #leafcollective #composting #compostingaustralia

You’re in good company here. 🧍‍♂️🌏🧍‍♀️🌏🌎🧍🏽🌏🧍🏿‍♀️🌏🌎🧍🏼‍♂️🌍

Well, aren't we just the luckiest team around... Good for the Hood is thrilled to welcome (and introduce) Jill Absolom to a newly created Community Manager role. Jill is busily working on expanding and enhancing our flagship service for Australian councils, the @ HOME program. Jill brings her unique energy and marketing expertise to work with the growing community of residents from our over 13 councils Australia-wide! If you're a part of our @ HOME Program you'll see Jill around at our events and the platform. Please make Jill incredibly welcome as you'll be seeing a lot more of her here on our socials too! 💐✨

Better than facts, fear or politics. Sharing stories that show others the benefits of solutions, helps remove the moral imperative, the judgment, the anger, the guilt and the arguments. It’s sharing, not lecturing. It’s a narrative, not an oration. So here’s to more stories of how your: * Self-driving EV has made longer trips easier to drive * Heat pump hot water heater saves you money * Thrifted wardrobe has you wearing fancier labels * Legume-rich diet has you feeling healthier * Renewable energy project has you accessing the benefits of agrivoltics * Induction cooktops have improved your child’s asthma * Draftproofing has made your house cosier. It’s your experience and no one can deny that if you’re a trusted messenger with great relationships with the audience then **chef’s kiss** this is where the magic happens. #climatesolutions #climatestories #climateaction #climatemisinformation #climatestorytelling #australianclimatesolutions #climateeducations

Brrr, feeling the chill? 🥶 Don't let those draughts steal your warmth and money! Yes, it is getting warmer, but the nights are still quite chilly! Scroll through the pictures above for the ultimate guide to draught-proofing your home sustainably! Learn how to seal those sneaky gaps, slash your energy bills, and create a cozy, eco-friendly oasis. 🏡💚 🔥 In our @ HOME Program we have expert tips, easy DIY fixes, and all the motivation you need to get started! We are sharing a little taster here of some of the gems we share with our community in the program. Curious to know more? Send us a dm and we can talk about how you can join! #homeimprovement #winter #cozyhome #ecofriendly #energyefficiency #draftproofing #sustainability #savetheplanet #makeanimpact

Recently, we asked Adam Byrne, co-founder and co-owner of @bush_to_bowl , "Why is it beneficial to incorporate native plants into your garden?" We and the participants on the call loved his response! He spoke about how important small changes are for big impact, especially when giving back to country, and we couldn't agree more! If you'd like to hear more about the actionable tips Adam shared with us on how you can plant for country and learn how to grow Indigenous plants, let us know in the comments, and we will share more! #plantingforcountry #IndigenousPlants #Gardening #givebacktocountry #smallchangesbigimpact

Ready to become a water warrior (rather than a worrier)? 🚿 We've got 5 easy tips to save water at home, from efficient showerheads to reusing greywater. Small changes, big impact! 💦 If you’re wondering what creating ‘spongy’ gardens is all about… have you ever noticed how quickly water rushes off paved surfaces? That's not great for our environment! By creating more permeable surfaces in our cities and gardens, we can slow down, spread out, and soak in that precious water. Think rain gardens, green roofs, and even ditching some of those concrete pavers for water-loving plants! Do you use any of the tips above? If yes, we’d love to hear about it in the comments below! #goodforthehood #watersavingtips #ecofriendly #sustainableliving #hometips #greenhome #zerowaste #waterwise

When you’ve only got the energy for 10 minutes but the hosts are going to make it worth your while…. #webinars #zoom #workshops #onlineeducation

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the “Our Sustainable Water Future” webinar series, brought to you in partnership with @sydneywater . This two-part series will dive into the world of water management and explore how our changing climate and growing demand are shaping the way we think about water. Our Sustainable Water Future is perfect for community groups, local council staff, and anyone eager to learn about the future of water in Greater Sydney. Looking forward to seeing you there! Book through link in bio.

A little slice from a coaching session today… A wonderful client has a new role which requires her to assert herself in new ways. It’s stressful and she needs to gain a group’s respect…and fast. She went on to explain that she knows she needs to elevate her communication style to do this but during the meeting she gets sidetracked and overwhelmed. With no clear before-meeting-routine, this woman was going from an intense caring role, into traffic and into this stressful scenario. And 👏that’s 👏 a 👏 lot 👏 No wonder adding additional demands on her to convey confidence and a level of authority was feeling overwhelming. So now she has this tip and you do too. When you next have a communciation engagement which is either new or pushing your skills beyond their comfort zone, then you need a green room. A green room is the waiting room for performers before they go on stage. And it’s there for a good reason: performers need a safe and centred space to prepare themselves to deliver extraordinary things. You are no different. When something is new, even if it’s not Shakespeare, it’s a performance. We need to practice it before we can master it. So use the car, a toilet cubicle or a quiet room to centre yourself before you enter your next meeting, workshop, conference presentation or interview. The more nervous you are, the more important this is. Give yourself a chance to practice 5 minutes of box breathing with your eyes closed and do your best to clear your mind. No notes, no reading over things. A simple chance to centre yourself. Does this resonate for you? Let us know in the comments below.👇 To join the waitlist for our next Unpack Your Good course to elevate your environmental communication skills, link is in the bio.

Not just us right? Double tap if you can relate. #winter #parents #morningroutine #ecoanxiety #climateanxiety

👻 Double tap if this sounds strange to you. 👻

What do you love? What do you need? How can we help? The 2024 'State of Our Hoods' survey is live, and we'd love to hear from you. We're diving into Australian communities, to get to know you better. We want to know your key concerns and how we can help you to create local change. By sharing your thoughts you'll be eligible to win a $200 Go For Zero voucher as a gesture of our gratitude. PLUS, just by participating in our survey, you'll receive 25% off Go For Zero branded products. 👉 Click the 'Learn More' button below to complete the survey today: https://www.goodforthehood.com.au/survey Or link is in the bio. *T&C's Apply.

Surely it’s not this hard?? It’s not. Next time you want to be an ethereal god and spend some time being one with our gorgeous planetary home. Try this: 🫴🏻Be curious 🫴🏻Get outside 🫴🏻Earn that dopamine 🫴🏻Resist the urge to wrap yourself in sticks and tulle What’s your favourite way to feel connected to place and country? #metgala #metgalaforthepeople #metgala2024

We all do it. We all assume communication is hard. That what we are trying to do is so hard and that’s why people don’t do it. Everyone assumes speaking and sharing solutions is difficult. When really it is just a set of powerful skills and insights that anyone can learn. If you see someone sharing their big idea, there amazing sustainability product or the big issue that deserves our attention and think “I could do that”. You’re right, you absolutely could. Tag someone who needs to hear this.

STOP beating yourself up. You won’t grow if you lose your confidence. Great communicators keep going. Instead, start: 1. A hype folder 2. Recording actionable improvements 3. Get constructive feedback None of that means beating yourself up. All of that means looking to the next opportunity. Now go do it 👋❤️

Tag someone who loves to talk! Does your voice sound weird after a big workshop? Feeling like you are holding your neck and drinking lots of water? Speaking involves muscles and like any muscle they require training to be their best and rest after a workout. Vocal rest is important for maintaining our vocal health, especially if you’ve start experiencing strain or fatigue. It involves avoiding talking, singing, and whispering to allow our vocal cords to rest and recover. If you are finding you have: 1. Hoarseness, roughness, or vocal fatigue 2. Difficulty making certain sounds or changes in your normal vocal range 3. Pain or discomfort in the throat or neck area Then this is a sign of vocal strain and you need to give yourself a break! Vocal rest is a healthy part of being a good communicator. If you’ve had a big day sharing solutions, maybe it’s time for a quiet cuppa and an episode of Vera?

Hands up if you get bored?! Here are some tips to shake things up when you need to deliver the same session over and over again: 1. Add a Different Icebreaker Activity: Start your session off with a new icebreaker to energise participants and set a positive tone. Try something fun and interactive that gets everyone involved from the start. 2. Add New Examples: Update your content with fresh impact examples that are relevant to your audience. Incorporate real-world solutions, relevant case studies, and local stories to make your sustainability content more engaging. 3. Experiment with New Formats: Try out different workshop formats to keep things interesting. Consider incorporating more group discussions, a pitch challenge or use timers, music or video to freshen tired content. 4. Incorporate Storytelling: Use storytelling techniques to make your content more memorable and engaging. It’s often easier to tell stories and more enjoyable for all. Remember they don’t have to just be your stories, but narratives that illustrate key points and resonate with your audience are always more interesting. 5. Add a Game: Introduce a game or interactive activity to break up the session and keep participants engaged. This could be using cards, adding a quiz, introducing a role-playing exercise, or a little friendly team-based competition. Try incorporating these tips into your sessions to keep things fresh and engaging for your audience! And you can say bye bye boredom. Follow along for more tips to improve your sustainability sessions.

Most people fear public speaking more than death. We are not most people. If you want to be a better sustainability communicator then follow along for more tips. 💪🏼

The secret to good communicators? Grit 💪🏼 It’s about having the tenacity and persistence to keep learning. To try new things and to be constantly improving your knowledge, your skills and your confidence. So if it feels hard or challenging or awkward or new, that’s actually a very good thing. In fact, that’s the entire point. If it was easy, everyone would be amazing at it. 👉🏽 Growth only comes when you are extended. 👉🏽 Confidence only comes from showing up. 👉🏽 Competence only comes from practice. We believe there’s no one secret to building a skill, but everyone who has succeeded has shown grit. Do you agree?

Good communicators are at first great listeners and they really understand their audience. 
If you understand your intended audience then you can have those heads nodding along when you are speaking. There’s no better feeling than seeing the room go ‘Ah they get me’! We recommend asking these 3 questions before you even open your mouth: 1. Who is my audience? 2. What are their pain points or challenges when it comes to ? 3. How might my insights or experiences be able to help them? We all have much more success when we listen first. Double tap if you agree! #Speaker #communicator #educator #speakingskills #educator #unpackyourgood

Earth Day, are you doing it wrong? If you are thinking of earth Day in this way, then maybe it’s time to rethink it: * A once a year occasion when you consider your impact on the world around you * A time to reflect on your “recognition” of the natural world, like it’s a hobby or a special interest. * A way to make up for crappy citizen behaviour the rest of the year. Instead think of Earth Day as a celebration of home. Not separate, not apart from who you are. But a natural part of your own health. Because it is. Happy Earth Day. How do you mark it? Tell us in the comments below. #earthday #earthday2024 #happyearthday @earthdaynetwork

It’s not a workshop til you get the group photo… 📸 Double tap if you agree. @hunterlls @wollombitennis

Content city ahead! Ever since she started Good for the Hood our founder @thejotaranto has wanted her own @streetlibraryau and at 43 dreams can come true! Follow along to see what community she can create. #streetlibraryau #streetlibrary #sharing #communitybuilding #placemaking #communityledplacemaking

It’s been a big month! What are you going to do to rest up?
 This last four weeks we have facilitated: 
A Climate Risk Resilience workshop with community service providers Two translated Energy Bills workshops with Chinese seniors A community climate action workshop A place-based climate solutions for undergraduate students 
Two Communications webinars for aspiring speakers A Laughter and Resilience workshop Presentation at 2 industry conferences One food waste avoidance event One Circular Economy workshop One local champions webinar 5 @ HOME events for our partner councils. So it’s ok to feel tired. It’s ok to want a break and guess what? Rest is the most sustainable act you can do for yourself.

Time to get growing! Join our free sessions next week. Link in bio 💁🏽‍♀️

It’s 90% drinking fluids, 10% nervous wees! What’s your pre-talk routine? Follow for more tips on sustainability communication 💁🏽‍♀️

“Communities can only be as resilient as they are connected.” Last week we joined LGBTIQI+ locals and some wonderful allies to celebrate Mardi Gras week with some new buddies. Our panel chat was frank, fearless and funny. Participants left with a new awareness of local services and some new connections too. Thanks to the wonderful support of the @lanecovecouncil @sydney_north_health_network @thealcott @twenty10glcs @katie_m_little @knc.org.au #sydneymardigras #lgbtiqa

Some good, some not so good. What’s got you talking this month? 🎙️

In case you were wondering. 💁🏽‍♀️ Tag someone who has been an epic communicator of planet friendly solutions for you👇🏽

Wanting to speak more can seem hard to enough but as soon as you start planning, those sneaky thoughts pop up. Being an environmental communicator delivers all the feels; insecurity, fear, self-doubt. But did you know bunch of things you can do to get those voices under control? Our years of experience shows it comes down to the right combination of: 🎤 Purpose 🎤 Practice 🎤 Proficiency But what does that mean in practical terms? Join us for our webinar on 15th Feb and we’ll give you the 5 tips and actions which stepping out to speak so much easier. We know it doesn’t seem easy, but trust us it doesn’t have to be this hard either. Link in bio. #environmentalworkshop #environmentalcommunicator #speaking #environmentalspeaker #sustainabilityspeaking

Welcome to Orange and please meet ELF! Follow us for more Australian sustainability stories. #sustainability #communitysustainability #sustainabilitytips education

Maybe you started composting this year. Maybe you got that solar quote. Perhaps it was the year you test-drove an EV or repaired a shirt or wrote a submission in support of some renewable energy projects in your area. It might also be the year you’ve decided to step out from thinking just about just the personal actions you can take and have decided to share your messages with others in your area. 
No matter who you are or what you have started, please keep going. The action only happens when you act. You got this. Follow us for more advice on sustainability and communicating environmental messages. #sustainabilityeducation #electrifyeverything #sustainabilitytips #sustainabiltiyspeaking #climateaction

Because practice makes perfect right? New sustainability educators want to communicate solutions to audiences but can lack the confidence to show up when starting out. Join our webinar on Feb 15th for tips on communicating with confidence.

The fresh start effect can be used when you’re moving, in a new relationship, even when you just get back from holiday. It’s exactly why when the calendar ticks over to a new year that we start setting goals and resolutions. 🗓️ You’ve seen ours, now what are you cleaning out and what are you aiming to do in 2024? Tell us below 👇🏽

It’s nearly time for us to jump off for the year, but we want to say Hey 👋 Hey to the people who’ve trusted us to run programs with this year 👋 Hey to the educators who are stepping into workshops with us for the first time 👋 And Hey to the doers who have changed behaviours at home and nudged your families, neighbours and communities to come with you 👋 2024 is looking pretty great with you all by our side so thank you for making this year so good! 😊 Thanks from Jo, Anna and Maitreyi 👋

Coming in hot with what our community have been talking about the last few weeks… What’s got you talking? 🗣️

There are 5 steps to a great workshop 🗣️ 1. Get the brief- think not just about the date, time and budget, but the objectives, learning outcomes, audience, tech set up, room layout and flow of the day. 2. Plan the session - in the meantime, how might we get the most out of the audience? How might we want the people to feel, what do we want them to walk away with that they didn’t have before and importantly, how can we get them to this point? 3. Create the session aids- use simple, easy communication tools that give people a prompt, which helps you to manage your time and gives extra learning guides to back up your points. 4. Refine and adapt your work- this is critical. Rework things that don’t flow, rethink things that are going to suck. 5. Present- time to bring it all together! Workshop presentation gets quicker and quicker as you do it and with the right practices, should be a fun and easy process to follow. Want to learn more about how to become an environmental educator? Follow along for more info! #schoolworkshops #workshops #environmentalcommunicator #workshoptips

We get asked lots of questions so we’ve come up with an easy answer. If you’re asking these things then ‘Unpack Your Good’ is for you. Link in bio. #teachmetodoitmyself #sustainabilityeducation

Everything I have in the last 5 years I owe to the decision to go out and start Good For the Hood. Thinking about starting out or getting stuck in on environmental solutions? Unpack Your Good is here for people like you! Link in bio.

IYKYK 🎆 Won’t be long! #unpackyourgood #courselaunch #sustainabilitycourse

Cue nervous wee. 🫣 Next week is a big one. #workshops #courselaunch #courses #environmentalcommunicators #workshoppresenters #sustainability

👏🏽 A clear sense of your unique value. 👏🏽 The world needs more authentic, relatable people to share solutions to decarbonise our communities. We need people demonstrating how we can repair and reuse our precious resources. We need people like you to show us what reducing food waste can look like. If you have a sustainability passion, chances are you’re a great messenger for someone else in your community. Download our free guide to find out how you can do it. Link in bio. #sustainability #educators #workshops #facilitator #environmentaleducation

Happy Monday. When it comes to making a difference in the world, it’s not always what you do first, but the fact that you show up to start. You do you, ok? You do you.

“Bloody huge. Just massive.”* *No one has said that about the benefits of sharing workshops with your amazing environmental solutions, but we reckon if we asked them, they would! Heaps of benefits to you and the planet. Download our guide to find out more! #environmentaleducation #sustainabilityworkshops #climatesolutions #workshops #sustainability

Missed our workshop? Need a pick-me up? What some useable tips on working through the myths holding you back. Comment below and we’ll send you the link! #communicator #workshops #facilitation #facilitator #workshop #workshoptraining #facilitationtraining #sustainabilityworkshops #environmentaleducation

First rule of a good communicator is authenticity right? ✨ Here’s to the unapologetically themselves humans showing up and getting it done. 💪🏼 Follow on for more tips on being real and relatable (if not chaotic and uncoordinated most of the time). #environmentalcommunicator #authenticity #presenter #unpackyourgood

Lights 💡Camera 🎥 Satisf-Action. 😊 Being an environmental communicator delivers all the feels. There’s a bunch of benefits including: 🎬 An increased sense of purpose and satisfaction. 🎬 Becoming more informed and aware of the topics that you are passionate about. 🎬 Growing your networks and develop connections with scientists, activists, policymakers and subject matter experts. 🎬 Developing persuasive speaking skills, facilitation techniques and the confidence to present. 🎬 Advocate for positive change and use your platform to influence, raise awareness and inspire. 🎬 Opportunity to earn money to supplement your current income, add new revenue streams to your new or existing business. 🎬 New career opportunities as the demand for environmental communicators grows. We’ll unpack why stepping into this space is a valuable and critical part of systems change in our upcoming webinar. There are only 3 days to go so hurry and comment below and we’ll send you the link.

Haven’t got a ticket yet? DM ‘myths’ for the link…. #sustainability #mythsabouthumans #climateaction #humanbehaviour #environmentalcommunication #workshops

Even when it’s 💩 , it’s not 💩. If I’m honest…that’s the truth. 
When I get paid to do speaking or presenting or launch courses, even on the very worst of days, it’s better than my old life. I often wonder why that is? And there’s no one answer… 💩It’s partly because I’m my own boss in this work. Accountable only to me. That’s hot. 💩It’s partly because I’m working on solutions and action and optimism and that’s pretty great. 💩Its increasingly because of the people I work with and feeling like I’ve found ‘my tribe.’ 💩And it’s partly because the lifestyle works for me and my family. 💩There’s no one scenario when you are an environmental communicator. 
It can be a side hustle, a volunteer pursuit, the start of a business idea, an additional service you add to your current business. If you’d ask me if it’s worth it? Heck yeah it is. If you’re interested in exploring the world of being an environmental communicator, join our webinar October 12. Link in bio or comments. #environmentalcommnicator #educator #workshops #environmentaleducation #climateaction #workshops #sustainabilitypresenters #speaking #environmentalcommunicators #envionmentalspeakers #workshoppresenters #trustedmessengers #communityleaders #climateaction #australianclimateaction

Doesn’t have to just be in your head! Even before you start something, there’s a thought in your head that it could be an exciting new opportunity. But things get in the way, right? You’re too busy. You are worried you don’t know enough about a topic or how to package it up. Or worse, you’re worried no one even cares that you have cool solutions which work for you. Imagine pushing all that aside for a moment and letting yourself try. We know that big things happen when we let ourselves get stuck in. So why not start? Join our webinar, Oct 12 (link in bio or comments) and find out how to become the aspiring environmental communicator you know you can be! #workshops #sustainabilitypresenters #speaking #environmentalcommunicators #envionmentalspeakers #workshoppresenters #trustedmessengers #communityleaders #climateaction #australianclimateaction

It’s not rocket science and you just may be the communicator for an audience near you. Join our webinar Oct 12 to find out more. Link in bio or comments. #workshops #environmentalcommunicator #climateaction #sustainabilityaustralia #trustedmessengers #climatesolutions

Do you feel like the lone voice when it comes to talking climate? Do you see solutions when it appears others aren't even looking? Do your actions feel like they'll never amount to meaningful change? You are not alone. At Good for the Hood we know that better behaviours when amplified by talented communicators, are important for broader systems change. IF you think of yourself as the: Energy saver 💡 Second-hand shopper or thrifter 👗 Waste warrior 🗑️ Deadly educator🪃 Nature lover 🏔️ Zero waste chef or foodie 🍳 Maker or repairer 🪡 Plant person 🌱 Bicycle Enthusiast 🚲 Fairtrade advocate 🛍️ Compost champion 🪱 or a social connector 💬 AND you want to do more to make an impact... THIS WEBINAR IS FOR YOU. This event will: bust those myths holding you back from sharing your good help you discover how to take the next step in sharing your unique skills; introduce you to people doing just that. Link in bio or comments. Grab your ticket, spots filling fast.

Sound familiar 👉🏽 “I really want to (start workshops/do more speaking/pitch my cool idea/start talking to local businesses) but I’m not (ready/confident/good enough) yet.” Guess what, almost every opportunity or thing we have ever done, we doubted whether we were going to be able to do it. I remember one particular event I sat in a room for 30 minutes alone trying to find reasons why I could go home as I just thought I would do a terrible job. But I’ve never let doubt or fear stop me, and with practice has come progress. I’ve got better and more effective and more impactful because of it. The triple threats of climate, ocean pollution and biodiversity loss are calling us all now. The luxury of time isn’t ours. But when we don’t feel able to contribute beyond our own four walls of our home, we can feel isolated, helpless and disconnected. The reality is we are never quite where we want to be,and that’s ok. Perhaps we are exactly the message someone needs to hear just the way we are. Join our webinar Oct 12 and find out what’s holding you back from becoming the epic environmental communicator you could be. Your agency for change is just that, yours. So what will you do with it? Limited spaces, tickets selling quick to get your free gift. Link in Insta bio or comments. #workshops #growth #environmentalcommunication #communicator #climateaction #sustainabilityworkshops

Jo here 👋 Who knew having a lifestyle that works for you works? Becoming an environmental communicator has meant so much more than just living aligned with purpose. It has enabled me to: 🚶🏽‍♀️Walk my kids to school most days 🏡Travel to diverse and unique Australian communities 💬 Meet amazing people doing epic things 👥 Taught me about the similarities between all of us, not just the differences. If you’re passionate about climate action, ocean protection or community resilience then maybe there’s something in this for you? Link in the bio for our free webinar, get a free thank you gift from us. 
Get your ticket now and we’ll see you October 12.

Tickets selling fast. #environmentalcommnicator #educator #workshops #environmentaleducation #climateaction

The best reason to be stepping into environmental communication is that you are DOING SOMETHING. The anxiety, the angst, the guilt and the conjecture you feel will improve when you act. I mean there’s a lot of other amazing benefits too: 👉🏼 You learn new skills 👉🏼 You learn a lot about the topics you are working on 👉🏼 You can earn a side income to support yourself 👉🏼 You meet amazing people 👉🏼 Your confidence grows 👉🏼 You see new opportunities for action. But this only happens if you start. Link in the bio for our free webinar, get a free thank-you gift from us. 
Get your ticket now and we’ll see you October 12.

Tickets selling fast. #environmentalcommunicator #educator #workshops #environmentaleducation #climateaction

You’re a busy bee, but where your passion is, start there. Your efforts don’t have to be: 🐝 Hugely innovative 🐝Massively time-consuming 🐝Reach thousands of people. Small is good. Slow is good. Smooth is good. But starting is key. 🐝 Link in the bio for our free webinar, get a free thank-you gift from us. 
Get your ticket now and we’ll see you October 12.

Tickets selling fast. 🎟️

It’s all hands on deck and this is your call to action. 🙅🏽‍♀️If you think it’s too hard; 🙅🏽‍♀️or you have to quit your day job; 🙅🏽‍♀️or people won’t listen; then you need to join us. Link in the bio, get a free thank-you gift from us. 
Get your ticket now and we’ll see you October 12.

There’s much to be done and very little time to do it. #workshops #communicators #climateaction #communityclimate #webinar #communityeducator #sustainability #trustedmessengers

*Jo here* I’ll be voting YES for a Voice to Parliament at the upcoming referendum. Because I want to live in a country that recognises Indigenous Australians in our founding document. The Voice will allow Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to have a say on the issues and policies that affect them. When we listen to local Indigenous communities we make better policy decisions. That’s why the voice will make a practical difference - and more than 80% of Indigenous Australians support the Voice. This is a once in a generation opportunity to unite our nation and walk together into a better future. #yes23 #voteyes

Thanks @cessnockcitycouncil what a hoot! 🦉#ourbushlandfestival2023 #cessnock #kitchener @jaysuvaal @aussieark @_treesinnewcastle @natureandnurtureevents @birdlife_snsw @hunterintrepid @hunterlocalnews