The following tips will help you to achieve this goal.
Small steps
Give away or sell unwanted items such as clothes, furniture, toys and paint
This will reduce clutter in your home and allow others to get some use from your unwanted items.
If you have young children, see if your extended family have childrens’ clothing which could be passed down
This will save you money because children grow out of clothes very quickly. Re-using clothing also prevents it being sent to a landfill.
Freeze leftovers and meals you don’t want to eat right away
This will help you to avoid wasting food, and means you can have a healthy meal available for those busy days when you don’t have time to cook.
Medium steps
Buy pre-loved furniture, books, clothing and toys
This minimises rubbish and energy use, saves landfill space, generates income for charities and social groups and saves you money. Visit
reducing your rubbish for more information.
Make your clothes last longer
Check for moths, mend your clothes, avoid excessive washing and use your washing line instead of the dryer which can be harsh on clothes. These actions will help make your clothes last longer. Using the washing line also helps save money on your power bill.
