Outdoor Furniture for Health and Environment

Ways to stop littering What are the best ways to stop littering is a frequent discussion topic and action in schools, communities and other organisations. Safe guarding our environment for future generations is vital and reducing littering and increasing recycling have a significant role to play. The past 10 years have seen an increase in…

Connecting People in Public Spaces The concept of placemaking has recently gained traction, which involves strengthening the connection between individuals and the place they share. Interaction between people and the environment can be enhanced to generate a positive use of the space, through means such as wide and accessible streets, squares, bike paths and street…

All About our Hardwoods Our timber and street furniture range is manufactured from sustainably sourced Australian hardwoods. Hardwoods are generated from angiosperms (trees that produce enclosed seeds), usually broad leaved and flowering. Hardwoods are generally more durable, with any treatments used extending the durability of the wood. As a material hardwoods are reasonably dense which…

Get recycling ready for National Recycling Week National Recycling Week runs from the 8th to 14th of November every year. This year it is celebrating its 25th anniversary a timely reminder of the importance of recycling and reducing waste. The average person in Australia generates 540kg of household waste per year, showing we all need…

Why outdoor play is so important for kids Over the past 20 years, the world has become a digital playground and a whole generation is growing up with not just video games but smartphones, tablets and so many other devices. Did you know that kids spend an average of 7 hours in front of devices?…

Top tips for improving waste disposal and recycling in Australia Among Australians one thing we can all agree on is the need for a clean environment, whether that be at work, school or national parks. One clear and easy way to do this is to have three designated waste disposal units due to the majority…

Get on your bike and stay active! Bicycle riding is a fantastic way to keep fit and with social distancing measures now in place, it provides a fabulous way to stay active whilst adhering to the current regulations. Regular physical activity is essential for good physical and mental health and riding your bike often is…

Wheelie Bin Surrounds: An easy way to teach kids about recycling Keeping school grounds litter free is a continual challenge for the school community. One way to help support a clean and tidy outdoor space and keep litter at bay is to provide adequate bins and recycling facilities and incentive programs for kids to get…

Why we should all care about public transport Public transport is one of those things that we should all be far more engaged with. In a very real sense, it is a lifeblood of both our economies and our social communities. Research from the Victorian Government, for example, has found that public transport provides benefits…

Three ways you can reduce litter in the schoolyard Schools need to be litter-free environments for students to learn and grow. Cleaner playgrounds create clearer minds, enhancing children’s happiness and connection with nature. Even more importantly, when children are taught from an early age not to litter, they become more respectful of the environment and…

Why bike-friendly communities are better communities With more cars on our roads, increased pollution and the soaring cost of living, keeping our cities lively and livable as Australia’s population grows is a challenge. Research shows that urban communities with good bike facilities have stronger economies, healthier, happier people and better qua­lity of life. Plus, Australian…

Creating Greener Parks For Sustainable Communities When local governments invest more resources into environmental sustainability, the rest of the community tends to follow suit. Parks are a free and open space for us to relax, play, exercise and connect, both with our community and also with nature. This makes them a great starting point for…