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Is Australia serious about solving its modern slavery problem? The Modern Slavery Act has been around for five years, but it doesn't seem to be making a difference.

Scams to watch out for after wild weather Beware of these schemes if you’ve been affected by floods or want to help those who have.

How ethical is your favourite chocolate? Child labour and deforestation are slowly being addressed, but are manufacturers really cleaning up their supply chains?

8 things I won't be buying new in 2025 (and the few things I will) In an effort to be more mindful about my consumption, I'm committing to a no-buy list.

Will new protections put an end to migrant labour exploitation? An update to the Migration Act allows workers to blow the whistle on employers who do the wrong thing without jeopardising their visas.

Can that charity asking for your money be trusted? There are some checks you can do to avoid donating to organisations that may not be trustworthy.

Ending the silence on migrant worker exploitation Reforms aimed at allowing migrants on temporary work visas to demand fair payment are expected to be enacted this year.

Melbourne-based pharmaceutical company's bloody business offshore Australian company CSL exploiting plasma donation laws on the US-Mexico border.

Excessive contact from charities leading to donation fatigue With over 60,000 charities in Australia vying for funds, some donors feel they're being harassed.

How to buy better and more sustainably in the EOFY sales Avoid sale fails and make sure your bargain isn’t burdening the planet this EOFY.

How to choose sustainable appliances Your guide to buying new appliances that are better for you and the planet.

ACCC investigation reveals misleading green claims are rife The consumer watchdog has conducted an online sweep of business’s environmental claims and vows more action to come.

Eco and sustainability labels you can trust How to make sense of all the green and ethical claims on products and services, and know which ones are legitimate.

Government urged to strengthen Modern Slavery Act The Modern Slavery Act is under review and human rights advocates are calling for tougher measures against offenders.

Is your Indigenous souvenir the real deal? When it comes to the Aboriginal souvenir trade, copies, imports and confusion abound. But there are ways to tell if an item is authentic.

What is ethical and sustainable shopping? A guide for 'conscious consumers' on using your purchase power to support the issues you care about.

Ethical shopping on a budget How to find cost-effective ways to keep your shopping list green and your budget in the black.

Fears modern slavery will increase as temporary migration resumes Experts are concerned that key reforms and protections for workers have yet to be enacted.

One third of companies failing Modern Slavery Act Experts say putting the onus on the market to hold firms accountable for modern slavery is failing.

10 ways to be more sustainable in 2022 Simple ways to reduce your environmental impact and turn over a new green leaf.

How to shop sustainably in the Boxing Day sales Seven tips on how to make more sustainable choices when shopping the sales this Boxing Day.

Is Australia waking up to its textile waste problem? In recent months, a number of government and industry initiatives have been launched in an effort to put the brakes on textile waste.

Are consumers as ethical as they say they are? Evidence shows the 'ethical' shopper doesn't always put their money where their mouth is.

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