Discover beautiful, functional plastic free creations, handcrafted on the Sunshine Coast by skilled local artisans.
Many of Eumundi’s unique local businesses and market stalls strive to protect the rich hinterland environment by eliminating single use plastics from their business model. At the heart of town, you’ll find Pottery for the Planet offering a vast range of beautiful, functional, and eco-friendly ceramic pieces that serve as sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics and make a great addition to any home or workplace.
Read on to find out more about this iconic and earth-friendly operation and how other Eumundi businesses are fighting to reduce plastic waste.
Passionate About Making a Difference
Pottery for the Planet was founded by Renton Bishopric and his partner, Claire Preen. Renton, an experienced potter, and Claire, an environmental advocate, combined their passions for sustainability and craftsmanship to create a brand dedicated to offering eco-friendly, reusable ceramic products. Their mission is to reduce the reliance on single-use plastics by providing beautiful, functional, and durable alternatives, thereby promoting a more sustainable and conscious lifestyle. And they have taken the Sunshine Coast by storm!
Locally Handcrafted
Each piece is meticulously handcrafted by skilled local artisans who infuse their passion for the environment into every design. The vibrant glazes and unique textures not only reflect the natural world but also celebrate the artistry and heritage of traditional pottery making. And quite simply, it all looks fantastic!
Beautiful Designs for Home, Work & Gifting
Pottery for the Planet’s range of stylish items boasts Australia’s #1 Ceramic Travel Cup – perfect for eco-conscious coffee lovers. Other products include:
- Travel Bowls & Mugs
- Plates
- Eco-friendly Planters
- Tea Sets
- Serving Platters
- Decorative Pieces
- Gift Sets
- Customised Pieces – tailored to the recipient’s taste, making for a thoughtful and unique gift.
And you can be sure that each gift from Pottery for the Planet not only delights with its beauty but also carries a meaningful message of sustainability and conscious living too.
Plastic Free Eumundi
As you walk around Eumundi town and it’s colourful shops, cafes, bars, and markets, you’ll discover numerous businesses making efforts to become Plastic Free. On the main street, Eumundi Coffee Roasters have pretty much eliminated single use plastics in their coffee shop, and in the markets Conscious Path Organics, Hummble and Healthy Focus Eco Store sell only eco-friendly products – and there are many more to choose from.
Plastic Free Eumundi Markets
Particularly in the Original Eumundi Markets section of the markets (identified by the swirling flags), you’ll find businesses are generally environmentally conscious in their offerings and most either produce their own goods locally or support local suppliers.
Many of Eumundi Market’s food stall owners turned away from single use plastic a long time ago and you’ll find most only offer bio cups, paper straws and plates, and wooden and biodegradable cutlery.
Plastic Free Sunshine Coast & Plastic Free Noosa
In Queensland, a range of single-use plastic items are now banned from supply. These banned items include straws, stirrers, plates, unenclosed bowls, and cutlery. Plastic Free Sunshine Coast and Plastic Free Noosa have been pivotal in promoting these changes to businesses and the community for years and it’s fantastic to see much of the community now committed to supporting plastic free initiatives.
Just a Few of the Benefits of Going Plastic Free
Going plastic-free offers numerous benefits for the environment, human health, and society, such as…
- Reduction in Pollution
- Conservation of Wildlife
- Decreased Carbon Footprint
- Less Resource Depletion
- Reduced Exposure to Toxins
- Improved Food Safety
Cost Savings: Although some plastic-free alternatives may have a higher upfront cost, they are often more durable and reusable, leading to long-term savings.
Boost to Local Economies: Choosing local and sustainable products over mass-produced plastic items can support local businesses and economies.
Reducing or eliminating plastic use can lead to a healthier planet, improved human well-being, economic benefits, and a more sustainable future. So, we take our hats off to the marvellous businesses and community initiatives that put sustainability at the forefront of what they do.
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