3things is a movement for global goodness. We believe if each of us take small positive steps, together we can make some big changes.
So whether you've got 3 minutes, 3 weeks or more, you can do 3things to change the world...
An initiative of Oxfam Australia.
Are you having trouble finding the perfect Christmas present? You want something simple, practical, cheap and if possible, something sustainable right? Find out why spuds and rain may have put an end to your shopping struggles.
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Christmas, and the festive period in general is meant to be a time of celebration, love, goodwill and peace on earth. We all know it’s a time of mass consumerism too and in environmental terms it really is the most earth-destroying feast of the year. In 2008 in Australia, a staggering $36.95 billion was spent on Christmas, with around a third of this ending up in landfill. So how can we have a low-impact Christmas?
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Scientists predict that Orangutans will be extinct in the wild within 20 years, but what does that have to do with me eating oreos you may ask?
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Imagine breaking the world record for the longest journey on quad bikes?! Crossing 57,000km on a 14-month long trip, all in order to raise $100,000 to support Oxfam Australia’s work in Southern Africa. 3things were lucky enough to hear all about the trip- camel meat picnics and all.
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OK guys! You’re exhausted! Study. Been to the gym. Boss kept you back late. Too busy. Got compassion fatigue. One tsunami too many! We’re all feeling it...
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Not just a second-hand clothes swap, in true 3things spirit, the event also raised awareness about sustainability and fashion, fair wages and safe working conditions in a fun and easy way.
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Wanna go camping with elephants? The Surin Project is a unique and innovative concept aimed at improving the living conditions of Asian elephants in captivity through responsible volunteertourism, education and community development.
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Human Trafficking is a pretty big, complex issue and its easy to be overwhelmed. But the best starting place in igniting change is to be informed. Start the Music, Stop the Traffic is an event that is set to raise awareness on the topic, raise some funds and deliver some happy, high-energy tunes.
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It was a dark, blizzardy July’s night when us content producers set out for the Design4Change Exhibition. Held at the ultracool Vibewire Enterprise Hub, carrot cake, free wine and a stew of vibrant, entrepreneurial ideas quickly warmed us.
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The canbot is in keeping with origami tradition - once cut there is no gluing or welding involved in his creation. When I discovered they sell for $2500, I thought I'd give my own range a try...
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