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A print and digital publication exploring the intersection between new frontiers in design, business, science, technology and social impact.

Matters Journal is an initiative by Local Peoples.

07/08/2025

Recently, Matters Journal explored the mind of Rob Hopkins and his quest to boost the collective imagination to build desirable and sustainable futures, overcome the "disimagination machine" and findreal solutions to climate change.

Explore how dreaming bigger might just save us: https://t.ly/OKgE3

05/08/2025

Did you know animals are the real architects of Earth? A groundbreaking global study shows that animals - big and small - have the power to reshape landscapes on a scale that rivals half a million major floods every year!. From digging and burrowing to their impact on ecosystems, these creatures are working wonders for our planet. Learn more about how animals are literally shaping the Earth—Read more: https://n9.cl/icgfo

31/07/2025

🗑Humans have created more waste in the last 40 years than in all of human history. And landfills are running out of space.
As landfills reach capacity, the circular economy offers a smarter way forward—reusing, repairing, and rebuilding.
This week on Matters Journal, Daniel Vlahek explores how industries and individuals are rethinking waste, valuing longevity over disposability, and designing a more sustainable future.
Read the story > https://n9.cl/890if

28/07/2025

Plastic is everywhere: even in your medicine cabinet.

Over 9 million plastic pill bottles have entered the market, and many end up in landfills instead of being recycled.

But change is here! The first 100% recyclable paper prescription bottle is making waves, proving that sustainability and healthcare can go hand in hand. Could this be the future of medicine packaging? Learn more at: https://n9.cl/odwvg

23/07/2025

ICYMI, Matters Journal explored the issue of eco alternatives to mining.

In Alexi Freeman's piece, he explains, 'plants embodying the capacity to bio-extract REEs from contaminated soil could also assist the transition from carbon-fuelled mining. Researchers ... have partnered with the Queensland Government to explore the economic potential at an industrial scale of plants to extract REEs such as cobalt, lithium and zinc.

Native species like selenium w**d are exploitable for their ability to act as "hyperaccumulators", resulting in an innovative eco-mining method known as "phytomining" – a new practice gaining significant ground in academic research and industry circles.'

Read the full story here: https://t.ly/_KJHe

22/07/2025

This isn't just another soccer jersey. The Spanish club Real Betis, which plays in La Liga, the country's top flight competition, has created something revolutionary: a playing kit made from an invasive algae that's damaging Mediterranean ecosystems.

They’ve literally taken a problem that harms marine life and transformed it into high-performance sportswear. This is the kind of creative, brilliant solution our planet needs: turning a threat into a triumph.

It’s a game-changer. Is this the future of sustainable football wear? We think so. Read more: https://n9.cl/yhyme

17/07/2025

After being diagnosed with a debilitating neurological condition, adventurer Nick Allen set his sights on the Himalayas—and didn’t stop there.

Through his charity Mastering Mountains, Allen now helps others with neurological diseases rediscover purpose, community, and the power of the outdoors.

Read his story on Matters Journal > https://n9.cl/n24esi

15/07/2025

🏕 Community only grows stronger when people feel at home.

First Hike Project achieves this by taking young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds on day hikes and overnight camping trips throughout the Australian wilderness.

Surrounded by a peaceful setting, the easygoing conversation helps to form lasting bonds.

Read the story > https://n9.cl/dtlh1

11/07/2025

A new study finds that a community’s collective moral compass is an even stronger determinant of carbon emissions than politics. Curious? Read more > https://n9.cl/fgh57c

10/07/2025

Thought-provoking read: Renewable electricity is helping the EU achieve its goal, but campaigners caution against relying on biofuels.

Here’s how European countries compare on renewable-powered transportation, and the role that biofuels are playing in the transition: https://n9.cl/54ucx

07/07/2025

This week is NAIDOC week with celebrations held across Australia to recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

NAIDOC week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.

You can support and get to know your local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities through activities and events held across the country.

More at https://www.naidoc.org.au/

02/07/2025

Australia’s aged care system is undergoing a major transformation, with a new reform act taking effect this month. And the focus is shifting from provider-driven care to a human-centred approach.

This means designing services and spaces that enhance accessibility, foster inter-generational connections, and prioritise real human needs.

This week on Matters Journal, Nikki Stefanoff is looking at how we can use human-centred design to drive meaningful change in aged care. Read the story > https://n9.cl/82fjvm

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