OzHarvest in Sydney, Australia | Community organisation

OzHarvest

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 1800 108 006

Address: Unit G3/G4, 46-62 Maddox St 2015 Sydney, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.ozharvest.org

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25.01.2022 After Covid forced our students online, the Nourish Program is back face-to-face! Last week marked the start of the Certificate II in Kitchen Operations for our Sydney students and they returned on-site in style decked out in full chef uniform for the first time. Thanks to all the funders, supporters and new friends who helped ensure a smooth return to the kitchen and classroom for our Nourish family!

25.01.2022 By joining the fight against food waste, you're not just saving the planet, you're saving money too! Every year, households throw away an average of $3,800 worth of groceries because of food waste. Remember to follow our mantra: LOOK at what you have before shopping BUY only what you need STORE food correctly to ensure it lasts longer... COOK what you have These simple tips will have you spending less AND helping our planet!

25.01.2022 Sunday at Nel Restaurant is the day for OzHarvest Hospitality Heroes! More than 3,000 delicious cooked meals have ben delivered to agencies including Northcott Community Centre, who are a not-for-profit disability services and support provider, and Redlink, who provide support and services to residents in public housing in Redfern. Chef Nelly Robinson said: We love being part of the OzHarvest Hospitality Heroes project, were cooking up around 500 meals a week. We cook the meals on Sunday, pack on Monday and OzHarvest collect and deliver on Tuesdays. Thanks to Electroluxs support, we have been able to keep a chef employed for two days a week on this project alone."

24.01.2022 Throwing away just one hamburger wastes the same amount of water as leaving the shower running for 90-minutes! When we throw away food, we also waste all the precious resources that went into producing it. Follow our mantra Look.Buy.Store.Cook to reduce your environmental footprint to save food and water #fightfoodwaste #foodwaste #wastefreewednesday

24.01.2022 If theres one thing we are learning from watching ABCs Fight for Planet A, its that there are a bunch of ways that we as individuals can reduce our carbon emissions. One incredibly effective way is by shifting to a plant rich diet This doesnt mean cutting out meat! Just by incorporating more plant-based meals into our diet, and simply reducing our dairy and meat intake, we can significantly reduce carbon emissions! Change starts with us, and together we can make a real difference for our planet! Tune in to the ABC at 8:30 tonight to learn more about reducing your carbon emissions #fightforplaneta #yourplanet

24.01.2022 Less than a month now until Christmas! Just in time, Santa Cookies are now available in-store and online at Woolworths with 50c from every pack sold going to OzHarvest food rescue. Remember, just 50c allows OzHarvest to provide a meal to someone in need this Christmas.

24.01.2022 With the end of the year fast approaching, our CEO and founder, Ronni Kahn, wonders where has 2020 taken us? Where is 2021 taking us? To help navigate this period of challenge and uncertainty, Ronni sat down with some inspirational Aussies to ask and hear what they had to say about purpose. Here’s a sneak peek to Ronni's upcoming full length series Pondering Purpose!

23.01.2022 RUOK? Day is a chance to remind ourselves to check in on those around you. Today at OzHarvest, that started with our Food Supply Manager, Diego bringing cupcakes to our awesome vollies at the OzHarvest Market to let them know how much we appreciate them. We also tuned in around the country to an OzHarvest family all-in video call to share stories of our challenges and feel good moments over the last few months (ending with a special performance to put a smile on our faces ). Today and everyday, make sure to take care of yourself and each other.

23.01.2022 Theres actually a right way to store your food in the fridge and by doing this, you are ensuring that your food lasts longer! Top and middle shelf: Ready to eat foods! This includes dairy products, leftover meals, cooked meats and prepared salads. Bottom shelf: Raw meat, poultry and fish! These foods should be stored at the bottom of your fridge to prevent cross-contamination. Ensure that each item is wrapped or in a sealed container so that it doesnt come into contact with other foods. Salad drawer: Fruit and veg! For leaves and herbs, try wrapping them in a damp paper towel before storing to prevent them from drying out and to keep them fresher for longer. Just by following these simple rules, your food will stay fresh for longer!

23.01.2022 It's World Environment Day! OzHarvest's founder and CEO @ronni.kahn wanted to take a moment to talk about something she learnt only after starting OzHarvest: that food waste feeds climate change. In fact, food waste is responsible for 8% of greenhouse gases!! But there's good news! Reducing food waste is the single most effective action an individual can take to fight climate change. The power is in our hands, so join the fight against food waste today and help save our plan...et #WorldEnvironmentDay2021

23.01.2022 My favourite things about working for OzHarvest is our amazing team! Its by far the best bunch of people Ive ever worked alongside. Also seeing the wide-eyed bewilderment of our volunteer Van Assistants at the sheer volume and quality of food being discarded and then their smiles when we deliver it to an agency is incredible. Paul, Food Rescue Driver OzHarvest WA : Craig Kinder Food Photography

23.01.2022 Our amazing OzHarvest Gold Coast team received this incredibly heartwarming message this morning from the Sunnyfield Disability Services in Tweed Heads. "Last week we received Food Essentials Boxes from OzHarvest and Kristie is just one of our clients who received one of the boxes. Kristie lives independently and has support workers come into her home. Kristie with assistance cut up all the vegetables, steamed them, let them cool and then put them in a freezer bag to freeze.... Kristie is very excited to make all different meals with the food she received, including pumpkin soup and pasta bake. Were so beyond thankful for all the food we receive from OzHarvest." - Maya Thank you so much to the Sunnyfield Disability Services team for supporting people doing it tough right now and allowing us to share this story.

21.01.2022 A huge thanks to shoppers who have already raised over $700,000 for OzHarvest by donating to the Woolworths Christmas Appeal! Along with a generous donation from Woolworths, the total raised for the appeal so far is $1,214,132! Supporting OzHarvest is as easy as rounding up your shop at the the checkout in-store, adding a donation to your online order or purchasing a pack of Woolies Santa Cookies (available from Wednesday) every little bit helps feed Aussies this Christmas!

20.01.2022 Sending a big shout out to our amazing team of chefs and packers who prepared their 100,000th meal for the Sydney cooked meals program today! Our superstar team has been working tirelessly in the kitchen to help people in need during the Covid period, and today's milestone is a true testament to their hard work and commitment. Thank you to all of the chefs in the OzHarvest family for nourishing our country!

19.01.2022 Tune in to Totally Wild on 10 Peach 8am this Friday 18 September - tomorrow! Catch our very own Chef Sarah and Madi from our Education Team sharing all the fun that is our delicious FEAST schools program! #FightFoodWaste #OzHarvestFEAST #totallywild

19.01.2022 "The biggest impact we have is being good company for people." The first episode of Ronni's new series 'Pondering Purpose' is live and she couldn't be more thrilled to welcome her first guest Amanda Keller. Tune in to the video to hear them chat about what gets them out of bed in the morning. If there is someone that you’d love Ronni to ponder purpose with, leave a suggestion in the comments!

16.01.2022 2020 was a year like no other. We were all challenged and given new experiences that grew us as individuals and as a community. At OzHarvest, we continued to deliver on our mission to feed millions more people in need and we truly could not have done this without you. With all my heart, I thank you for all of your support and belief in us this year. We have created a video to show you what we have achieved, together. Our work continues and we are so grateful to have you by our side as we continue to Nourish Our Country. - Ronni Kahn AO, CEO and Founder

16.01.2022 Our congratulations goes to OzHarvest Wagga chapter coordinator John Foord, who this week received honours for Senior NSW Volunteer of the Year for the Riverina District and also the All Round Volunteer award! John started the Wagga Chapter around 8 years ago and has done an amazing job for the Wagga community with a very dedicated team of volunteers. Find out more about John's special accolade and OzHarvest Wagga at: www.dailyadvertiser.com.au//riverina-volunteers-recognise/

16.01.2022 Sometimes it can be hard to know just how much food you're wasting - this week we are challenging you to find out! Make a list of all the things you throw out and at the end of it, try to think of ways you could have reduced your waste Your list should include: Rotten food, offcuts from fresh produce, skins from fruit and veggies, leftovers that get thrown out, etc Let us know how you do! Together, we can make a difference

16.01.2022 It’s National Recycling Week! Right now, you can help both the planet AND people in need, just by recycling your used bottles and cans. Simply take your empty drink containers to any Return and Earn machines in NSW, Containers for Change TOMRA Recycling Centres in QLD & WA, and TOMRA machines in NT for the ‘Bottles Can Change Lives’ recycling appeal. For every 5 drink containers donated, OzHarvest will be able to deliver 1 meal to someone in need! myTOMRA Australia Containers for Change QLD Containers for Change WA Return and Earn #bottlescanchangelives #returnandearn #containersforchange

15.01.2022 "Today at Woolworths Neutral Bay I had to park outside of the loading dock as there was a truck already there when I arrived. When I returned to the truck to start loading I noticed a woman holding her 18 month old son up to touch the flashing hazard lights, she mentioned that he just loves trucks, so I opened the back of the truck so they could see all of the fresh produce I had collected inside. I know it was just a small gesture but I was so happy to see the joy and wonderment on his young face. I like to think that I have the same look on my face when I'm watching the waves break onto whichever beach I've decided to stop and eat my lunch near that day. For me the more time I spend in nature the more I am amazed at how lucky we are you have such a wonderful planet to live on." - Wayne, OzHarvest Food Rescue Driver

14.01.2022 Happy 10th birthday OzHarvest Newcastle! Over the past decade, the Newcastle team has rescued over 3,000 tonnes of food from local food donors allowing them to deliver more than nine million meals to people in need. We want to celebrate and thank everyone at OzHarvest Newcastle - including our staff, food donors, supporters and volunteers in the Hunter region!

13.01.2022 Tune in at 10.10am tomorrow to see Larry and Kylie from The Morning Show who joined OzHarvest for a day rescuing food from Woolworths and packing cooked meals with Ronni.

12.01.2022 We're looking forward to tonights episode of Fight for Planet A, which is all about FOOD! Food waste is a huge problem in Australia, and is a massive contributor to carbon emissions. Reducing your food waste is one of the most effective ways you can reduce your carbon footprint and help fight for our planet. Small changes CAN and DO make a big difference, so join us in fighting good waste, because change starts with us Tune in to the ABC tonight at 8:30 to find out all about what food has to do with carbon emissions and what you can do to help! #fightforplaneta #yourplanet

11.01.2022 Thanks to a new initiative from TOMRA, you can help people in need and the planet at the same time. OzHarvest is one of the lucky charity partners in a new recycling campaign Bottles Can Change Lives at any TOMRA Reverse Vending Machines in NSW, QLD and NT. Every drink container you donate will raise 10 cents to help Aussies doing it tough during COVID-19 at any participating Return and Earn (NSW), Containers for Change (QLD) or Container Deposit collection point (NT).

11.01.2022 This Father's Day, give your dad a gift with purpose sales from every pair of our Socks With Soul helps OzHarvest deliver 30 meals to people in need! Place your order at ozharvest.org/ozharvestsocks by August 24 to get a pair in time for Dad's Day!

09.01.2022 Since starting in May, the OzHarvest Mobile Market has visited 31 towns, held 114 pop-up markets and distributed over 83,760kg's of healthy produce to more than 6,980 households. Many of the communities the OMM has journeyed to are not only coping with Covid but also recovering from bushfires and drought from earlier in the year. Thank you to everyone who has helped our OMM team, including local suppliers, community volunteers and All Wheels Refrigerated Rentals for making our market mobile!

07.01.2022 "All I can say for sure is the day I really started questioning what was meaningful for me, everything changed." We are so amazed by the journey of our CEO and founder, Ronni Kahn as she reflects on her life and how she came to create OzHarvest in her first memoir 'A Repurposed Life.' Ronni has put so much of herself out in the world for all to see throughout this process, and this video is an extension of that journey raw and unflinching. #ARepurposedLife

07.01.2022 Our CEO and founder, Ronni Kahn joined the Leading Generous Teams podcast to talk about all things OzHarvest and how we as a team have adjusted during this period. "Social sector leaders need to give themselves permission to take time off and refresh, which sends an important signal to their teams that taking time for self-care is encouraged, the founder of OzHarvest says." Listen now on: https://plinkhq.com/i/1528707395?to=page

07.01.2022 Tonight on Q+A, our very own Ronni Kahn AO will be on a panel of wisdom speaking on leadership and the road to recovery post-COVID. Ronni will be joined by fellow panellists: Chancellor, University of Wollongong Jillian Broadbent Former WA Premier Colin Barnett Broadcaster and author Kerry OBrien Aboriginal Pastor at Sydneys St Johns Church Ray Minniecon... Tune in tonight at 9:35pm on ABC TV + iview. To submit your questions, head to: www.abc.net.au/qanda/ask-a-question

06.01.2022 "I was brought up in a family that was very community minded, so I find it natural to want to be a volunteer. I think it is important to do your part, and I enjoy helping people. With OzHarvest, I’m helping with two important things: reducing food waste and getting good food to people that might otherwise go without." - Jim Miles, OzHarvest Victor Harbor volunteer Our most senior volunteer, Jim Miles was recently recognised by the Thanks A Million campaign! At the incredible... age of 94 years old, Jim is based in South Australia and doesn’t show any signs of slowing down! Not only has he volunteered with OzHarvest’s Victor Harbor chapter since its beginning, but he also volunteers for a number of other programs, including Encounter Industries, the Men’s Shed and Adare Uniting Church. Thank you Jim for being such an inspiration to OzHarvest and our #YellowArmy! See more

06.01.2022 "If I don't have a purpose, I'd be nothing. I'd be like a chorizo sausage." Ronni's guest this week on 'Pondering Purpose' is Miguel Maestre who speaks about how repurposing is a lifelong journey of growth and discovery. Watch the video to find out more about Miguel's first years in Australia, finding where he belongs - and chorizo sausage!

06.01.2022 OzHarvest has been busier than ever and recently we delivered our 150 millionth meal! This incredible achievement was made possible thanks to the dedication, support and generosity of so many who have become a part of the OzHarvest family over the last 16 years. In that time, we have saved 50,000 tonnes of food from landfill, preventing 100,000 tonnes of greenhouse gases. Over 10,000 food donors have provided us with rescued surplus food that has supported over 2,000 charitie...s across the country. Our National Food Rescue Partner Woolworths contributed 31,824,653 meals alone! We want to thank everyone who has supported us and been part of this journey. We are so grateful for the OzHarvest yellow family of over 200 staff, 2,500 volunteers, chef ambassadors, corporate supporters and regular givers who help to keep our wheels turning every day making sure we get good food to those who need it most and continue to Nourish Our Country. Our services are needed now more than ever, and with your support we look forward to delivering 150 million more meals to our community.

05.01.2022 Chef Patty is preparing tomato, basil and chickpea soup on the menu today! This will make 250 nourishing portions for people doing it tough right now made with OzHarvest

05.01.2022 Tonight we'll be watching our good friend Craig Reucassel's new show, Fight for Planet A! Exploring how we can all help reduce our individual and collective carbon emissions, this three-part documentary aims to empower and motivate Australians to take action on climate change Change starts with us, so tune in to ABC on Tuesdays at 8:30pm and see how you can make a difference

05.01.2022 Our stat of the week goes to OzHarvest Brisbane driver Peta who took out the team's "Biggest Single Rescue" honours with a whopping 1000kg potato pick up on back to back days! That's two potatonnes of spuds saved from going to waste and going out to people in need. Thanks to the generous donor who reached out to us when they had an oversupply in their manufacturing process and were thrilled to hear that the biggest bags of spuds we've ever seen could help provide more than 6,000 meals to households doing it tough.

04.01.2022 This week we celebrate NAIDOC Week and reflect on the rich history and culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The theme this year is 'Always Was, Always Will Be.' which recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. This week, and every week, OzHarvest acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we visit and work on, and pay our respects to all Elders past, present and emerging. #NAIDOC2020 #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe

04.01.2022 Our CEO and founder, Ronni Kahn AO has just finished recording the last sentence of her memoir - A Repurposed Life! "As I read my book out loud yesterday, locked in that sound studio, reading my own story - the heartaches, the screw ups and the successes - I loved it just as it was. I realised we all have a story, a very unique one, even when we dont even know it. And its important to tell each other those stories and be heard." Pre-orders and more information can be found now at http://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/PXK4Q

04.01.2022 Looking for an absolutely delicious, protein packed breakfast? This dish is for you! This garlicky sweet potato and egg bake with pickled onions tastes as good as it looks and its so easy to make! Prick some holes on your medium size sweet potato with a fork and microwave it wrapped in paper towel for 8-10 minutes or until soft and cooked through. Peel and cut the skin into bite size pieces and shallow fry them in oil with crushed cumin and coriander seeds, chilli flakes... and salt until crispy. Mash the sweet potato with a dollop of butter, some finely chopped garlic, salt, pepper, a pinch of ground cinnamon and any cooked beans of your choice. We used black beans! Arrange the mashed sweet potato mix into a donut shape on an oven proof pan, drizzle with a little bit of olive oil and crack an egg in the middle. Put the pan under the grill on medium heat until the yolk is just set. Once cooked, arrange the crispy sweet potato skin on top with some coriander leaves, pickled red onions & more chilli flakes. Voila! A delicious, hearty breakfast and a great start to the day #fightfoodwaste #wastefreewednesday #arabicfood #fatteh #whodoesthedishes Image & recipe by Lucy Leonardi Who Does The Dishes See more

03.01.2022 Father's Day is quickly approaching! This year, say "I love you Dad" with an OzHarvest virtual card and provide meals to people in need at the same time. We have four pun-derful cards to choose from that range in providing 20 to 200 meals to Aussies doing it tough right now. Check them out on our Soul Shop along with all of our OzHarvest gear: https://events.ozharvest.org/shop

02.01.2022 "I am part of OzHarvest because my lifelong quest is to avoid waste and to repurpose things. OzHarvest endures as a powerful force which makes a difference in the real world. I have been with OzHarvest for 7 or 8 years now, and I am so glad I found this focal point which gathers such excellent people together." Ian, OzHarvestSA volunteer #yellowarmy

02.01.2022 As the weather starts to warm up were firing up the BBQ This inevitably leads to leftovers, but dont let them go to waste! Heres a delicious recipe for leftover grilled eggplant (you can use any grilled veggies for this delicious salad) Chop eggplant up into bite sizes and toss with some cooked or tin chickpeas. Heat in a small fry pan for 5 mins on low heat... To make the dressing add a dollop of Greek yoghurt into a bowl, add a splash of water, salt and grated garlic mix well. Drizzle eggplant and chickpeas with the yogurt dressing. You can even add some tahini and extra virgin olive oil - Toss well and garnish with chopped coriander and cayenne pepper for extra kick bit of a flavour kick! Photo and recipe thanks to Who Does The Dishes ~ Lucy Leonardi

02.01.2022 Today the Minister for the Environment, the Hon. Minister Sussan Ley MP jumped in our yellow van to rescue food and deliver it to people in need in the local community. At OzHarvest, we are committed to achieving our target of halving food waste by 2030, working with all levels of government to inform, influence and drive action. It was great to have the opportunity show Minister Ley our work on the frontline #halvefoodwaste #fightfoodwaste #UNSDG12.3 #ozharvest #foodrescue #UNSDG

02.01.2022 Want to save money AND cut down on food waste? Make your own stock, it's easy! Collect all your vegetable cuttings (we're talking onions skins, carrot ends, celery leaves... anything!) and freeze them in a container. Keep adding to your veggie cuttings collection and when youre ready to make stock, pop it all in a large pot of boiling water, add a generous amount of salt and cook for a couple of hours. Voila! Now youve got a delicious stock to use for plenty of different meals. And if youve got too much, simply freeze the rest in batches and save for another dish!

01.01.2022 Over 5 million Australians went hungry or without food last year and that number is surely growing during this uncertain time. You can make a difference right now to help feed someone in need. Every dollar you donate to OzHarvest means we can deliver two meals. Donate at www.hereforhope.com.au

01.01.2022 We are excited to share the news that OXO is now an Awesome Partner of OzHarvest through their 1% for the Planet membership. For 30 years, OXO has designed products that make every day better at home. Now, their support helps OzHarvest and our work more sustainable, which makes every day better for our planet.

01.01.2022 Fundraise for OzHarvest as part of the iconic City2Surf! If ever there was a time for Sydney to come together for some good times, laughter, and love, then its now. The 50th running of the Worlds Largest Fun Run on 18 October 2020 will be a virtual event. We may not get the opportunity to meet on the beach at the finish line in Bondi, but theres nothing stopping us taking our local streets in Manly, Parramatta, Chatswood, Cronulla or anywhere! To find out more, head to https://events.ozharvest.org/event/city2surf2020