Being magazine chats with John Ogilvie, the owner and founder of Byron Yoga Centre, about embodying mindfulness on and off the yoga mat.

A Q&A with Colour and Concept Manager, Wendy Rennie of Haymes Paint, discussing the future of sustainable paint in Australia

Relax. Rebalance. Revive. It’s no wonder that these terms form the foundations of the wellness retreat program at Elements of Byron. This luxurious resort acknowledges that everyone’s journey to wellness is different.

Now more than ever, people are seeking more fulfilling, purposeful lives and are looking to the world of health and wellbeing to find it. Science and research are telling us that how we think, feel, see and engage with the world affects our cellular biology (overall health). This is something that the ancient healers and civilisations of the world have known for thousands of years.

Hemp Collective was founded by Maxine and Mike Shea, a family-run Australian hemp business based near Byron Bay, NSW. We speak to Mike to find out more about their sustainable and ethical brand.

Anni Brownjohn is an award-winning organic food entrepreneur and founder of Ozganics. Here she tells the story of how Ozganics began.

With its influx of Hollywood stars and the infiltration of remote workers, some people are saying that Byron Bay is losing its alternative label and health-centred charm. However, you can still find an equitable option at Byron Yoga Retreat Centre.

Founder Sarite Merlo shares how Byron Bay Tea Company has combined its love of tea with the best ingredients while honoring the rich history of tea.

As pioneers in the natural skincare industry (manufacturing natural skincare for more than three decades), the company has always been at the forefront of new natural ingredients and understanding the value in adopting socially and environmentally responsible practices — for its consumers and the planet. More specifically, it understood the real risk and danger that certain mainstream ingredients present to humans and the environment.

Brookfarm discusses their new environmental initiative to produce carbon-neutral products with the principle of investing in climate-positive projects.

“The truth of the matter is, your skin is never one skin type but rather a living, breathing, changeable organ, and you should treat it as such. By adapting your diet and skin care, you can keep your skin happy, no matter the season”, says Clemence Organics founder, Bridget Carmady

When Bec Abbott enrolled in the IYTA Diploma of Yoga Teaching at the start of the year, she had no idea how much of a lifeline it would be.
The ground-breaking course has a panel of 22 expert lecturers delivering information and practical sessions on asanas, philosophy, meditation, anatomy and so much more.