Sustainability

Sustainability is important to us and we are always striving to minimise our impact as a business.

We aim to provide long-lasting baskets and bags that are made from recycled and reused materials and are concious of the environment.

Baskets

Pāli Market baskets are fully recyclable at the end of their lives when disassembled, and Passionfruit baskets are recyclable when handles and bases (bamboo and rattan) are removed.

Please reach out to us if you are considering recycling a basket yourself to ensure this is done correctly. There is likely to be a pallet strapping recycling depot near you, however not all facilities process this material so it is important to check first.

Check depots near your house here

Alternatively we offer free shipping for baskets to be returned to us for correct recycling.

Please email us on for further information: maggie@palibaskets.com

Packaging

For the last five years we have supported local businesses and collected secondhand boxes that would have otherwise gone to waste. As often as we can, we ship your beautiful baskets in reused boxes that have been sanitised. (Say thanks to Petbarn, Chemist Warehouse & National Storage :)) Now, due to needing specific sizes or quantities, occasionally we use boxes that are new from local sources but are fully recyclable.

The brown tape that is on your box is 100% recyclable with your box. This amazing innovation is water-activated to make it sticky, and super strong,

We print on a recycled and recyclable matte stock, so put in the recycling bin when you're done.

In summary:

Box: mostly reused and recyclable (in general curbside bin)
Stuffing paper: recycled and recyclable (in general curbside bin)
Flyers/business card: recycled and recyclable (in general curbside bin)

Shipping

We ship via Australia Post who are working towards net zero emissions by 2050 and making big sustainability strides by 2025. This includes using over 5,000 electric delivery vehicles, offering recyclable packaging, switching to 100% renewable electricity across their sites, and helping businesses reduce their carbon footprint with carbon-neutral delivery options and sustainable packaging.