Australian Outback Willow: Drought-Resistant Weaving for Green Funerals
In the vast, sun-scorched landscapes of the Australian Outback, where drought resilience defines survival, a unique synergy of traditional wisdom and ecological innovation is reshaping funeral practices. The use of native, drought-resistant willow species—and analogous hardy plants—in weaving eco-caskets embodies a global shift towards sustainable death care, merging Indigenous knowledge with contemporary environmental stewardship. Australia’s…