Rescuing fruit, building community: Podcast feature with Agency International

Fruit Rescue was recently featured on the Agency International podcast, joining a global conversation about the power of community-led change and the practical ways people are tackling big challenges close to home.

In the episode, Fruit Rescue Director Courtney Mathew shares how a simple idea, rescuing excess backyard fruit, has grown into a thriving grassroots initiative.

What began as a local response to the quiet waste happening in our neighbourhoods has evolved into a movement that redistributes food, reduces landfill, and brings people together around shared purpose.

With millions of tonnes of fruit going to waste across Australia each year, the conversation highlights just how much opportunity exists in the spaces we often overlook.

Hosted by campaign strategist Emily Reeves, the Agency International podcast explores how social change happens, from grassroots efforts to global movements.

The discussion dives into the realities of building momentum, engaging communities, and turning good intentions into tangible impact. It’s an honest and inspiring look at what it takes to create change and why local action matters more than ever.

For Fruit Rescue, the feature is a chance to share the story of the south west community with a wider audience, while reinforcing a simple message: we all have the power to make a difference.

Whether it’s picking fruit from a neighbour’s tree, volunteering at a harvest, or starting a conversation about food waste, small actions can lead to meaningful change.

You can listen to the full episode or explore more conversations at Agency International.

If you’re feeling inspired, join us at an upcoming harvest or learn more about how to get involved at fruitrescue.org.au.