by Layney Britton | Oct 25, 2023 | Govt & Politics, News, Tech & Research
The University of Wollongong’s Luminaries met to discuss sustainable finance as a part of their webinar series, which runs each fortnight. Luminaries involve pioneering UOW researchers, experts and leaders who discuss global social, economic and environmental...
by Tallulah Brassil | Oct 4, 2023 | Education, Tech & Research
A recent report by Monash University’s Sustainable Development Institute (MSDI) has revealed Australians purchase on average an estimated 27 kg of new fashion and textiles each year, twice the global average of 13 kg per person. The study found this overconsumption...
by Tallulah Brassil | Sep 15, 2023 | Arts/Lifestyle/Culture, News
The Gong’s Great Clothes Swap returned on Saturday, September 9, encouraging the community to reuse, recycle and revamp their wardrobes. Since 2014, the Swap has saved approximately 50,000 items of clothing from becoming textile waste. For just $20, attendees can swap...
by Zoe Snudden | Aug 26, 2023 | Arts/Lifestyle/Culture
The University of Wollongong’s (UOW) on-campus Op Shop has not escaped the cost of living increases, however, shoppers are told to rest assured with prices returning to normal. Run by UOW Pulse and Green Connect, the store saw an increase in pricing of clothing items...
by Shelby Chalk | Aug 16, 2023 | Arts/Lifestyle/Culture, News
Source: Shelby Chalk Over recent years young people have switched to purchasing second-hand clothing, not only for the thrill of discovering unique pieces, but to also make sustainable fashion decisions. Stores like St Vincent De Paul, Salvation Army and Lifeline have...