by Ivy Swibel | Aug 27, 2024 | Arts/Lifestyle/Culture, News
The UOW markets might provide a fun diversion for students from studying each fortnight, but it also helps build small local businesses. The markets allow artisans to connect and bond with their customers, with the products on offer reflecting their passion and craft...
by Bella Mccann | Aug 19, 2024 | Arts/Lifestyle/Culture, News
A new report reveals that the hairdressing industry is one of the highest producers of waste across Australia and New Zealand. A Eurobodalla hair salon is leading the way in improving sustainability in the hairdressing industry and on the South Coast. Hair on Q in...
by Brianna Movrin | Jun 5, 2024 | Feature, News
Recent figures have revealed that Australia has surpassed the United States as the biggest textile consumer in the world. So, just what is the Issue? The Australia Institute, Circular Economy and Waste Program director, Nina Gbor said fast fashion outlets had a huge...
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 | 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...
