Wondering how you can make positive changes for our planet? Our retailers are right there with you.

To make it easy, we've created the ultimate guide to some of the sustainable recycling initiatives and planet-loving programs your favourite brands are participating in so you can make a conscious choice to go greener this year. Not only do these brands offer a convenient in-store recycling service, some will even reward you for getting involved.

Take charge of your e-waste footprint

As we continue to upgrade our tech devices more often, it has never been more important (or more accessible) to responsibly recycle any unwanted devices. These are the brands near you that offer convenient recycling opportunities to lower the environmental impact of e-waste on our planet.

Apple

With Apple Trade In, you too can do your part by bringing in your old devices to be restored or recycled, in exchange for credit towards your next purchase or an Apple Store Gift Card.

Head instore today on Level 1, near Woolworths or find out more here.

Samsung

In collaboration with local recycling schemes and organisations, Samsung take back and recycle e-waste globally by providing regionally customised collection services so that consumers can conveniently dispose of their waste products.

The collected e-waste goes through pre-processing that includes sorting and crushing to be reused as sources for metals and plastic at recycling facilities.

Head instore today on Level 1, near the Food Court or find out more here.

Telstra

With over 500,000 devices recycled since their partnership with Mobile Muster began, it’s never been easier to take part in Telstra’s mobile recycling program. Simply head in-store and recycle your device at the drop-off point, or you can even trade in your old device for a more affordable upgrade.

Head instore on Level 1, near the Food Court or find out more here.

Return and recycle

Big W

Launched in 2022, Toys for Joy is the first recycling program of its kind and aims to reduce landfill by recycling eligible, preloved toys. Collection points are available in every BIG W store and it’s so easy to get involved. Simply round up your toys and drop them into the Toys for Joy chest at your local Big W store. Your donations then get passed on to the team at Terracycle to divert these items from ending up in landfill.

Drop yours off today at Big W on Level 1, near Starbucks Coffee or find out more here.

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David Jones

David Jones is proud to offer BeautyCycle, a specialised beauty packaging recycling program in partnership with Terracycle, that recycles what can’t be put into household recycling bins. Not only does this divert valuable materials away from landfill, but provides an opportunity for them to be recycled to make new products.

Simply bring your clean empty items to designated BeautyCycle units located in David Jones beauty departments.

Drop yours off in store on Level 1, near Aesop or find out more here.

L'Occitane

L'Occitane works with over 130 French farmers and 10,000 pickers to ensure that the highest quality, sustainably-sourced ingredients go into their range. Since introducing eco-refills packs in 2008, there are now 26 products in the refillable range from body and hand wash to shampoo and liquid soap, meaning you can choose to use on average 85% less plastic and opt for an environmentally friendly option.

Head in store today on Level 1, near Woolworths or find out more here.

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Mecca

To ensure your beauty empties don’t end up in landfill, Mecca have partnered with TerraCycle®, the global leader in recycling the ‘unrecyclable’. Rather than throwing away your used empties, the TerraCycle® program accept these hard to recycle items, ready to be sorted, processed and transformed into something new (and just as beautiful).

All MECCA stores have an in-store TerraCycle® bin that’s made from 100 percent post-consumer waste, including some from the 150,000 empty beauty containers our customers and team members have already recycled through TerraCycle®. So next time you reach the end of your favourite beauty product, head into your local MECCA store and pop your empties into the labelled bin (or pass them on to a team member at the registers), and they’ll take care of the rest.

Head instore on Level 1, near David Jones or find out more here.

Assembly Label

With the main goal of minimising waste, you can extend the lifespan of your favourite Assembly Label products. Each limited edition Re-Worn capsule features pre-loved Assembly Label pieces that have stood the test of time and deserve a new life in a new wardrobe.

To get involved, simply contribute your pre-loved Assembly Label items to Re-Worn and divert them from unnecessary landfill. As a thank you for embracing this circular practice, Assembly Label will gift you 20% off your next purchase when you contribute your items.

Visit the store on Level 2, near Myer to make your contribution or find out more here.

Country Road

Country Road is renowned for championing industry-leading initiatives, and in 2022 launched The Country Road Climate Fund—providing $1.5 million in grant funding over its first three years to drive climate solutions in the fashion industry. Recognised as a leading responsible retailer, the brand is proud to support partnerships with Australian farmers, manufacturers and First Nations communities, and focuses on embedding sustainability initiatives into its business.
The first Australian fashion retailer to partner with Oritain to scientifically verify fibre origin, Country Road proudly offers styles made from Verified Australian cotton and Verified Australian Merino that can be traced back to Australian farms. Organically grown fibres, recycled materials and Australian Made items also feature in the brand’s collections.

Visit the store Level 2, near Myer or find out more here.

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Gorman

Gorman crafts a minimum of 25% of their products from GOTS certified organic cotton. With a commitment to continue expanding the use of sustainable fibres in their clothing, their collections include tencel, recycled polyester, non-mulesed merino, recycled cotton fibre and raw rattan linen.

Visit the store on Level 1, near David Jones or find out more here.

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Kathmandu

Since 2019, Kathmandu have been part of the global B Corp movement, which means it meets high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. Fast-forward to today, and they are proud to have been re-certified! In addition to this achievement, they have been commended by B Lab for the significant improvements made to their impact and are leading a global movement for an inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economy.

There’s so much more to explore, like more of their current certifications and list of preferred materials. Find out more >

Visit the store on Level 2, near David Jones.

Nude Lucy

Nude Lucy as a brand believes in prioritising the health of our planet. They are on a journey to sustainability and strive to achieve conscious creation and environmentally friendly practices across their brand.

Some of their sustainably driven practices include using organic cotton, converting labels to use recycled materials and sourcing biodegradable packaging. Find out more >

Visit the store on Level 2, near Myer.

Rodd & Gunn

As a brand, Rodd & Gunn are committed to producing ethical and environmentally responsible clothes since its origins. To do this, they’ve partnered with the world’s leading mills and garment manufacturers to ensure they use the most sustainable raw materials, resulting in long lasting, low-impact garments.

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You can find Rodd & Gunn in Myer, located on Level 1 near Coles.

The Body Shop

Founder Anita Roddick believed that business could be a force for good. With an ambition to become the world’s most ethical and sustainable business, The Body Shop works fairly with farmers and suppliers through their Community Trade programme, produces their packaging mostly from recycled sources, are 100% vegetarian, and stand firmly against animal testing.

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Visit the store on Level 1, near The Coffee Club.

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