Sustainable shopping: The retailers making a conscious change
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.
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, next to Optus 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, opposite Momo Unisex Hairdressing or find out more here.
Image source: Big W
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 on Level 1, opposite Sportsgirl or find out more here.
Image source: Country Road
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 1, opposite Spendless Shoes.
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.
Image source: The Body Shop
Keep up the good work
Explore more about our sustainability progress and how you can be involved with local initiatives at our home of News for Better.
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