The young people looking to fight Australia's clothing sustainability crisis

A Santa Sabina student launched a pre-loved clothing store with her peers.

From July 1, some major retailers will be required to pay a four cents levy for each new garment sold in Australia. Credit: SBS

From July 1,2024 some major retailers will be required to pay a four cents levy for each new garment sold in Australia. The move is part of a Federal Government scheme aimed at curbing textile waste with Australians, who are the world's biggest consumers of clothing on a per captia basis.


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