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Nina Gbor

Director, Circular Economy & Waste Program, The Australia Institute

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Melbourne fashion week hints at the potential of a circular fashion industry

The 2026 Melbourne Fashion Festival is on this week. This year’s event marks a major milestone as the festival celebrates its 30-year anniversary. It's one of the biggest fashion events in Australia, and it puts Australian design, talent, innovations, skills, trends, and workers in the international spotlight.

Society & Culture
Melbourne fashion week hints at the potential of a circular fashion industry

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As holiday spending increases, so too does waste

In 2024, The Australia Institute found that Australia’s are likely to buy over $1 billion worth of unwanted gifts, much of which is likely to end up in landfill. There is no reason to think this year will be any different.

ClimateEnvironmentSociety & Culture
As holiday spending increases, so too does waste