Charitable Reuse Australia

🚀 Driving business success through collaboration! CEO of Charitable Reuse Australia, Omer Soker outlines how businesses can lead the way in a circular economy. 👏 He emphasises the importance of product stewardship that prioritises reuse, repair, and social impact, while fostering cross-sector partnerships. 🤝 Read the full blog for the Product Stewardship Centre of Excellence: https://lnkd.in/gnDBgQGV #CircularEconomy #BusinessLeadership #Sustainability #ProductStewardship

💡 Did you know 94% of clothing exported by Charitable Reuse Australia’s accredited network is reused or upcycled? 🌍 This includes: ✅ 72% wearable clothing resold or reused overseas ✅ 22% non-wearable clothing upcycled into cleaning cloths or rags CEO Omer Soker breaks down the myths on exporting, showing how Australian charities lead the world in quality and sustainability. With robust sorting processes and exports tailored for overseas markets, this trade generates $50M annually for social welfare while diverting 100,000 tonnes of clothing from landfill. How will your business champion reuse and support responsible global trade? 💚♻️ #charitablereuse #charitablereuseaustralia #exporting

🛑 Stop the press! The final Charitable Reuse Australia newsletter for 2024 is coming in just ONE WEEK! 📰✨ Have you subscribed yet? This edition is packed with special new sections and year-end highlights celebrating reuse and sustainability. Sneak peek: We have a brand new section which is going to feature our members and partners. So if that’s you, make sure you read this new issue coming out December 11th! 🎉🎁 Subscribe today: https://lnkd.in/g9FE2zGa

🌟 Happy Social Enterprise Day to all the incredible change makers in our community! 🌍 We’re shining a spotlight on the amazing work of our enterprise members and partner organisations who are tackling the big issues—social, environmental, and everything in between—to make the world a better place. 🤝 From embracing reuse to strengthening communities, your hard work and innovative ideas inspire us daily. Thank you for driving real change where it matters most. 💪✨ Let’s keep pushing boundaries, sparking ideas, and creating a brighter future together! 🚀 #SocialEnterpriseDay #ImpactMatters #BetterTogether #charitablereuseaustralia #thefutureisreusable #celebratingsuccess

Reuse in a 100-year-old OpShop building! 👏 We're incredibly proud of Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury Sydney for embracing reuse while celebrating the rich history of their new store, housed in a stunning 100-year-old building. Omer Soker takes us on a tour and introduces us to the team behind this exciting new space. 🤝 Reuse not only has a positive impact on our environment, but it also provides the opportunity to be unique, highlight character, and share history—just like this remarkable building. 🌟 #LifelineH2H #EmbraceReuse #SustainableBusiness #HistoryInTheMaking #CircularEconomy #ShopWithPurpose

👗✨ 53 garments. That’s the average number of clothing items Australians bought last year! 🛍️ This is an improvement from 56 the year before 📉👏, but we still have a long way to go. ️🌏 TAFE NSW's FDS brought this statistic to life with a one-of-a-kind creation —crafted from 53 pre-loved items sourced from Salvos Stores ♻️. Weighing 9.5kg, this stunning masterpiece is a striking illustration of society’s overconsumption. Unveiled at the Seamless Circular Economy Showcase for National Recycling Week, it made history as part of the first-ever runway at NSWParliament House. 💭 How can we rethink our fashion choices to lighten our impact on the planet? #NationalRecyclingWeek #CircularFashion #SustainableStyle #CharitableReuseAustralia #Charitablereuse #seamless #TAFE #FDS #Salvos #thefutureisreuseable

🌟 A Runway with Impact 🌟 The Seamless Circular Showcase at NSW Parliament House was a true celebration of sustainability during National Recycling Week! Sustainability took centre stage with innovative, eco-friendly fashion that highlighted the power of reuse in driving positive change. 👗♻️ Sarah Knop from the Salvos Stores inspired us with her insights: “Reuse keeps items like our clothing at their highest and best use.” She also shared how reuse is a powerhouse for environmental and economic benefits. Reuse in NSW alone saving over $430 million annually and creating 25 times more jobs than recycling. 🌏💚 Events like this show how creativity and collaboration can make sustainability not only achievable but stylish. Together, we’re shaping a future where reuse and circularity lead the way. #NationalRecyclingWeek #CircularEconomy #SustainableFashion #CharitableReuse #TheFutureIsReusable #Seamless #Salvos  

🌍 Let’s turn “old” into “WOW!” At Charitable Reuse Australia, embracing reuse is at the heart of what we do. 🎨 ✨ This National Recycling Week, we’re celebrating the creativity and impact of giving items a second life. Faye De Lanty from Salvos Stores shows us how everyday items, like broken jewellery, can be transformed into something extraordinary. 💎 Reuse is about more than reducing waste; it’s a way to spark innovation and champion sustainability. Together, let’s unlock new possibilities and build a future where creativity and conservation go hand in hand. How will you make reuse part of your journey? ♻️ #NationalRecyclingWeek #Reuse #Sustainability #CreativeSolutions #TheFutureIsReusable #CharitableReuseAustralia 

A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Delta Global and our partners TAFE NSW, Country Road Group, IVE Group, Salvos Stores, The Volte, University of Technology Sydney, HIGH TEA WITH MRS WOO and attendees who joined us at the Seamless Circular Economy Showcase last night! It was an inspiring evening showcasing the responsible innovators and changemakers from across the Australian clothing industry.. As we work towards our goal of transitioning to a circular economy by 2030, we believe collaboration is key. To make this vision a reality, we all need to come together – clothing brands, retailers, individuals, and organisations alike. Want to be part of the movement? Join the growing community of brands, retailers, and industry leaders who are taking responsibility for transforming how clothing is designed, enjoyed, and recycled in Australia. Together, we can create a more sustainable future. https://lnkd.in/gnZF5DBE

Let’s shop with impact. By choosing op shops, you’re giving quality items a second life and helping reduce waste. 🌿🌍 Faye De Lanty with Salvos Stores, highlights the significant benefits of shopping second-hand. This simple decision supports a circular economy and contributes to a more sustainable future. 💪 So let’s make a positive difference through mindful shopping. #charitablereuse #charitablereuseaustralia #salvos #circulareconomy #opshop #sustainability