"Fashion rental has a vital role in transitions to sustainability in fashion," UTS associate professor Timo Rissanen said.

In 2022, Kmart and Bunnings halted the use of FR technology in Australia after a similar inquiry was launched.

The global athleticwear retailer launched an enzymatically recycled nylon 6,6 style in February with the same Aussie enviro-tech startup.

Chairman Bernie Brookes confirmed the business could be sold or work towards a DOCA.

The National Retail Association believes cost-of-living solutions must involve the tackling of business costs.

Parent company PLBY Group is preparing to close Honey Birdette stores in Australia to further drive growth.

Redbubble marketplace records double-digit sales dive

It comes amid a paid marketing strategy shift for the user-driven print-on-demand marketplace.

Heinemann Australia renamed amid NZ market entry

Managing director George Tsoukalas will now lead the newly renamed business under the same title.

Two-thirds of NZ retailers report quarterly sales slip

Almost a third of businesses are unsure whether they will survive the next 12 months.

Consumer confidence drops to lowest point of 2024

ANZ economist Madeline Dunk confirmed confidence fell across the three housing cohorts.

Myer cuts 13 roles across e-commerce and operations

It comes following media reports suggesting that there were 50 redundancies in Myer's head office.

Premier bumps Myer stake above 30%

This is up from 29 per cent reported in March 2024, and 26 per cent in late February.

How Citizen Wolf is scaling a 'Made in Australia' model

"‘Made in Australia’ cannot compete with low-cost goods made offshore," co-founder Zoltan Csaki writes.

Bloomingdales signs on Sydney-based jeweller

Jackie Mack Designs is believed to be the only Australian-born jewellery brand selling at Bloomingdales.

Female-led entities a missed window for venture capital, expert says

Venture capital towards fully female-founded businesses doubled since 2022, to just 4 per cent.

Amazon, Shein and Temu reap $8 billion market share in Australia

The trio have driven a 12% surge in online sales in the last six months.

Swatch installs maze at new Melbourne flagship

The installation is in collaboration with London's Tate Gallery.

M&A deal volumes fall 32% post-pandemic

Apparel is reportedly the second-largest sector in total deal value.

Shona Joy shifts fabrication in sustainability push

Price points have not been affected, the Australian label reports.