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Community Recognition - Wingecarribee Shire Council's Froctober: A Fashionable Step Towards Sustainability

22nd October, 2024.

Wingecarribee Shire Council has used a month long celebration to draw attention to the serious matter of fast fashion through their event 'Froctober: A Fashionable Step Towards Sustainability'. Froctober is an inspiring initiative promoting sustainable fashion while raising awareness about it's environmental impact, highlight ing how our clothing choices can help reduce waste, conserve resources, and protect the planet. The council has held various events such as a clothes mending workshop and clothes swap along with a temporary exhibition. At the atrium exhibition, visitors can explore innovative sustainable fashion designs and solutions in the Froctober gallery, featuring items from local textile and mixed media artists. One standout exhibit is the plastic dress worn by Craig Reucassel on the War on Waste documentary, which tells a powerful story about plastic use in clothing. With fast fashion contributing up to 8% of global carbon emissions, it's crucial that we take action. By supporting sustainable fashion, we take meaningful steps toward reducing pollution and preserving our environment for future generations.