The socially conscious brands you can get behind| Lakeside Joondalup

Imagine if every time you shopped, your choices helped to make the world a better place for people and the planet. That’s not just wishful thinking. It’s a reality at Tweed City, where we’re home to an inspiring line-up of brands that are making a real difference. 

From community initiatives and sustainable practices to working towards a circular economy, choosing to shop with brands doing good is a powerful way to drive change, both at a grassroots level and on a global scale. 

Today, we’re spotlighting the retailers leading the charge in sustainability, ethical practices and community support, proving that business can be a serious force for good. When you choose to shop with these socially conscious brands, you’re casting a vote for a brighter business future that values people’s welfare and our planet’s health – not just profit.

Join the mindful shopping movement by finding what you need at these stores:

Is it time to declutter the playroom at home? Enter BIG W’s Toys for Joy Recycling Program, which gives old toys new life through its partnership with Terracycle. This program is a win for parents and carers worldwide who don’t know what to do with broken toys other than toss them into landfill. 

How it works

Joining BIG W in this eco-friendly mission is easy and impactful. Simply gather old and broken toys and take them to a participating BIG W store, where they’ll be collected and transformed into new materials through TerraCycle. 

What can you recycle?

The Toys for Joy Recycling Program accepts a wide range of toys, making it convenient for you to participate. Items include:

• Plastic toys and dolls
• Wooden toys
• Electronic toys (with batteries removed)
• Metal toys, including cars
• Board games, books and puzzles
• Play-Doh, paint and slime
• Oversized toys such as bikes, scooters, skateboards or sports toys such as soccer goals

Why it matters

BIG W’s Toys for Joy program shows that it’s possible to bring joy and play into children’s lives while also caring for the earth. Whether you’re cleaning up for World Environment Day or just decluttering the house, this initiative keeps plastic and other materials out of landfills and educates future generations about the importance of recycling and sustainable living.

Coined ‘kicks with a conscience’, Platypus has stepped up its game with the Platypus Planet initiative, a program committed to making better, more sustainable choices that put people and community first.

How it works

Platypus Planet comprises a number of initiatives, including:

• Sustainable products: Platypus continues to increase its range of eco-friendly footwear, offering products made from sustainable materials that minimise environmental impact.
• Recycling programs: Partnering with recycling organisations, Platypus encourages customers to recycle their worn-out shoes so they can be processed responsibly instead of reaching landfill. 
• Eco-conscious operations: From packaging to store designs, Platypus is implementing eco-friendly practices across its business to reduce waste and energy consumption.
• Headspace and Youthline partnerships: These support employee diversity and the mental wellbeing of its staff. 

Why it matters

Through the Platypus Planet initiative, every step you take in Platypus shoes is a step towards a more sustainable and inclusive future.

The Cotton On Group and its Cotton On Foundation are working hard to make the world a better and more sustainable place for everyone. By teaming up with charities and communities worldwide, they’re addressing big issues facing young people today – and going from strength to strength. 

How it works

The Foundation advances its mission through several key programs and initiatives, including: 

• Education programs: By building schools and offering quality educational resources, the Foundation gives children and communities access to learning, which helps break the cycle of poverty.
• Healthcare initiatives: From providing clean water to building healthcare services, the company addresses basic human needs, giving everyone a chance to thrive. 
• Sustainability efforts: Cotton On champions environmental protection through sustainable programs and practices. 
• Infrastructure development: By creating community centres, irrigation systems and sanitation facilities, the Cotton On Foundation helps create safer, more resilient communities where people can thrive.
• Inclusive activities: Launching their CURVE range in more locations caters to a broader range of body types and customers, ensuring everybody feels their best. 

Why it matters

Every item sold by the Cotton On Foundation contributes to these projects, so whether you’re buying for yourself and the kids or just checking out the latest fashion trends, you know your dollars are doing good. 

That’s a wrap for some of the socially conscious brands you can throw your support behind at Tweed City. We’ll add more retailers as the list grows, so sign up for our newsletter or follow us on Instagram to stay in the know. And remember that change is the sum of small efforts, so you can start making change today.  

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