Australians buy more clothes than any other country | Video
“We are recommending a tax on fast fashion to protect Australian businesses and also protect the environment.”
Australians buy an average of 56 new clothing items a year, more than the US (53), UK (33) and China (30).
Circular Economy & Waste Program Director NinaGbor on The Today Show
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