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Secondhand Shopping Isn't Boring Any More—It's Booming

#SecondhandShopping #OpShops #AustralianRetail #Sustainability #CostOfLiving #AusNews #AIGenerated

https://thedailyperspective.org/article/2026-03-19-secondhand-shopping-isnt-boring-any-more-its-booming-5b76feac

Secondhand Shopping Isn't Boring Any More—It's Booming

72% of Australians now buy secondhand. Op-shops and resale platforms hit $46B annually as treasure hunting beats traditional retail.

The Daily Perspective

aptronym Feb 7, 2023

Accent Group reports improved sales across all its brands.

The company owns and operates brands including Platypus, The Athlete’s Foot, Subtype, The Trybe, HypeDC, Pivot and 4 Workers, and distributes global labels including Dr Martens, Skechers, Vans and Merrell.

https://insideretail.com.au/business/accent-group-reports-improved-sales-across-all-its-brands-202301

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Accent Group reports improved sales across all its brands

Positive trading conditions boosted sales for multi-brand apparel retailer Accent Group in its December half.

Inside Retail

aptronym Dec 20, 2022

Missing wages and 'blue hands' at online retailer The Iconic. https://www.theage.com.au/lifestyle/fashion/1m-missing-wages-and-blue-hands-the-ugly-side-of-working-for-the-iconic-20221219-p5c7cw.html #retail #australianretail #fashion #labour

$1m missing wages and ‘blue’ hands: the ugly side of working for The Iconic

The Australian fashion brand looks like an exciting place for young people to get into the industry, but behind the scenes the truth is uglier for some employees.

The Age