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EPISODE · May 26, 2026 · 55 MIN

The weirdest Australian festivals and the future of sustainable fashion

from Life Matters - Full program podcast · host Australian Broadcasting Corporation

From the dunny derby to the championship tuna toss, some of Australia's most iconic events sound almost completely made up. But these quirky festivals tell us something deeper about regional Australia. Often times, the novelty comes from a community finding creative ways to bring people in, keep their towns thriving, and show off a part of the country most of us would otherwise drive straight past.Sustainability has been a fashion buzzword for well over a decade. But the controversial sale of Everlane to a fast-fashion giant has left many shoppers wondering what this means for the future of ethical consumption. Author and podcaster Clare Press and ethical fashion co-founder Eric Phu explore whether sustainable clothing can truly make for financially sustainable businesses. The average person spends around 90,000 hours at work in their lifetime. That's a lot of time to spend somewhere if you're not happy. This Working Life host Lisa Leong explains the classiest way to quit your job, and what to consider before you pull the trigger.

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