Is there such a thing as an Unsustainable Clothes Swap?

This is the topic de jour when Ali Dibley and Jo Gambale record an episode of their much-loved Questioning Fashion podcast, along with Q&A in front of a live audience at the Green Living Centre.

In the lead up to GLC’s next clothes swap, Ali and Jo discuss the potential issues of what should be a sustainable solution. After hosting public versions for various councils, they found some participants using clothes swaps as ‘dumps’, as many do with op shop donations.

Along with a special guest Theresa Winters, clothes swapping “pro” and advocate, Ali and Jo look at ways we can be more mindful when it comes to swaps and - even beyond that - their default ‘Retail Therapy’ behaviour. With a tagline: ‘fashion is more than just shopping,’ Ali and Jo use their podcast and workshops to shift focus from consumption to creativity.

Join us, bring your friends and enjoy a free drink and nibbles on arrival and an open Q&A after the panel discussion.

When: 6:00pm for 6:30pm start, Wednesday 26 February

Where: Green Living Centre, Inner West Sustainability Hub

Who: This event is provided free to residents of the Inner West local government area. This service is presented by the Green Living Centre, an initiative of Inner West Council. As numbers are limited, the service is only available to residents of Inner West Council area. Search by address at

Find Your Local Council - Office of Local Government NSW to find your local government area, if you're unsure. Proof of residential address will be required.

Accessibility: If you have any access or support requirements in order to participate fully please let us know. The site is accessible via paved pathways with a slight slope from street to buildings.

If you have any questions email: greenlivingcentre@innerwest.nsw.gov.au or phone 0466 428 063.