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flag A global report shows just 6.9% of materials are recycled, spurring a repair movement in Australia with 112 local Repair Cafés helping people fix items and reduce waste.

flag A new global report reveals only 6.9% of materials are reused or recycled, fueling a growing repair movement in Australia. flag On the Far South Coast, volunteer-run Repair Cafés help people fix items like appliances and clothing, with Bega’s café repairing 355 of 382 items in 2025. flag The network has expanded to 112 Australian locations and over 3,000 worldwide. flag The 2026 Repair Challenge encourages extending the life of belongings, while artisans repurpose waste like car rims and vinyl records into art, promoting sustainability and mental well-being.

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