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In 2024, we undertook a comprehensive Supplier Risk Assessment to enhance transparency and assess potential risks within our supply chain. As part of this process, a Discovery Questionnaire was distributed to all our Tier 1 suppliers to evaluate their policies and standards for mitigating modern slavery risks.

To help utilise the reuse of uniforms by short-term workers, the Department of Conservation (DoC) launched a “pre-loved” uniform initiative.

We aim to cut our landfill waste by 75% by 2028—a bold goal that focuses on end-of-life materials. This involves rethinking how we design, dispose of, and repurpose materials across our value chain. This commitment reflects our belief in minimising our environmental footprint and contributing positively to the planet.

This is a uniform staple, contemporary, super comfy and flattering style. Lots of function – pockets galore and an elasticated waist.

Sustainability is not just about large-scale initiatives—it’s also about the small, everyday changes that shift mindsets and build better habits. Over the past year, our team has made meaningful progress in reducing waste, sparked by education, personal commitment, and a culture of accountability.

In a first for Deane Apparel, we’re celebrating the release of our 2025 Sustainability Progress Report. After finishing the first year of our three-year strategy we thought there was no better time to rate our performance, celebrate what we’ve achieved and reflect on what we’ve learnt.