Every year, Australians send an estimated 220,000 tonnes of clothing to landfill. While the fashion industry's environmental footprint continues to attract attention, extending the life of the clothes we already own remains one of the simplest ways to reduce textile waste.

That's where FabPatch™ comes in.

Built around the belief that a small repair can make a meaningful difference, FabPatch offers an innovative, easy-to-use solution for repairing damaged clothing, footwear and textiles. Its self-adhesive repair patches help extend the life of everyday favourites, making repair a practical alternative to replacement.

FabPatch's innovative approach to textile repair was recently recognised at the 2026 Australian Good Design Awards, where it received the prestigious Best in Discipline award for Fashion and Textiles.

The recognition celebrates the simplicity and ingenuity of its rub-on repair patches, which require no sewing, heat or specialist tools. By removing common barriers to repairing damaged clothing, FabPatch is helping make circularity more accessible and encouraging consumers to rethink the value of the garments they already own.

It's a fitting achievement for a brand whose philosophy aligns so closely with the Sustainability Summit's commitment to practical innovation and a more circular future.

Two lucky attendees. Two sustainable prize packs.

To celebrate the partnership, FabPatch is offering two lucky door prizes at the 2026 Sustainability Summit, each valued at $160.

Each prize pack features FabPatch's complete range in its most versatile colour, black:

Black Stretch – for repairing stretch fabrics.
Black Merino – for repairing merino wool garments.
Black Extreme – for durable repairs.
Black Shoe – for repairing footwear.

The collection demonstrates how small, everyday actions can contribute to a more circular economy, keeping valuable materials in use for longer.

Two lucky Summit attendees will each take home a FabPatch prize pack, with winners selected through the event's lucky door prize draw on Thursday 12 November. Attendees are automatically entered when they check-in and must be present when winners are announced to claim their prizes. Terms and conditions apply.

Circular thinking starts with the choices we make

As the built environment continues to explore ways to design out waste, retain material value and embrace circular systems, FabPatch offers a reminder that the same principles apply beyond architecture and construction.

From the buildings we design to the products we use every day, extending the useful life of materials is an important part of reducing our environmental impact.

Now in its 10th year, the Sustainability Summit brings together more than 40 industry experts across 10 CPD sessions to explore the ideas, technologies and approaches shaping a more sustainable future.

The 2026 Sustainability Summit takes place this Thursday, 12 November, at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney.

This event is almost at capacity and ticket sales will close 24 hours ahead of the event. Register now for the opportunity to participate in a day of learning, networking and inspiration, with some fantastic sustainability-inspired prizes up for grabs.

REGISTER FOR THE 2026 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMIT

Lucky door prizes are subject to event terms and conditions.

FabPatch™ joins the 2026 Sustainability Summit to champion circularity and give clothing a second life

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