We care about how things are made, printed, and thrown away. This is what we’re doing now, and how we’re trying to keep getting better.
Garments
Our garments are made by AS Colour, a NZ blank apparel brand. All their factories are either WRAP or BSCI certified, and all are OEKO-TEX certified, ensuring safe working conditions and non-toxic dyes. AS Colour maintains 100% traceability across their supply chain and partners with Better Cotton Initiative to source responsibly grown cotton.
Waste
We plan production to use fewer materials, create fewer misprints, and keep more offcuts out of landfill. Our print systems use pouch and bottle refill systems, and our paper products use FSC-certified stock, ensuring responsible forestry management across the supply chain. Our workflows are reviewed and tightened over time as better local recycling and recovery options appear.
Inks
We use GREENGUARD Gold certified inks that meet strict third-party standards for low chemical emissions and reduced indoor air pollution. Our garment inks are water-based, OEKO-TEX ECO PASSPORT certified, and GOTS approved. Our print gear is maintained and calibrated on a schedule so we get accurate results without wasteful re-runs.
Packaging
We are moving packaging towards kraft paper, cardboard, and paper-based tapes, and away from unnecessary plastics. Where plastic is still required for protection, we keep it minimal and keep updating our approach as better alternatives arrive. Our garment supplier has eliminated single-use plastic polybags across their supply chain and transitioned to paper-based alternatives.
Product Life
We reduce textile waste by favouring durable blanks designed to last. AS Colour garments are built for longevity, and extending a garment's life by just nine months reduces its carbon footprint by 20-30%. We encourage realistic order quantities and seek reuse or donation paths where appropriate. Over time, we aim to connect more of our work with circular and repair-focused initiatives in our community.
Long-Term Commitments
Our sustainability work runs on ongoing goals, public sources, and steady improvements rather than one-off claims. We track what we use, where it comes from, and how we can do better over time. This includes exploring better ink formulations, testing new recyclable materials, and staying current with supplier certifications. If you want the detail behind any product or process, we're always ready to walk you through how it's made.
Backing Bendigo's Creative Community
Artist Collaboration
We already work with local artists and musicians on band merch, original graphics, and custom prints. In 2026, we're running a small number of artist-led collaborations with fair payment, clear credit, and creative control for the artists involved.
Community Support
We reserve capacity for local community groups, not-for-profits, and grassroots initiatives. The focus is on projects that add something positive to Bendigo's cultural or social life, priced fairly so budgets stretch further.
Opportunities
We help people who don't usually get a clear path into design or print. That means design support for emerging makers, small runs without huge minimums, and straightforward advice on getting ideas into reality.