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Retail therapy with heart.
Whether you're making a purchase or donating goods, op shops give back to local communities.
Op Shops
Bag a bargain and make a difference.
Some of our op shops are temporarily closed or have new opening hours due to COVID-19 restrictions. Please check with your local store to confirm open hours.
You can find our op shops in:
- Bendigo
- Ballarat
- Barwon area
- Sale
- Suburbs across Melbourne.
Where your money goes
Our op shops raise funds for vital programs and services in local communities.
Local emergency relief programs are the main beneficiary. Other Uniting services supported through op shops include:
Breezeway Meals Program Ballarat
Hartley's Community Dining Room Prahran
Lifeline Ballarat
Meals for Change Ballarat
Knowing what to donate
Our op shops welcome donations of quality, pre-loved items during opening hours.
Some items can’t be accepted for health and safety reasons, lack of space or low customer demand.
Please call your local op shop to check if they accept the following goods:
- Mattresses
- Baby cots, car seats or nursery furniture
- Electrical goods
- Analog TVs and TV units
- Motorcycle or bicycle helmets
- Text books and encyclopedias
- Printers and scanners
- Curtains and blinds
- Coat hangers.
Some smaller shops may not have space for large items like exercise equipment, bedframes or couches.
If you’re not sure, please check in with the team before bringing large items into the shop.
