
What You Can and Can’t Donate to an Op Shop
Unsure what to donate to an op shop? Learn what’s welcomed, what isn’t, and why. This guide explains how to make sure your donations actually help.
Find Your Nearest Op Shop, Thrift Shop or Use Clothes Store Near You, Anywhere in Australia
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Unsure what to donate to an op shop? Learn what’s welcomed, what isn’t, and why. This guide explains how to make sure your donations actually help.
Discover how Australia’s op shops evolved into vibrant community hubs, offering affordable, sustainable fashion and homewares
In Australia, the term “op shop” is widely used to describe second-hand stores that sell donated goods at affordable prices. However, in many parts of the world, particularly in the United States, these same stores are referred to as “thrift shops”
In Australia, op shops (short for opportunity shops) are becoming an essential shopping destination for many families, especially as the cost of living continues to rise