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Make the 'shift to thrift' this October

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Calling all treasure hunters, bargain seekers, and sustainable shoppers! The Knox Op Shop Trail is back and ready to help you shop savvy, give items a new home, and do your bit for the environment.

Did you know that the average Australian throws out 23kg of textile waste into landfill each year and then replaces it with another 27kg of new products? Australians are also the second largest consumer of textiles per person in the world after the United States.  Textiles are also the most carbon-intensive materials per tonne to be produced. 

Op shops can help us change this trend by providing long-term social, economic, and environmental benefits. They are great places to donate quality items you no longer need, which reduces waste in landfills. Op shops also encourage us to buy quality second-hand clothing and household items, helping us recycle instead of buying new products. This reduces greenhouse gas emissions from making new textiles. Plus, the money made from sales at op shops supports community relief services.

This October, join us for the Knox Op Shop Trail to explore the 20 op shops in Knox. Support our community and make a difference by reducing, reusing, and recycling all while finding great bargains!

How does the trail work?

  • Register for free to participate.

  • Print out a competition trail form or email [email protected] so we can send you one.

  • Visit participating stores from 1 – 31 October and get your trail form stamped.  No purchase is necessary.

  • If you decide to buy something, enjoy special shopping discounts and be in the running to win prizes. 

  • Donate goods to a store to receive an extra stamp.

  • Send your completed trail form back to us by 12 November.

Make the ‘shift to thrift’ this October and kickstart your sustainable shopping journey!

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For more information contact Anouk, Waste Education Officer on 9298 8000 or email [email protected].

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