Options for disposing unwanted household items
The waste management hierarchy encourages us to avoid waste wherever possible, with reusing and repairing items preferred over recycling or disposal. Before throwing something away, consider whether it could be repaired, donated, sold or shared with others. Keeping items in use for longer helps conserve resources and reduces waste sent to landfill.
Repair it
Campbelltown Repair Café
The Campbelltown Repair Café is a volunteer-led community initiative that helps residents repair broken household items instead of throwing them away. Whether it's small appliances, clothing, bicycles or other everyday items, skilled volunteers work alongside participants to share repair skills and help extend the life of valuable items.
By repairing rather than replacing, the Repair Café helps reduce waste, save money and support a more sustainable community.
Makerspace
Extending the life of the things we own is one of the best ways to reduce waste. Visit the Campbelltown Library Makerspace or join a local community group to learn repair, sewing, upcycling and other practical skills that help keep useful items out of landfill.
Donate it
Buy Nothing groups
Buy Nothing groups are local community networks where people can give away unwanted items, request things they need and share resources with neighbours for free. These groups help keep usable items out of landfill by connecting people who no longer need something with others who can make use of it. From furniture and household goods to toys, clothing and garden supplies, Buy Nothing groups are a simple way to reduce waste, save money and build stronger community connections.
City of Campbelltown SA - Give away | Facebook
Buy Nothing Campbelltown/Felixstow/Paradise (West), SA | Facebook
Buy Nothing Magill/Tranmere/Woodforde/Teringie, SA | Facebook
Donate to local charities
Before booking a hard waste collection, consider whether your unwanted items could be donated. Many charities and community organisations accept quality clothing, furniture, household goods, books and other reusable items. Donating items in good, clean and working condition helps support local community services, reduces waste sent to landfill and gives valuable items a second life. Please contact the organisation before donating, as accepted items may vary.
| Charity / Op Shop | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Salvos Stores Campbelltown SA | Shop 1-3/590 Lower North East Road, Campbelltown SA 5074 | 08 8165 2529 |
| Vinnies | C/544 Lower North East Road, Campbelltown SA 5074 | 08 8336 1690 |
Rotary Club of Campbelltown – The Shed | 7 Benjamin Street, Newton SA 5074 | 08 8337 3377 |
AWL Op Shop | 66 Reid Avenue, Tranmere SA 5073 | 08 8348 1300 |
RSPCA Norwood Op Shop | 68 The Parade, Norwood SA 5067 | 08 8363 4882 |
Goodies 'Op' Shop | 243 The Parade, Beulah Park SA 5067 | 08 8332 8631 |
Quaker Opportunity Shop | 51 Kensington Road, Norwood SA 5067 | 08 8333 2804 |
North East Community Assistance Project Inc (NECAP) and Thrift Shop | 489 North East Road, Hillcrest SA 5086 | 08 8266 2780 |
Please donate responsibly: Op shops can only sell clean, safe and reusable items. Broken, stained or heavily worn items often need to be disposed of by the charity at their own expense, reducing funds available for community programs. Contact the organisation beforehand if you are unsure whether an item is suitable for donation, and check their opening hours for accepting donations.