Opportunity Shops

With four op shops located in Malvern, Malvern East, Windsor and Ballan, we offer a treasure trove of preloved clothing, books, homewares and more.

All proceeds go to supporting aged care and disability services, ensuring funds remain within the local community.

Grab a bargain

Our four opportunity shops in Malvern, East Malvern, Windsor and Ballan provide the community with an enjoyable bargain shopping experience. Staffed by a friendly team of volunteers, the stores offer secondhand, low-cost quality goods including clothing, kitchenware, furniture, books, and bric-a-brac.

Each store has its own unique personality reflecting its location. It’s not uncommon to find a designer label dress, shoes or handbag, or an antique or collectible at a fraction of the price.

All funds raised through the sale of goods in our stores stay in the local community, supporting programs and activities for the elderly and people living with a disability.

Recycled clothing, books, bric-a-brac, and other preloved items at our opportunity shops has many environmental benefits, including reducing landfill and greenhouse gas emissions. Promoting the reuse of goods and offering an alternative to a throwaway culture helps to create a sustainable future for everyone.

Public transport is available within a short walk of each store, making them convenient to visit.

Keep up to date with sales and specials via our Instagram page.

How to donate goods

mecwacare’s opportunity shops welcome donations of saleable goods, including clothing, jewellery, bric-a-brac, kitchenware, and books.

Donate preloved items 
We gladly accept quality clothing, jewellery, books, and bric-a-brac during store hours.

For large donations, please call: 
East Malvern: 03 8573 4670
Ballan: 0438 309 357

Before donating, ask yourself: “Would I buy this?” If not, please consider alternative disposal methods. Thank you for your support!

Become a Volunteer

We are always looking for volunteers to help in our shops.

Join our team and make a difference! Whether you’re helping in-store, sorting donations, or assisting customers, there’s a role for everyone.

We provide training, so you learn new skills, gain retail experience, meet new people and contribute to a great cause.

If you are interested, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator on 8573 4962 or email volunteers@mecwacare.org.au.

Where to find our stores
Malvern Op Shop
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Malvern East Op Shop
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Windsor Op Shop
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Ballan Op Shop
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