Goulburn Waste Management Resource Shop

Overview

The Goulburn Waste Management Resource Shop is open to the public every weekend from 10am to 2pm..

Located just inside the entry gate at the Goulburn Waste Management Centre, 100 Sinclair Street, the Goulburn Waste Management Resource Shop offers a wide range of quality second-hand items.

Please note: No items will be held, and for staff safety, EFTPOS only – no cash sales and no cash is kept on the premises.

 

What Is the Goulburn Waste Management Resource Shop?

The Goulburn Waste Management Resource Shop is part of Council’s commitment to reducing landfill and promoting a circular economy. It offers a space where residents can:

  • Donate quality, reusable items
  • Purchase second-hand goods at affordable prices (shop opening soon!)
  • Support recycling, upcycling, and sustainability in our community

By donating, you’re helping extend the life of reusable materials and lowering our collective environmental impact.

 

What Items Will Be Accepted?

Council will accept the following second-hand items free of charge if they meet acceptance standards:

Accepted Items Include:

  • Furniture: Clean, undamaged household furniture
  • Homewares: Crockery, glassware, kitchenware, cutlery
  • Building Materials: Timber, metal sheeting, tiles, fencing, plumbing parts
  • Tools & Equipment: Hand tools (non-battery/electrical), garden tools, mowers (any condition)
  • Recreational Items: Bikes, scooters, exercise gear, sporting equipment
  • Decor & Collectibles: Artworks, antiques, home décor
  • Entertainment: Books, DVDs, vinyl records
  • Other: Camping gear, musical instruments, mobility aids, doors, windows, suitcases, etc.

For a full list of accepted items, please click on the the 'Full List of Acceptable Items' tab at the top of this page.

 

What Items Cannot Be Accepted?

For safety, regulatory, and quality reasons, the following will not be accepted:

  • Electrical items of any kind
  • Child car seats or restraints
  • Helmets
  • Fire extinguishers or safety equipment
  • Chemicals or hazardous liquids
  • Knives
  • Mattresses, bedding or pillows

 

Product Acceptance Criteria

All items must meet Council’s Product Acceptance Criteria before being accepted or displayed in the Resource Shop. Items must be:

  1. Safe to use – Free from defects and meeting mandatory safety standards
  2. Good quality – No stains, rips, tears, sharp edges, or broken parts
  3. Saleable – Clean, functional, and suitable for reuse

Items that are recalled, damaged, or unsafe will not be accepted.

 

Full List of Acceptable Items

Household & Decor

  • Furniture (clean & damage-free)
  • Kitchenware, cutlery, crockery
  • Home décor, rugs, lamps
  • Curtains, fabrics, clean linen

Recreational & Entertainment

  • Books, DVDs, CDs, records
  • Bikes and scooters (non-electric, working)
  • Toys & games (for ages 3+)
  • Musical instruments

Tools & Garden

  • Gardening tools
  • Lawn mowers, trimmers, blowers (any condition)
  • Hand tools (non-electrical)

Building & Renovation

  • Timber (usable lengths)
  • Metal, steel, aluminium
  • Tiles (floor & wall)
  • Sinks, taps, plumbing fixtures
  • Doors, windows, screen doors

Miscellaneous

  • Camping gear
  • Craft supplies
  • Antiques & collectibles
  • Mobility aids
  • Suitcases & backpacks

 

Need More Information?

For questions about what can be donated or general enquiries, please contact:

  • Waste Information Line: (02) 4823 4417
  • Waste Management Centre: (02) 4823 4839

 

 

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