Waipuna Hospice’s six op shops need your unwanted items – as long as they are of sellable quality.

That’s the message from general manager of retail, Jace Dowman, who looks after the six op shops that sell quality second-hand items to raise funds to keep Waipuna Hospice operating.

“We really need quality donations. If it's in good, sellable condition, we’d love to have it. Right now, we especially need homewares, bric-a-brac, trinkets, and furniture, things like beds can make a real difference.

“Linen is always needed too – especially at this time of year – plus warm clothing, jackets and blankets. Every donation helps support our community, so if you have items to spare, please drop them off today.”

Dowman said donations can be dropped off at any of Waipuna Hospice’s six op shops – at the Mount, Fraser Cove, Greerton, Pāpāmoa, Te Puke and Katikati – and their two depots.

“Our Pāpāmoa depot is open seven days a week – and so are our three big shops at the Mount, Fraser Cove and Pāpāmoa, making it easy to drop donations off. Our Te Puke, Katikati and Greerton op shops are also open six days a week.”

But Dowman also wants people to know that a free collection line is available – and this can be particularly handy for those who have large or heavy furniture to donate.

“If people need help with larger donations, they just need to call our collection line on 07 281 1755 and leave a message with their contact phone number – and our team will get back to them within 24 hours.

“We run our free collection service Monday to Friday. So you don’t need to lift heavy furniture onto trailers – we can pick it up for you.”

So if you’re downsizing, moving, minimalising or just having good old autumn clear-out, think of donating your extra items Waipuna Hospice’s op shops – which solely funds the end-of-life care they provide to those needing assistance in the local community.

Dowman said his last message is to properly check items to ensure they are sellable before donating. “We truly appreciate every koha (donation) we receive. It’s thanks to the generosity of our community that we can continue delivering hospice care. However, we’re unable to accept items that aren’t in sellable condition.

“If we can’t find a new home for donations, they unfortunately become an extra cost for us to dispose of, which takes money away from our core service or supporting the terminally ill and bereaved. If you're unsure about a donation, feel free to ask, we’re always happy to help.”

For more information on donating items to Waipuna Hospice op shops, visit: waipunahospice.org.nz/shop-with-us. Or see their advert on this page.