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Op shop shoppers will be spoilt for choice when the Warkworth Community Shop, in Winsombe Mall, behind Bayleys Real Estate, opens for business at the end of this month.
Like the established Hospice Shop in Argyll Angle and the recently-opened Warkworth Museum shop in Baxter Street, the community shop will trade in affordable second-hand goods donated by the public.
All money raised will be distributed to local groups, causes and projects such as the fire brigade, St John, surf lifesaving and the Mahurangi Dredging Project.
Owners Christine Hannah and John McEwing both have many years experience in the not-for-profit sector. They will provide professional management and business expertise, supported by volunteer staff.
“We aim to become a valued part of the community providing a quality shopping experience within a well-presented, modern, clean and welcoming shop,” they say. “It will be a place to donate goods, shop and connect with the community, and contribute to the community’s welfare, both financially and environmentally.”
John says grants will be allocated to applicants who meet the funding criteria.
“Potentially, we see the shop generating tens of thousands dollars a year, and this will all be spent on things that benefit our local area,” he says. “We think we will be able to make a difference.”
The shop is now accepting donations of clothing, bric a brac, books, DVDs and CDs, and general household items. Donations can be left at the shop during business hours or a collection can be arranged by phoning 021 0261 3766.
Due to space constraints, the shop will not at this early stage be accepting large furniture items, beds or electrical goods.
The Warkworth Community Shop will officially open on Wednesday May 30, and will operate from 9am-4pm Monday to Friday, and 9am-1pm on Saturday.
