Reduce waste while funding hospice care in the Bay of Plenty

Outside the store.

A Bay op shop is introducing a range of budget-friendly second-hand goods to help the community as the cost of living continues to rise.

Waipuna Hospice’s “Waipuna Wares” range will be sold at its MacDonald St store in Mount Maunganui from August 29.

Jace Dowman, the general manager of retail at the hospice, said many people were struggling to buy clothing and essential household items as the cost of living rises.

“Waipuna Wares will offer more affordable items to help our community and prolong the life of donated items,” Jace says.

“Our mission is to turn second-hand items into first-class care for the terminally ill and bereaved, and if we can do that while helping those in our community, even better.

“We are all about helping our community and are excited to see Waipuna Wares open its doors at the end of August.”

Jace says the new bargain range aimed to offer the community more affordable options and help reduce landfill waste.

“Every year we spend a significant amount on sending items to landfill, and that doesn’t sit well with us, not just financially, but in terms of environmental impact.

“The more we can repurpose, the more we can help our community, and the more we can achieve with people’s second-hand goods.”

All items will be $2. Jace says customers could save money, help reduce waste, and help fund care for the terminally ill and bereaved in Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty.

“Find a bargain, reduce waste, and help fund hospice care – it’s a win-win for everyone.”

Waipuna Wares will be open Thursday to Saturday from 10am-3pm.

Waipuna Hospice is excited to announce the opening of “Waipuna Wares”.

- SunLive