A new op shop in Hāwera has opened just in time for people to complete their Christmas shopping while supporting a good cause.
The Taranaki Animal Protection Trust (TAPT) has set up an op shop in Hāwera with all proceeds going back to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming feline friends.
TAPT trustee Daveena Taylor says the shop has been in the pipeline for a while and she and the other trustees were happy to finally open the doors to the South Taranaki community.
“We’re very thrilled to be open, it’s been a long time coming. People came in and out during the day. There has been a lot of interest in this and people have also been kind enough to drop donations off for our animals. All the money made through the shop goes straight back into helping. It all helps, especially in the middle of kitten season. We’re so thankful to everyone who supports us, without them none of this would be possible.”
Daveena says the kitten season is already off to a busy start, with adoption days planned for the future.