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Reuse and repurpose

The longer materials stay in circulation the more value is retained. Reusing and repurposing materials for new functions are two of the ways we can extend the life of resources at their highest value.

This category showcases businesses and organisations that help keep materials and products in circulation by extending their useful life through resale.

Every swap, upcycle and reuse helps to maintain material value and supports a more circular economy.

Upcycle Adelaide

The mission of the Upcycle Adelaide Closet is to provide free new or gently used business casual and business professional attire, for the University of Adelaide community. We support those who are embarking on job interviews, internships and new employment. The closet strives to help community members look their best throughout their job search and positively impact their success in the professional world.

Gerard McCabe Jeweller

Jewellery retailer that buys, restores and resells secondhand, vintage and antique jewellery. Other services include an extensive suite of jewellery repair and restoration services.

3 locations in the Adelaide CBD including Adelaide Arcade, Rundle Mall and South Australian Museum Shop.

Push Pin Boutique Vintage

One of a kind curated vintage > collection starting from the 1940s up to 1980s > Specialising in 60’s & 70’s day and evening wear .. Come for a visit

Push Pin Boutique Vintage

Orchard Bookshop

Orchard Bookshop sells new, used and collectable books. Donations of books and used paper and cloth bags are accepted during opening hours. Furniture and fittings in the shop are all second-hand and upcycled and any damaged books and dust wrappers are repurposed in crafting bundles.

that retro man

Brand new second-hand designer mid-century furniture. Home and office furniture restoration service.

Book Nook and Bean

A friendly, ethically-minded caffeine dealer in Topham Mall. Fantastic coffee from De Groot, teas from The Tea Catcher and treats from other local suppliers can be enjoyed under repurposed lighting, alongside second-hand books which are sold to raise funds for Kiva. All food waste and other recyclables are responsibly managed.

Upholstered Adelaide

Creative revival of existing furniture for domestic or commercial customers. Traditional techniques are used and workshops are run to teach and share skills. In restoration, components are replaced only when necessary and natural fibres are used where possible. Excess fabric is sold for others to use.

Photoco Camera House

Adelaide's largest range of second-hand cameras and photography equipment. Camera repairs and spare parts are also offered.

Central Market Books

Second hand book store. For over 36 years Central Market Books has been providing a variety of great books, magazines, comics and more at great prices!

Fair Seafood

Seafood food shop. Food waste is all reduced, e.g. salmon frames to patties and burgers, remaining waste recycled.

House of Organics

Organic, local and sustainably grown produce. Old bananas are given to other stall holders for reuse (e.g. smoothies). Wax boxes in which produce arrives are reused and returned to growers.

Goodbyes

Seller of pre-loved clothing on behalf of locals. We provide a way for you to shop and sell pre-loved clothing locally, minimising your environmental impact.

Michael Treloar Antiquarian Booksellers

Seller of second hand books. We deal in quality out-of-print and antiquarian books, as well as vintage photographs, manuscripts and autographs.

Michael Treloar Antiquarian Booksellers

Kip Wilckens Jeweller

Jewellery repair work is done on site including, ring re-sizing, re-tipping, chain and bracelet repairs, re-modelling, re-setting of loose gemstones and pearl re-threading. No job is too small or detailed, quotes can be provided on the spot and turnaround times are minimal.

Flexicar - North Adelaide - Brougham Place x O'Connell Street

Car share site - 1 vehicle

Flexicar - North Adelaide - Brougham Place x O'Connell Street

Flexicar - North Adelaide - 103 Ward Street

Car share site - 1 vehicle

Flexicar - CBD - Sturt Street x Russell Street

Car share site - 2 vehicles

Flexicar - CBD - Sturt Street x Norman Street

Car share site - 1 vehicle

Flexicar - CBD - Sturt Street x Norman Street

Flexicar - CBD - Lot Fourteen Wilsons Car Park *ELECTRIC VEHICLE* [OS]

Car share site - 2 vehicles

Flexicar - CBD - Lot Fourteen Wilsons Car Park *ELECTRIC VEHICLE* [OS]

Flexicar - CBD - Hurtle Square x Halifax Street

Car share site - 1 vehicle

Flexicar - CBD - Hindmarsh Square x Grenfell Street [PET]

Car share site - 1 vehicle

Flexicar - CBD - Hindmarsh Square x Grenfell Street [PET]

Flexicar - CBD - Halifax Street x Toms Court

Car share site - 1 vehicle

Flexicar - CBD - Halifax Street x Toms Court

Flexicar - CBD - Gilles Street x Vincent Place

Car share site - 1 vehicle

Flexicar - CBD - Gilles Street x Vincent Place

Flexicar - CBD - Franklin Street x Morphett Street

Car share site - 1 vehicle

Flexicar - CBD - Franklin Street x Morphett Street

Flexicar - CBD - Flinders Street x Victoria Square

Car Share site - 3 vehicles

Flexicar - CBD - Carrington Street x Hurtle Square

Car share site - 1 vehicle

Flexicar - CBD - Carrington Street x Hurtle Square

Flexicar - CBD - 67 Light Square

Car share site - 1 vehicle

Streetlight Music Film and Books

Second-hand record, film and book store, specialising in vinyl records and arthouse films.

Streetlight Music Film and Books

Rerun Records and Photography

Second hand records and an archive of historic Adelaide prints and photographic accessories

Rerun Records and Photography

Here You Grow (Hug)

Small retail outlet selling products made from re-purposed products by NDIS participants. Seller of Bokashi composting systems.

Salvos Store - Morphett

Op Shop with second-hand clothing, toys and homewares as well as books, CDs, records, electrical goods and furniture.

The Couturist

Clothing alterations. Offcuts and scraps used for pillows and cushions

Federation Trading

Restored architectural fittings including fire places, lighting, doors, tiles, leadlight windows and gates. French polishing and timber restoration. A great resource for builders, renovators, architects and interior designers.

Youth Inc

Workshops to repurpose. Teaching skills. Our aim is to engage you in real-world issues and opportunities. This means much more than an excursion to the museum. It implies a deep, meaningful and purposeful engagement in, with, and for the community.

Nudie Jeans

Creating tomorrow's vintage - Nudie Jeans makes clothes that are meant to last a lifetime and offer a free repair service. Jeans beyond repair are recycled or used for patching material. Nudie has a Re-use program and sells recycled wool and denim blankets.

Curiositeas

A quaint Tea Room using repurposed furniture, fitout and cutlery. Food waste is minimised by serving small portions and offering seconds.

Battery Bar - Adelaide

Repair batteries, wiring, terminals. Bicycle batteries. Sell second hand radios and cameras

We are an Accredited B-Cycle member and have partnered with Ecobatt who specialises in the safe collection, processing and recycling of battery products to protect our environment, now, and for future generations.

We are also a Mobile Muster drop-off point for recycling old mobile phones, chargers and cables.Simply bring in your old batteries or phones and drop them in the collection bins in-store.

Ideal Shoe Repairs

Shoe repairs. Reuse leftovers as much as possible and provide paper bags for shoe returns.

Oxfam Books - Adelaide

Second-hand books, magazines, CDs, DVDs and sheet music.

Pound Puppy Vintage

Clothing store with vintage, pre-loved and luxury fashion.

Clarity Records

Used records, cassettes and CDs

Red Cross Shop

Op Shop stocked with a unique collection of quality pre-loved clothing, shoes accessories and homewares

Adelaide Dental Care

Dentist and drop off location for toothbrushes and oral care packaging.

The Adelaide Costume Shop

A huge range of theatrical and fancy dress hire. Hire of hats, masks, make-up, wigs and accessories. Hire and buy.

The Adelaide Costume Shop

French Laundry Consignment

More than a rent a rack. French Laundry is a bespoke resale service with consignment. Exclusively curated and organised.

French Laundry Consignment

Mid West Trader

American and French vintage clothing importer

RSPCA Op Shop

Op Shop. Second hand / pre loved clothing and accessories. Electrical items tested, tagged and sold

Salvos Store - North Adelaide

Op Shop with women's, men's and kids clothing and shoes, toys, homewares, electrical goods, furniture, musical instruments and more. Sell pre-loved goods generously donated by our local community. With new arrivals every day, there’s always something new to discover.

Salvos Store - North Adelaide

MacPac

Outdoor clothing and equipment store. They make durable gear that lasts, use responsibly sourced materials where possible and offer a repairs service. End of life, MacPac branded, merino products can be returned to store for recycling. Unusable gear goes to Offtrack and the 2nd Life Project.

Finding Nina Vintage

Vintage clothing, shoes and homewares store; keeping the existing circulating. When mailing goods, the compostable packaging used contributes to global reforestation.

Vinnies

Packed with quality second hand fashion and homewares, the quirky and fascinating... you're sure to find something you'll love. Maybe it will be something for the kitchen, or your next art project or theatre show, or maybe a book to read on the bus home.

Acacia Arts Studio

Restoration and repairs of vintage and costume jewellery. Second hand fabrics crafted into bags and leathers into baby shoes.