This is a hidden gem of an op shop. The prices here are just... incredibly good. I think it's fair…read moreto say that I made out like a bandit here. I got a porcelain jug for $2, some jewellry for $4 for 4 pieces, and a ginger pot for $1. Plus books. Staff are completely lovely. This is a great shop that's a bit of a TARDIS--it's bigger on the inside. In fact, there is what one of the lovely ladies called "a treasure room" out the back, so don't think it's just the front part, there's this extra bit out the back with bric-a-brac, shoes, vintage clothes and other things. Then near the change rooms, there's another little hidden room, with cushions, sheets, blankets and baby things. Really great little store and this is another must visit again on my op shop list.

I'm kinda afraid to write about Hosanna op shop, as it might lure more people here. I want them all…read morefor myself! Can't I? Must I share this with you? Oh well, here we go. An absolute gold mine. Everything here is cheap with a capital 'C' and the stock is amazingly good and varied. Last winter, they had a stunning collection of faux fur jackets, absolutely fashionable and just short of a magazine shoot. The leather shoes are plentiful here and at such incredible prices. The shop layout is huge and divided with clothing, bric a brac, bevy of hats and scarves, bling accessories and so much more! For someone who thrives on handbags, I found so many collections here. Some in leather, some canvas and delightful totes. Oh, I could just stare at them for hours! It's definitely worth a trip here, as you'll find many op shops in this area. Meet neighbour Salvos who's just next door, and you'll also find another Salvos branch and Goodwill just down the road in Findon. So know that I've told you about the best op shop in town, you have my permission to visit Hosanna, as long as I'm allowed to tag along! :p

I've been finding that some of the chain stores like Salvos & even Savers are wising up to brands &…read moretrends and pricing accordingly. I went to a Salvos the other day looking for a dress up outfit and a disgusting 70's dress was priced at $59.95!! Excuse me?! Did you know you're an OP SHOP??!! I have to say I'm with Kamini here... a little loathe to share it but since I'm so nice I can't help myself! Hosanna Op Shop is one of the best op shops I have ever been to. They are still run by little old ladies who price things as op shop items should be priced. There was a plethora of brown and black school shoes (should you ever need a thousand pairs of them), great vintage items, loads of hats, scarves and bags and some very good near new clothing and homewares stuff. As well as that there's a great selection of preowned books and I have managed to pick up a few gems there :) I'm finding lately that it's better to find those little church run op shops than go to the big chains, as they tend to have the bargains as well as volunteer staff who are always friendly! You won't regret visiting this humble little shop.

I visited The Warehouse the other day to see what it was all about…read more Owner Sarah described it as a place selling rustic used hardware and homewares, and that's exactly how it is. In fact, it's almost a bit of an antique store. In amongst tools and hardware of all sorts are wall hooks, books, tables, teacups and evena spinning wheel! There were a number of things which caught my eye, in particular a gorgeous blue table and some large metal flowers. Everything looked clean and in good shape for selling. Though not necessarily cheap, their prices seemed reasonable to me given the quality of mose of the wares. If you are looking for tools, this is a good place to go - they have heaps. There were many shovels and garden tools, some ladders etc. I would recommend this place if you are looking to redecorate your home or add a rustic feeling. I also suggest checking out this little gem if you love vintage shopping! There is a relaxed, quirky atmosphere and plently of eye-catching wares! The owners were lovely to talk to, and happy to show me around the shop. I really liked how this adds to the little bundle of business in Woodside. It feels right at home and being a little different to most second-hand stores in the area gives it a bit of an edge. It definitely suits the atmosphere of the Adelaide Hills. It is on the main street, but set back, so keep that in mind or you might walk straight past it! Highly recommend going for a browse! Loved it.

The owner is so funky and fun. The shop has a great atmosphere. Sophie Rose has created a place to…read moreexplore and take in the vintage feel. Her wares are cool and her prices are reasonable.

From the owner: We love our vintage and quirky fashion and accessories, and we also love making our clients feel…read morelike a million bucks when they walk out of our store with their special finds!

The Stirling Community Shop is a not-for-profit association run entirely by Volunteers. We raise…read moremoney to support district nursing, aged and disability care and our local Community, which we've been doing since 1960! Our friendly shop sells quality and affordable second-hand clothes, shoes & accessories, homewares, toys, retro, vintage, collectables. Donated by our Community for the Community Our opening times are: Wednesday: 9:30am to 3:30pm Thursday: 9:30am to 3:30pm Friday: 9:30am to 3:30pm Saturday: 10am to 1pm Sunday Stirling Laneways: 10am to 2pm Come visit us soon! :)

One of the most visited and donated op-shops in the Hills area. They sit right on the main street…read moreof Stirling and their donation box has a regular run of people dumping old fashions and wasted clothes. With most businesses, high frequency of customers and prominent location usually lend to success and high quality. Unfortunately, with op-shops this can be a fatal draw back. Strolling along the aisles in this community store, you can't help but feel some other young trendster got there before and picked up all the cool shirts, jeans and hats. They left you with daggy, out of size dress pants and jackets missing buttons and smelling kind of like death. It's a shame. I can't speak for the women's stuff, but I assume it would be the same or worse for them. Regardless this is a good store to find simple second hand clothing. Daggy shirts to paint in, or throw away pants and jackets for a costume party. There's also a lot of kids stuff kicking around, if you want some crazy toys or old VHS and story books for the young 'uns. The women that work their are lovely too, and offer some of the lowest prices I've seen in my op-shopping experience.

Run for the benefit of the Bridgewater CFS, this op-shop is small but has a decent range of toys,…read moreclothes, books and other assorted thingamajigs. There are things on the shelf here you can tell have been sitting there for years, and others that will be gone tomorrow. It's all a bit of a muddle inside because they don't have a lot of space. Clothing racks in the middle, books, hats, shoes, toys, old VHS and electronics on the walls. A lot of the stuff is totally useless, but there are some treasures hidden away behind some of it. Just takes some conviction to digging to find it. We went by the other day and picked up an old camera, some funky shirt and an old golf bag for less than 20 bucks. The girls in here are very generous price wise. The store doesn't have a postal number, but it's located on the Southern side of Carey Gully Road from the freeway. It's easy enough to spot if it's open, as you'll see boxes of trinkets and clothes racks outside, but otherwise you might just confuse it for a defunct cottage too close to the road. The opening hours are tricky, as with many other op shops. Basically, they're open when they're open every day except Tuesday. My advice is to hit the place up in the mid morning to afternoon.

A hidden op shop gem. Full of all sorts, this is one of the bigger op shops I have come across…read more The staff are volunteers and the shop is integrated into the minda home. Those who live in the home can come in and take anything they want - it truly is touching to see the kids come in eagerly looking for new toys that have arrived. Unfortunately the store is only open on Mondays from 9-12 but the staff are lovely and very helpful when you're looking for something specific. When partaking in love performance, this is the first place I come to for costume ideas.

Love! Why do I get…read moreso much more of a kick out of op shopping in the country? It must be a combination of the rock bottom prices, or the treasure trove of the trashy, tasteless, terrible and brilliant all in one location! Some places you'll find reflect the community, in fact I once went to an op shop in the middle of Queensland where I swear all the clothes were as dusty as the town. Just feels so damn genuine. Community Courtyard is a melange of VHS, toys, bric a brac and clothes, as far as the eye can see. Some were actually in pretty good nick too,,, not for the faint hearted however, as this will require a good rummage. pants, dresses, skirts and jumpers are all $4, jackets and shoes $5 and tops $3.

I used to make a special effort to get to this lovely op shop on the other side of town…read more Now I find their prices match the big commercial op shops so it's not worth bothering. If you live near by you can probably afford to shop there and they do often get quality stuff so it's worth checking out.

Run by Clayton-Wesley Uniting Church , all profits from the op shop goes to the local and…read moreinternational outreach programs. With a chapel-inspired shaped door, this op shop is fantastic with prices and good stock. Rows of wooden racks displaying women's clothing, men's clothing, kids clothing and vintage tops are aplenty. I spotted some pretty evening dress shoes, most going for under $10. Am sure most ladies can relate to how expensive shoes are nowadays. Expect to find lots of Mummy groups here as they dive into kids international brands, such as Pumpkin Patch, Esprit and Gap, all going for great prices. I spotted plenty of vintage furnitures and stunning bric a brac pieces. This has got to be one of the cheapest op shop in the city. Bring a bag or two to stock up at your next visit. Caution: Highly addictive!

I am not entirely sure what the owner's purpose for running this op shop is. It doesn't appear to…read morebe for a charity, but prices are so cheap that I can't really see it as a place for people who want to make wads of folding money. The only other possibility I can think of is that the owners/workers are passionate about thrift in general, or maybe about recycling and cutting down waste, but I really don't know. Whatever their motives the result is an op shop that has items that are dirt cheap. I often find myself scurrying quickly away from the place in case they change their mind and charge me double on my items--that's right, a whole 80 cents, that's almost a $1! There is even an area outside and to the right of the entrance that has a sign "FREE" where items are free for people to take. No matter how many times you double check, they really mean it, that area is free. From the free zone I've wombled home wine glasses and shoe preservation boxes. Inside the store is three rooms: one for clothes, one for kitchenalia, and one for bric-a-brac and books. They've said they also have a furniture section but if there is one I couldn't work out how to get there but my guess is that it is next door to the main shop.

Suggest people search www.secondchanceinc.org to find out what this charity is all about. The…read morefurniture section is huge and is at 131 Richmond Road, Richmond, 5042. A very worthwhile organisation!