Accessories in good condition can be donated to opportunity shops, SCR Recycling Hubs or use Donate Direct to match your items directly to those in need. If accessories can't be reused or donated, they should go in your red general waste bin.
Accessories
Rehome items in good condition
Accessories in good condition could be sold or given away using online buy, swap, sell platforms.
By rehoming items instead of throwing them away, you're helping use our resources more sustainably and growing our local circular economy!
Donate items in good condition
For sports accessories you could check if the items are eligible for Boots For All.
Sport shoes in good condition are also collected and rehomed by Shoes for Planet Earth.
SCR Recycling Hubs accept shoes, handbags, accessories and clothes. Find your nearest SCR Recycling Hub Locations.
Sustainability tips
When we think of waste our first thought is often packaging or single-use items. But a lot of waste comes from other everyday items such as accessories and clothing. One of the most impactful ways to reduce our waste is to buy less and choose well so your items last longer.
Before buying, ask yourself:
- Is there something I already have that I could use instead?
- Could I borrow this from family, friends or someone in a community group?
- Where will this item be in a year? Two years? Ten years?
- Have I checked what second-hand or rental options are available?
Tips:
- Search for items on buy, swap, sell platforms before buying new.
- Look in Local op shops – there's a range of wonderful op shops in Glen Eira to support before buying new.
- If you're online shopping, give yourself a 24 hour 'cooling off period' before buying.
- Try regularly sorting through your wardrobe to rediscover pieces you love.
- Share accessories with friends and family.
Bags, handbags, shoes, belts, footy boots, soccer boots, kids football boots, basketball shoes, sporting accessories, hats, jewellery, scarves
