Global thrifting retailer Savers is set to open its third New South Wales store in less than a year.
The second-hand business, which sells across apparel and lifestyle, will open a new door along the busy Parramatta Road in Auburn on May 15 next month.
The new thrift superstore will be surrounded by other major retailers across homemaker precincts and the Auburn Megamall.
The Auburn store will sell thousands of second-hand items across clothing, accessories, and home goods, with the majority of items priced under $10 – as averaged across all categories.
Savers Australia managing director Michael Fisher said the brand has seen success across Sydney with its other two stores in Prestons near Liverpool and a boutique store in Darlinghurst along Oxford Street.
“We’ve seen an incredible response to our Hoxton Park and Oxford Street stores, and Auburn is the perfect next step in our expansion,” Fisher said.
“The store will offer a one-of-a-kind thrift shopping experience, giving Western Sydney shoppers access to quality secondhand goods at affordable prices – all while making a positive impact on the planet.”
According to Savers, the new store will add to the millions of kilograms of textile waste diverted from landfill last year by the brand’s existing Australian stores. With the new Auburn store, Savers manages around 14 stores across Australia.
The new opening in Auburn also expands Savers’ not-for-profit partnerships, with the Diabetes Innovation and Impact Foundation (DIIF) joining the retailer’s growing network, including Red Nose Australia, Diabetes Victoria and Wounds Australia.
DIIF is a new national foundation that aims to help those affected by diabetes through advancing research to prevent or find a cure for all types of diabetes.
Savers accepts donations on behalf of not-for-profit partners helping them fund programs in the local community.
DIIF CEO Glen Noonan said the new partnership will help drive meaningful change in diabetes care and prevention.
"Innovation and collaboration are key to tackling the growing challenges of diabetes, and this partnership not only helps us raise essential funds to advance research and prevention but also creates a sustainable model for long-term impact,” Noonan said.
“Together, we’re driving change that will improve lives today and transform diabetes care for the future."
To encourage early donations, the Auburn Community Donation Centre was opened on April 12, for locals to donate pre-loved clothing and household items before the store’s opening.
“The earlier opening of the Auburn Community Donation Centre gives locals a simple way to declutter responsibly while making a meaningful impact, helping extend the life of quality goods and supporting vital community programs.” Fisher said.