Neighbourhood Recycle are celebrating being open one month, and so far they have rehomed 529 garments, preventing those quality outfits from going to landfill.

The store opened at the beginning of October, and the reception from the community has been great. 

Neighbourhood Recycle is the passion project of locals Olivia and Sophie. It is a place for pre-loved clothes to find a new home and get some more wear rather than ending up in a landfill. The idea for it came about quite organically. Both women have a passion for the environment and sustainability, so creating Neighbourhood Recycle meant that they could do their part in the bid to discourage fast fashion.

If you have any funky pieces that aren't getting much wear, definitely consider dropping them into Neighbourhood Recycle. 

“We are so stoked to see the community come together to support Neighbourhood, it has been a really exciting first month. We were overwhelmed with the response from the matakana community and beyond. It is clear that this space was really needed to facilitate both community and the environment. Neighbourhood has rehomed over 500 garments this month which plays a massive part in slowing down fast fashion. Neighbourhood is still collecting garments for the summer season so if you want to drop in a bag we are open Wednesday -Sunday. .” 

Once your garment has sold, Neighbourhood Recycle will magically pop your half of the selling price into your bank account.

One seller is very happy about how easy it is to sell through Neighbourhood recycle.

“I dropped off some clothes at Neighbourhood not expecting to make much money. Then within the two weeks they told me they sold all my garments and that they were transferring $200 to my bank. I was thrilled! I honestly would have just thrown them out or given the items away, but they found them a new home and now I have some beer money!”

Follow @neighbourhoodrecycle on Instagram to keep up to date with what's in the shop. “We can't wait to receive your pre-loved goods!”