Two thrift stores in Melbourne’s west are part of a growing push for sustainable fashion, offering eco-conscious shoppers affordable alternatives while reducing waste.
Located in Burnside and Footscray, the Savers®Thrift Superstores have seen local customers embrace secondhand shopping in a bid to minimise their environmental impact. With thousands of items arriving daily, the stores provide a wide range of pre-loved clothing, household goods, and more.
Savers Australia managing director Michael Fisher said the stores are helping to meet the demand for more sustainable and budget-friendly retail options.
“We believe in the power of reuse and the positive impact it can have on both the planet and on wallets,” Mr Fisher said.
“Our aim is to show people that the most sustainable products are the ones that already exist. By choosing secondhand, shoppers can get better value, reduce their environmental footprint, and support the local community.”
Savers’ proven commitment to sustainability is evident through its diversion of over 7.5 million kilograms of textile waste from landfills across its 13 existing Australian stores in the last year alone.
The stores are also committed to supporting the local community by sourcing the majority of its product from not-for-profit organisations. Each store has a Community Donation Centre onsite where donations benefit a local not-for-profit. Savers purchases those donations directly from the not-for-profit providing vital funding for furthering their missions.
“We’re making a real difference not just for the planet, but for the people in the communities we serve. It’s a circular economy where everyone benefits.”
The concept of a circular economy, where goods are reused rather than discarded, has gained momentum in Australia, and this is at the heart of the Savers® business model. The stores have become hubs for shoppers looking to reduce their reliance on new goods and support sustainable consumption habits.
As Australians continue to seek out ways to live more sustainably, Savers’ Burnside and Footscray stores are expected to play an even greater role in promoting the benefits of secondhand shopping – for the good of hip pockets, and the planet.
Savers Burnside is on the corner of Chisholm Drive and Western Highway. Savers Footscray is at 33 Albert Street, Footscray.
