Have you got the op shop itch? Here’s our ultimate guide to Gippsland’s best second hand stores

There’s a certain rush of excitement when you discover exactly what you’ve been looking for at a second hand shop. The thrill of the hunt, blended with a very reasonable asking price, is a very potent mix.

To ensure you have plenty of op shops to continue searching for the perfect shoes, trousers or kitchenware, the Monitor has compiled a list of Gippsland’s best second hand stores.

If you have any suggestions for great Gippsland op shops to add to our list then feel free to email us at [email protected]. 

Let’s dive into some bargain bins.

Sammies Op Shop Treasures

A local thrift store packed with affordable second hand clothing, furniture, books, toys, homewares and trinkets.

Where: 4 Mine Road, Korumburra.

Knoxbook Vintage Vibes

This Warragul warehouse claims to be a “pre-loved superstore”. Browse retro treasures, collectables, books, furniture, homewares and nostalgic items.

There’s also an adjoining coffee shop and nursery.

Where: 14 June Court, Warragul.

West Gippsland Hospital Drouin Auxiliary Op Shop

Run in support of the hospital and the surrounding community, this hospital op shop is a great place to hunt for bargains.

Where: 121 Princes Way, Drouin.

Epilepsy Foundation Op Shop Bairnsdale

Sales from clothing, books, homewares and furniture bargains support the Epilepsy Foundation.

Where: 176 Main Street, Bairnsdale.

Loch Village Emporium

In the picturesque South Gippsland village of Loch, this second-hand store sells pre-loved clothing, books, homewares and bric-a-brac.

Where: 7 Victoria Road, Loch.

Lifeline Traralgon

Every purchase in this Traralgon op shop helps support Lifeline’s community services and crisis support.

Where: 18 Seymour Street, Traralgon.

Sale Uniting Op Shop

Run by Uniting Church members, this op shop offers bargains, with funds supporting community programs.

Where: 407 Raymond Street, Sale.