Open now · closes 6:00 pm Independent / Other
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3.7 from 6 reviews
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Reviewed May 2026
SWOP South Melbourne - Charity Shop in South Melbourne
SWOP South Melbourne is a charity thrift store at 82 Clarke St, South Melbourne VIC 3205, South Melbourne, VIC. Google rating: 3.7/5 from 6 reviews.
Google rating
3.7/5
Reviews
6
Open
7/7
days a week
From Melbourne
1.8km
Straight-line distance
Store details
Address
82 Clarke St, South Melbourne VIC 3205
Inventory
Clothing
Opening hours
Monday 10am-6pm
Tuesday 10am-6pm
Wednesday 10am-6pm
Thursday 10am-6pm
Friday 10am-6pm
Saturday 10am-6pm
Sunday 10am-6pm
Contact & visit
- Australian thrift directory
- Local to South Melbourne
- 9 stores listed in South Melbourne
- Details reviewed May 2026
- Direct contact available
Where to Find Us
Map pin for SWOP South Melbourne in South Melbourne. Many charity shops sit on side streets or church grounds. Check access and parking before you load the car.
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View detailsWhat should I know before visiting this charity shop in South Melbourne?
Use the facts on this page (hours, stock notes, payment and parking where listed) to decide whether SWOP South Melbourne fits your thrift or donation trip. Call ahead on public holidays, and only donate clean, sellable goods so volunteers aren't stuck sorting landfill.
SWOP South Melbourne trades from 82 Clarke St, South Melbourne VIC 3205 (South Melbourne, VIC).
SWOP South Melbourne in South Melbourne, VIC. Google score on this branch: 3.7/5 (6 reviews). Branch stock cues: clothing.
Google Place ID for this branch: ChIJuzQ_0L9d1moRz4Sq5-vDt6g.
Check hours before a long trip to South Melbourne (VIC).
Donating to SWOP South Melbourne
SWOP South Melbourne focuses on clothing and smaller items; large furniture is not usually accepted. Based on what this store appears to stock, here is a guide to what it is likely to take. Clean, dry donations are easier for volunteers to process, and calling first still beats a wasted trip when the back room is full:
| Item Type | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Clothing & accessories | Accepted | Clean, wearable items in good condition |
| Books & media | Usually accepted | Recent titles preferred over textbooks |
| Furniture | Not typically | Limited floor space; check before bringing |
| Homewares & bric-a-brac | Usually accepted | Crockery, decor and kitchen items that are intact |
| Electrical | Conditional | Must pass safety testing before resale |
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about visiting SWOP South Melbourne in South Melbourne. Confirm hours, donation rules and stock on the day. Volunteer-run shops can change rosters without updating every directory listing straight away.
Where is SWOP South Melbourne located?
SWOP South Melbourne is at 82 Clarke St, South Melbourne VIC 3205, South Melbourne, VIC.
Can I donate furniture to SWOP South Melbourne?
SWOP South Melbourne in South Melbourne primarily focuses on clothing and smaller items, so large furniture is not usually accepted. Call the South Melbourne branch before bringing bulky donations.
Is SWOP South Melbourne open on weekends?
Yes - SWOP South Melbourne in South Melbourne lists Saturday/Sunday hours above.
Thrift Shopping Guides
New to thrifting in South Melbourne, or after a better haul? These guides cover timing, donations, and getting more from a visit to SWOP South Melbourne and nearby charity stores. Start with restock timing if you want fresher rails, or donation etiquette if you're dropping bags after a wardrobe clean-out.
