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Reviewed May 2026
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Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre - Charity Shop in Sandringham
Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre is a charity thrift store at 197 Bluff Rd, Sandringham VIC 3191, Sandringham, VIC. Google rating: 3/5 from 4 reviews.
Google rating
3/5
Reviews
4
Open
5/7
days a week
From Melbourne
17km
Straight-line distance
4 - 5 star reviews
50%
Google review breakdown
Google photos
3
Suburb rank
#3
of 3 by rating
Store details
Address
197 Bluff Rd, Sandringham VIC 3191
Google category
Charity
Nearest listing
1.48 km away (same directory)
Inventory
General second-hand
Facilities
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Google attributes
On-site services
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Opening hours
Monday 9am-5pm
Tuesday 9am-5pm
Wednesday 9am-5pm
Thursday 9am-5pm
Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Contact & visit
+61 3 8599 5433
- Australian thrift directory
- Local to Sandringham
- 3 stores listed in Sandringham
- Details reviewed May 2026
- Direct contact available
Where to Find Us
Map pin for Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre in Sandringham. Many charity shops sit on side streets or church grounds. Check access and parking before you load the car.
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What should I know before visiting this op shop in Sandringham?
Use the facts on this page (hours, stock notes, payment and parking where listed) to decide whether Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre fits your thrift or donation trip. Call ahead on public holidays, and only donate clean, sellable goods so volunteers aren't stuck sorting landfill.
Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre trades from 197 Bluff Rd, Sandringham VIC 3191 (Sandringham, VIC).
Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre in Sandringham, VIC. Google score on this branch: 3/5 (4 reviews).
Branch phone +61 3 8599 5433 for Sandringham donation and hours questions.
Access notes: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Map coordinates for this branch: -37.95991, 145.01898.
Check hours before a long trip to Sandringham (VIC).
Google listing attributes
Donating to Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre
Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre 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 | Usually 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 Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre in Sandringham. Confirm hours, donation rules and stock on the day. Volunteer-run shops can change rosters without updating every directory listing straight away.
Where is Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre located?
Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre is at 197 Bluff Rd, Sandringham VIC 3191, Sandringham, VIC.
Can I donate furniture to Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre?
This store primarily focuses on clothing and smaller items, so large furniture is not usually accepted. Call ahead before bringing bulky donations.
Is Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre open on weekends?
No, it typically operates on weekdays only. Check the hours above to confirm.
Is Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Facilities include: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Is Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre a verified Google business?
Yes - Google marks this listing as a verified business profile. That means the owner has claimed the listing on Google; it is not a verification by our directory.
How does Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre compare to other listings in Sandringham?
Among the listings we track in Sandringham, Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre ranks #3 by Google rating out of 3 total.
Thrift Shopping Guides
New to thrifting in Sandringham, or after a better haul? These guides cover timing, donations, and getting more from a visit to Family Life: Sandringham Service Centre 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.
