Closed · opens 9:00 am today Independent / Other
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Used goods 4.5 from 17 reviews
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Reviewed June 2026
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Helicopter Op Shop Ballina - Charity Shop in Ballina
Helicopter Op Shop Ballina is a charity thrift store at 8 Martin St, Ballina NSW 2478, Ballina, NSW. Google rating: 4.5/5 from 17 reviews.
Google rating
4.5/5
Reviews
17
Open
6/7
days a week
From Sydney
599km
Straight-line distance
4 - 5 star reviews
94.1%
Google review breakdown
Google photos
46
Suburb rank
#2
of 12 by rating
Store details
Address
8 Martin St, Ballina NSW 2478
Google category
Thrift store
Nearest listing
0.05 km away (same directory)
Inventory
General second-hand
Hours signals
Open Saturdays
Google attributes
Used goods
Opening hours
Monday 9am-3pm
Tuesday 9am-3pm
Wednesday 9am-3pm
Thursday 9am-3pm
Friday 9am-3pm
Saturday 9am-12pm
Sunday Closed
Contact & visit
+61 2 6681 1135
- Australian thrift directory
- Local to Ballina
- 12 stores listed in Ballina
- Details reviewed June 2026
- Direct contact available
Where to Find Us
Map pin for Helicopter Op Shop Ballina in Ballina. 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 charity shop in Ballina?
Use the facts on this page (hours, stock notes, payment and parking where listed) to decide whether Helicopter Op Shop Ballina fits your thrift or donation trip. Call ahead on public holidays, and only donate clean, sellable goods so volunteers aren't stuck sorting landfill.
Helicopter Op Shop Ballina trades from 8 Martin St, Ballina NSW 2478 (Ballina, NSW).
Helicopter Op Shop Ballina in Ballina, NSW. Google score on this branch: 4.5/5 (17 reviews).
Branch phone +61 2 6681 1135 for Ballina donation and hours questions.
Map coordinates for this branch: -28.8713, 153.56337.
Check hours before a long trip to Ballina (NSW).
Google listing attributes
Donating to Helicopter Op Shop Ballina
Helicopter Op Shop Ballina 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 Helicopter Op Shop Ballina in Ballina. Confirm hours, donation rules and stock on the day. Volunteer-run shops can change rosters without updating every directory listing straight away.
Where is Helicopter Op Shop Ballina located?
Helicopter Op Shop Ballina is at 8 Martin St, Ballina NSW 2478, Ballina, NSW.
Can I donate furniture to Helicopter Op Shop Ballina?
Helicopter Op Shop Ballina in Ballina primarily focuses on clothing and smaller items, so large furniture is not usually accepted. Call the Ballina branch before bringing bulky donations.
Is Helicopter Op Shop Ballina open on weekends?
Yes - Helicopter Op Shop Ballina in Ballina lists Saturday/Sunday hours above.
How does Helicopter Op Shop Ballina compare to other listings in Ballina?
Among the listings we track in Ballina, Helicopter Op Shop Ballina ranks #2 by Google rating out of 12 total.
Thrift Shopping Guides
New to thrifting in Ballina, or after a better haul? These guides cover timing, donations, and getting more from a visit to Helicopter Op Shop Ballina 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.
