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The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St - Charity Shop in Toowoomba City
The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St is a charity thrift store at 302 Ruthven St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350, Toowoomba City, QLD. Google rating: 2.8/5 from 16 reviews.
Google rating
2.8/5
Reviews
16
Open
6/7
days a week
From Brisbane
106km
Straight-line distance
4 - 5 star reviews
37.5%
Google review breakdown
Google photos
3
Suburb rank
#9
of 10 by rating
Store details
Address
302 Ruthven St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350
Donations
Accepts clothing donations
Google category
Charity
Nearest listing
0.0 km away (same directory)
Inventory
Clothing
Facilities
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Hours signals
Open Saturdays
Google attributes
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Clothing
Opening hours
Monday 8:30am-5pm
Tuesday 8:30am-5pm
Wednesday 8:30am-5pm
Thursday 8:30am-5pm
Friday 8:30am-5pm
Saturday 8:30am-2pm
Sunday Closed
Contact & visit
+61 7 4688 3703
- Australian thrift directory
- Local to Toowoomba City
- 14 stores listed in Toowoomba City
- Details reviewed June 2026
- Direct contact available
Where to Find Us
Map pin for The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St in Toowoomba City. 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 Toowoomba City?
Use the facts on this page (hours, stock notes, payment and parking where listed) to decide whether The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St fits your thrift or donation trip. Call ahead on public holidays, and only donate clean, sellable goods so volunteers aren't stuck sorting landfill.
The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St trades from 302 Ruthven St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350 (Toowoomba City, QLD).
The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St (Lifeline) in Toowoomba City, QLD. Google score on this branch: 2.8/5 (16 reviews). Branch stock cues: clothing.
Branch phone +61 7 4688 3703 for Toowoomba City donation and hours questions.
Accepts clothing donations.
Map coordinates for this branch: -27.55608, 151.95442.
Check hours before a long trip to Toowoomba City (QLD).
Where your money goes: Proceeds help fund Lifeline's 13 11 14 crisis support and suicide-prevention services.
Google listing attributes
Donating to The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St
The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St: Accepts clothing donations. 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 The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St in Toowoomba City. Confirm hours, donation rules and stock on the day. Volunteer-run shops can change rosters without updating every directory listing straight away.
Where is The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St located?
The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St is at 302 Ruthven St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350, Toowoomba City, QLD.
Can I donate furniture to The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St?
The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St in Toowoomba City primarily focuses on clothing and smaller items, so large furniture is not usually accepted. Call the Toowoomba City branch before bringing bulky donations.
Is The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St open on weekends?
Yes - The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St in Toowoomba City lists Saturday/Sunday hours above.
Is The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility notes for The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St in Toowoomba City: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance.
How does The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St compare to other listings in Toowoomba City?
Among the listings we track in Toowoomba City, The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St ranks #9 by Google rating out of 10 total.
Thrift Shopping Guides
New to thrifting in Toowoomba City, or after a better haul? These guides cover timing, donations, and getting more from a visit to The Emporium Shop (A Lifeline Darling Downs Op-Shop) Toowoomba City – 302 Ruthven St 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.
