Despite needing to close due to recent renovations, the Taumarunui Reuse shop still managed to divert a whopping 4.6 tonnes of waste in only nine days during April.
Sustainability Facilitator Emily Jasmine said that the Reuse Shop successfully rehomed 2,817 items in support of the Ruapehu’s Waste Management and Minimisation Plan goals over this period.
“One of our increasingly popular reuse items is timber and other construction and demolition materials. People have been using these for all sorts of amazing projects such as greenhouses, woodsheds and chicken runs,” she said.
“Thanks to the support from our customers we made $4427.70, which will be reinvested into further site improvements.
The current developments have included sealing of the carpark which will be a great help in minimising the mud and dust on site, keeping products clean and ensuring a more enjoyable shopping experience.”
Emily said that she wanted to give a special shout-out and thanks to the Reuse Shop’s lovely volunteers.
“Without them we wouldn’t have been able to achieve the progress we have made to date.
Everyone is really looking forward to the new and improved facilities and we thank the community for their patience and support as we undertake these site improvements.
For the next few weeks, the Taumarunui Reuse Shop will have varied operating days while renovations are being completed.
Please check our Taumarunui Reuse Shop Facebook page for the latest updates or call/text me on 027 203 1247,” she said.
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