Moira Shire Council is proudly celebrating the one-year anniversary of the Cobram Resale Shed, with over 80 tonnes of material saved from landfill and given a new home since August last year.
Council chair administrator Graeme Emonson said the shed’s success demonstrated the community’s strong commitment to sustainability and resourcefulness.
“What we’re seeing is the circular economy in action, where surplus items become essential household goods for local families,” he said.
“Although these are just some examples, 67 bicycles which found new owners means that children can now ride to school, 155 chairs repurposed means families can gather around dinner tables, and over 76 re-homed doors have helped residents complete home renovations affordably.”
Together, the Cobram and Numurkah resale sheds have saved $52,000 in disposal costs by diverting a combined 161.45 tonnes from landfill.
The Cobram Resale Shed is open Wednesday and Sunday from 10am to 2pm at 64 Pye Rd, Cobram East.
The facility accepts EFTPOS only.
Find out more about the resale shed initiative through the link at tinyurl.com/5frv8fey
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