Choose to Reuse
Reverse Garbage is a creative reuse centre making a difference in the world by reducing waste and creating change in the way we look at resources. We inspire and support kids, adults, artists and teachers to consume less, make more, save money – and feel good doing it!
Visit our new Marrickville warehouse to explore with an open mind – you never know what you will find! Or Shop Online for regularly available products
Reverse Garbage was started by educators and we’ve been educating the community for over 45 years! We are true experts in sustainability education.
Your tax deductible donation helps us provide support, education, and ethical alternatives for a sustainable, creative, independent and thrifty community
The History of Reverse Garbage
Discover the story of Reverse Garbage – from a small teacher-led project in the 1970s to Australia’s largest creative reuse centre today. Our history spans five decades of rescuing materials, running workshops, and inspiring communities to rethink waste. Explore milestones, photos and memories from our journey, and see how creative reuse has shaped education, art and sustainability in Sydney and beyond. Proudly funded by the Inner West Council. Click here to enjoy the photos and stories celebrating our awesome community.
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How you can help
Reverse Garbage thrives on people power! Your contributions as a member, volunteer or donor help us provide support, education, and ethical shopping alternatives for a sustainable, creative, independent and thrifty community.
Become a Volunteer
As a self-funded, not-for-profit co-operative we are always on the lookout for volunteers who can share some of their time with us – individuals and corporate groups. Learn more about volunteering opportunites or our Corporate Voluntering Program
Become a Member
If you like what we do, and would like to be part of it, make it official and become part of our RG community.
Become a Donor
Being a donor isn’t just about giving us money. And as much as that greatly helps our mission and impact, we also welcome the donation of your unwanted items which we can then help.
