The Hive

08/09/2026

We have a lot of new furniture in! So much that not everything fits in the shed. So we'll drip it in slowly over the next few weeks.
If you need something, make sure to pop by as things will disappear quickly.

06/09/2026

We are slowly starting to put out our summer "collection".
We have lots of other new items, both in the shop as well as in the furniture shed.

02/09/2026

Emmy has arrived! Proudly posing with our volunteers, what an incredible bunch!
Just remember, coffee is always ready, and if you'd like to chat, or need help, someone is always available!

01/09/2026

Emmy is coming tomorrow! Come and admire her and have a cuppa to learn what she's all about. We'll have the Centacare team with us and afternoon tea from 12.30-2.00pm

Emmy the Elephant is a life-size sculpture of a baby elephant that sparks vital conversations and raises awareness about Domestic and Family Violence.

30/08/2026

We will be hosting Emmy the Elephant in the month of September.

Emmy is all about: "The Elephant in the room" creating awareness about Domestic and Family Violence.

This Wednesday from 12.30-2.00 we'll have an informal afternoon tea in which you can come and admire Emmy, have a cuppa and have a chat with the team from Centacare, who have made Emmy with the help of members of the public.

28/08/2026

A reminder that we will be closed today (28/8) between 1.15 and 2.30 today.
We will be open before and after, and tomorrow morning

26/08/2026

This Friday we will be closed from 1.15-2.30 due to unforeseen circumstances.
We will be open from 12.00-1.15 and from 2.30-5.00 with lots of new items in store

24/08/2026

Do you need a last minute outfit for Bookweek ?
They're still out until 4 today (24/8). Then we'll pack them away.

24/08/2026

Did you know we replace watch batteries and bands?
We also have secondhand watches in store all checked and with a new battery.
Of course we have lots of other new items in-store, last week dusted and redecorated almost all of our shelves.

20/08/2026

Did you know that besides running the Foodbank for all those who are struggling with the cost of living, we donate monthly to the nurtured village hampers.
Thank you Bordertown, we couldn't do it without you donating and purchasing items at The Hive