Nelson Ball Op-Shop

Once again, four highschools in Nelson and Richmond have banded together through their Enviro Clubs to present the Nelson Ball Op-Shop!

The Nelson Ball Op-Shop has a selection of pre-loved clothes and accessories for sale at bargain prices, ready to combat the stresses of getting kitted out for the school balls. Plus, every other day, Textile ResQ will be there to fit clothes and do minor alterations.

Student representatives from Waimea College, Garin College, Nelson College and Nelson College for Girls are working with a number of op shops including Hospice, St. Vinnies, Red Cross, Enviro Centre and the ReStore, to present a selection of dresses, suits, and accessories ahead of the annual School Ball season.

Got a dress or suit that you’d like to donate? (Suits are extremely popular – we definitely need more suits!).
There are three drop-off points:
– at the main office for any of the highschools
– Nelson City Council
– direct at the Op-Shop during opening hours

This initiative aims to reduce costs for students attending their school balls as well as encouraging reusing and repurposing clothes to reduce landfills. 

This year, all proceeds will go to Kai Rescue.

Opening Hours:
20 June – 4 July 2026
– Weekdays 3.30-5.30PM
– Saturday 10.30-3.00PM
– Sunday 1.00-3.00PM

Many thanks to all their supporters: Hospice, St. Vinnies, The Enviro Centre and the Restore opp shops, as well as the property owner GB Skeggs Family Trust. Amazing!