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Ways to keep kids occupied on a road trip

‘Are we there yet?’ If you’re preparing for a family holiday on the road, a bare cabin is bound to invite this classic, impossible question on repeat. Luckily, there are plenty of simple, car-friendly activities to engage energetic minds en route to your destination. Before fastening your seatbelts, explore our list of fantastic items for […]

08 Oct 2020
3 mins read
Top 20 old school games

It’s time to sell those Unwanted Gifts and buy something cool. Let’s take a look at 20 old school games that are hard to find anywhere but Gumtree. There’s so much to buy, that it’s hard to make a choice.   If you’re looking for gaming, you can find all the latest consoles and games. […]

20 Dec 2017
9 mins read
Twelve rainy day things to do at home with Gumtree

With winter well and truly settled in around most of Australia, you might be looking for creative ways to spend your time indoors. Rainy days are particularly challenging when it comes to keeping the family or guests occupied and entertained. Following are 12 rainy day things to do at home that you can find on […]

11 Jul 2016
2 mins read
Save more than $100 each on these 20 gifts

With Christmas just around the corner, now is the time to start shopping. With Gumtree you can save whilst you shop. Our latest survey reveals 60% of Australians would consider saving money by giving a second-hand gift. In fact, you could save up to 50% off the price of a brand new item and do your part for the environment […]

29 Nov 2015
5 mins read
Nine last minute Halloween steals on Gumtree

For those in the northern hemisphere, Halloween marks the start of a cold long winter. But what is now a worldwide phenomenon had much more humble beginnings. Halloween is thought to have begun in the British Isles with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain. The Celts believed this was the time when ghosts and spirits […]

28 Oct 2015
3 mins read
Piecing together McDonalds Monopoly pieces with Gumtree

If you happen to be one of the many who were dragged to your local Woolies for a Saturday afternoon swap meet to find that missing Aussie Animals card, or scoured Gumtree for that one elusive Disney-Pixar domino that seemed to constantly slip through your grasp, then you understand the rollercoaster of emotions that come […]

28 Sep 2015
3 mins read

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Eco fashion

The Art of Secondhand Shopping: 5 Tips for Finding Hidden Treasures

Some call it vintage shopping, others call it thrift shopping, but whatever you call it, secondhand shopping is a great way to find hidden treasures and second hand gems. Shopping second hand isn’t just a budget-friendly option; it’s also an eco-conscious way to decorate your life. Whether you’re a seasoned thrifter or a curious newcomer, […]

09 Aug 2023
5 mins read
Upcycling Clothes: Transforming Secondhand Pieces into Fashion Treasures

In the era of fast fashion and its environmental impact, upcycling clothes has emerged as a sustainable and creative way to refresh our wardrobes. Not only does upcycling save old clothes from ending up in landfills, but it also allows us to create unique fashion pieces that reflect our personal style. In this blog, we […]

09 Aug 2023
9 mins read
Designer looks for less with Dr Anita Vandyke

Designer looks don’t have to cost us the earth (literally and metaphorically). We recently caught up with Dr Anita Vandyke, rocket scientist, medical doctor and best selling author of A Zero Waste Life, to find out her top tips on how to get a designer look without breaking the bank.  Dr Anita is passionate about […]

05 Nov 2021
3 mins read
Beat Boxing Day sales with Unwanted Gifts

It’s the day after and you’ve gone through all the gifts you received for Christmas. Some of the presents were awesome and others not so much. Maybe you received a Pixel and you wanted an iPhone? Or, you got a mountain bike and all you wanted was an Xbox game? No worries, you can easily sell your […]

22 Dec 2017
4 mins read
How to source designers items for half the price

Article written by Faye De Lanty. As a self-confessed op shop obsessed, I know the spoils second-hand havens like thrift stores can provide. My job as an eco-stylist is all about showing people just how pretty preloved can be, so I’m constantly searching for recycled items to emulate the current trends and if I do […]

17 Feb 2017
4 mins read
How to build your work wardrobe from second hand finds

According to Rhianna, you’ve got to get all your work, work, work done before, well, no-one really understands what the rest of the lyrics are, but it sounds along the lines of: ‘have a lot of fun.’ It so happened I was listening to Rhianna this morning thinking about the ongoing challenge of creating and […]

16 Sep 2016
4 mins read