Repair It Lake Mac runs regular (free!) repair and upcycling events across Lake Macquarie.
From textile and clothing repairs, to tool sharpening and small furniture, bring your broken things along and have our volunteers fix them for free. Or simply enjoy a free cuppa and cake, chat with your neighbours and learn a new skill.

Repair It also runs workshops so that you can learn repair skills to take back to your home.

At Lucky’s scrap metals we strongly support the circular economy, reuse, renew, recycle.

DYN I.T. Solutions is Newcastle’s premier provider of managed I.T. services, NBN, and cloud solutions. Specialising in tailored services for both businesses and residential clients, DYN I.T. Solutions offers a wide range of products and services to meet the unique needs of each customer. The team is dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service, expert advice, and cost-effective solutions, ensuring a seamless I.T. experience. Whether it’s managed services, computer builds, or repairs, DYN I.T. Solutions is committed to providing reliable, efficient support that simplifies technology for their clients.

Kim Presbury Clothing Alterations has been the trusted name in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie for high-quality garment alterations since 2000. With over 15 years of industry experience and more than two decades teaching fashion at TAFE, Kim combines expertise and a personal touch to deliver exceptional results. Preferred by bridal and womenswear boutiques, she specialises in bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, formalwear, men’s suits, and casual wear, including jeans and daywear. From intricate adjustments to reliable repairs, Kim ensures a perfect fit and impeccable finish, helping extend the life of your garments and supporting a more sustainable wardrobe.

Looksmart Alterations offers expert garment alterations, tailoring, and repairs to suit every unique body shape and size. As a one-stop shop for all clothing adjustment needs, Looksmart’s professional tailors, seamstresses, and dressmakers excel in restyling and restoring everything from wedding dresses to beloved jeans. With a commitment to sustainable fashion through quality repairs, Looksmart has earned the trust of leading fashion retailers and millions of satisfied customers. Offering friendly, prompt, and meticulous service, Looksmart’s skilled team ensures cherished garments can enjoy a longer life, reducing waste and promoting mindful fashion.

Craig Hampton Appliance Repair offers expert, reliable appliance repair services across Newcastle and Lake Macquarie. With over 25 years of experience, Craig, a qualified electrician, brings extensive knowledge from working with major appliance brands, allowing him to quickly identify and repair issues in ovens, cooktops, dishwashers, and more. Committed to reducing waste through efficient repairs, Craig Hampton Appliance Repair aligns with sustainable practices, extending the lifespan of household appliances and minimising replacements. Known for prompt response times, a large inventory of spare parts, and transparent pricing, they make appliance repair smooth, professional, and eco-friendly for all customers.

Newcastle’s Mr Fixit is your trusted appliance repair specialist, proudly serving Newcastle, Maitland, and Lake Macquarie for over 20 years. With expertise in dishwashers, stoves, ovens, cooktops, dryers, and washing machines, this owner-operated business is an authorised agent for major brands, ensuring quality repairs backed by warranties. Committed to a high standard of customer service, Newcastle’s Mr Fixit values clear communication, quick diagnosis, and reliable solutions, embodying their motto: “Do It Once, Do It Well.” By repairing rather than replacing, they contribute to sustainable living, extending appliance life and supporting a circular economy in every service.

Church 4 Life offers a free clothing collection service in the Hunter and Central Coast regions of New South Wales, including Lake Macquarie, Newcastle, and Port Stephens. They make donating clothes easy and impactful by picking up sorted donations, which are then distributed locally or globally to support communities affected by poverty. Their approach not only provides affordable clothing options but also creates jobs for those in need. By upcycling clothing, Church 4 Life proudly diverts thousands of kilograms from landfills each year, assisting countries such as Mozambique, Fiji, and India in the process.

Reading Habit is an online bookstore based in Australia, specialising in quality second-hand books. With a collection of over 40,000 fiction and non-fiction titles, customers can enjoy savings of up to 70% off original retail prices. The store also features antiquarian, collectible, and rare books for avid readers. Reading Habit encourages customers to bundle items together for combined postage savings, making it easier and more economical to shop. With convenient delivery to your door, Reading Habit offers a great way to buy local while expanding your literary collection.

Chapman Upholstery in Newcastle, NSW, champions sustainability through expert upholstery services that extend the life of furniture and promote a circular economy. With a team of skilled upholsterers, they specialise in both domestic and commercial projects, breathing new life into vintage pieces and outfitting large-scale developments with precision and care. By reupholstering and restoring quality furniture, Chapman Upholstery offers an eco-friendly alternative to replacement, reducing waste and preserving craftsmanship.

Best Bin Hire provides skip bin hire services across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and the Hunter Valley, catering to both residential and commercial needs. With same-day delivery and a range of bin sizes, they ensure quick and convenient waste disposal solutions. Best Bin Hire is committed to recycling, partnering with third-party suppliers like Concrush and Steelstone to transform waste into valuable resources. They handle all waste types, including general rubbish, construction debris, green waste, and even asbestos removal, making the process straightforward and stress-free.

The Salvation Army Australia is an international Christian movement dedicated to sharing hope and support to those in need across diverse communities. The organisation relies on donated goods, with 100% of profits funding programs that assist individuals facing hardship. Donations of clothing, household items, toys, and small electrical goods can be made in-store or arranged for free home collection. The Salvation Army aims to build healthy communities while caring for the well-being of individuals—body, mind, and spirit.

Concrush, established in 2002, is dedicated to environmental conservation and operates a construction and demolition recycling facility in Teralba, Lake Macquarie. As a locally owned and operated business, Concrush leads the recycling industry by utilising advanced processing techniques to produce high-quality materials compliant with POEO (Waste) Regulation 2014. Their facility offers cost-effective recycling options for a variety of materials, including asphalt, concrete, and green waste, transforming them into valuable products like drainage aggregates, select fill, and mulch. Concrush is committed to reducing waste and promoting sustainability in the civil and construction sectors.

Boral Recycling is part of Australia’s largest vertically-integrated construction materials company, dedicated to sustainability and decarbonisation. Since 2003, Boral’s Newcastle recycling facility has been at the forefront of producing a variety of building and construction products. By separating, crushing, and blending recovered construction and demolition (C&D) waste with quarry products, Boral creates high-quality recycled aggregates, pipe bedding sand, and specified recycled road bases. This innovative approach not only meets the growing demand for sustainable materials in the building industry but also contributes to reducing waste and promoting a circular economy.

Smart Earth Recycling is dedicated to reducing landfill waste in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and the Hunter Valley. With a focus on resource recovery, Smart Earth implements programs to redirect waste to alternative uses, recycling materials such as paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, metals, e-waste, and organic waste. They offer comprehensive services, including waste audits, source separation solutions, collection and processing of recyclables, and training on recycling practices. Committed to sustainability, Smart Earth Recycling aims to create efficient recycling systems, ensuring that valuable materials are repurposed and environmental impact is minimised.

Lucky’s Scrap Metals has proudly served the Newcastle Region for over a decade. Providing services for the mining industry, local communities, and various industries, Lucky’s handles all types of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. From yard scraps to large-scale site off-cuts, Lucky’s offers pick-up with flatbed and roll-out trucks, promoting recycling for a cleaner environment across Newcastle, Taree, and beyond.

Soft Landing Mattress Recycling is Australia’s largest mattress recycler, and a national social enterprise dedicated to reducing landfill waste while creating jobs for those facing barriers to employment. Collecting and recycling 23 mattresses daily, Soft Landing helps divert 740,000 mattresses from landfills each year, reclaiming up to 75% of their materials through manual dismantling. Their ethical approach prioritises environmental sustainability, ensuring that valuable resources like steel, foam, and timber are recycled and reused instead of wasted. Partnering with mattress retailers, local councils, and responsible consumers, Soft Landing champions a circular economy that benefits both the environment and the community.

REMONDIS Australia is a family-owned company with over 80 years of experience, dedicated to promoting sustainable development through a variety of recycling and water management services. The group excels in recovering raw materials from waste, developing innovative recycled products, and supplying alternative fuels. They also play a crucial role in removing pollutants from residual and hazardous waste using eco-friendly disposal methods. With a commitment to customer-focused, reliable services, REMONDIS works to ensure a sustainable future through ongoing research, technology investment, and training in recycling and water management.