THE Bright Hospital Op Shop has made an incredible impact on local healthcare with donations exceeding $90,000 during 2024–2025, funding critical equipment for Alpine Health's facilities across Bright and also at Mt Beauty and Myrtleford.
This year’s donations have gone towards the purchase of a new ECG machine for Bright Hospital Urgent Care, fall mats in Hawthorn Village to improve safety in aged care, and electronic medication trolleys to enhance care delivery and medication management at Bright, Mt Beauty and Myrtleford hospitals.
Alpine Health CEO, Rhys Gloury said these investments support Alpine Health's aged care facilities and bolster health services in the region, making a real difference to patient safety and care quality.
“We're incredibly proud of the role the op shops play in supporting local health,” Mr Gloury said.
“These donations are made possible by the generosity of our community, both those who donate items and those who volunteer their time.”
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The Bright Hospital Op Shop, along with the other independent Hospital Op Shops in Myrtleford and Mt Beauty, turn pre-loved treasures into life-changing support for Alpine Health and other vital emergency services.
With National Volunteer Week taking place this week until 25 May, Mr Gloury said it is the perfect time to recognise and celebrate the incredible volunteers who power the op shops and to encourage new faces to join the team.
Members of the public can get involved by:
• Volunteer your time: there are many roles available in the shops and they’re always looking for friendly faces.
• Shop local: every dollar spent at your local op shop goes back into the community, and;
• Support sustainability: buying second-hand keeps items out of landfill and promotes a more sustainable way of living.
“It’s not just about raising money,” Bright Hospital Op Shop president, Eileen Hunter said.
“It’s about building community, supporting sustainability and giving everyone a chance to be part of something meaningful.”
For more information on how to volunteer, contact Bright Hospital Op Shop on (03) 5755 5111 or at brightopshop@gmail.com and ask for either president Eileen Hunter or secretary Sue de Carheil.
Or drop into the op shop next time you are in town.
