"The term “Op Shop” (short for “opportunity shop”) originated in Melbourne in the 1920s. It was coined by Lady Millie Tallis, who established the first shop near St Vincent’s Hospital to fundraise for its x-ray department. ...Today, the term remains unique to Australia and New Zealand"
August 24, 2025 at 5:50 AM
"The term “Op Shop” (short for “opportunity shop”) originated in Melbourne in the 1920s. It was coined by Lady Millie Tallis, who established the first shop near St Vincent’s Hospital to fundraise for its x-ray department. ...Today, the term remains unique to Australia and New Zealand"