Te Oraka.

A space designed for students by students, for affordable access to sustainable solutions.

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  • 109 St. David Street
    University of Otago
    Dunedin 9010

  • Store: Monday - Friday | 11am - 1pm
    Bike Grabs: Tuesday | 11am - 1pm

    Note: the store is only open on weeks when students are on campus.

  • Make and create epic things? Think your side hustle will be a great fit for Te Oraka? We are accepting student-made products to sell in our space for 2024… at no cost for you!

    Keen? Fill out the info here

  • WE PUT OUT WHAT COMES IN

    When you purchase something in store, those funds go into a pool for Te Oraka. This pool is then used for kai at events, paid student time, resources etc.

  • AFFORDABLE QUALITY ITEMS

    Why? Our kaupapa is simply that sustainability should be accessible to anyone and everyone. We ensure all students can access warm, quality items without breaking the bank!

  • FROM 11AM TO 1PM

    Bike up a pre-loved bike for a koha (donation). You’ll help Connan repair your bike so you learn basic care skills and can have access to the tools throughout the week at Te Oraka.

Our thrift shop - for you run by you.

Join our collective of epic people keen to learn new things, connect and slow down.

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  • Wowzers

    Mon 17 Feb 2025
    11am - 1pm

    Our grand opening for 2025 kicks off with some additional goodies to make you go “wow” this O-Week. Make sure to swing by to check out our space and all our new stock.

  • Te Oraka Boiler Room

    12 Mar 2025
    6pm - 8pm

    The only thing we want warming up this year is our Te Oraka Boiler Rooms.
    More info to come.

  • Outdoor Galore

    17 - 21 Mar 2025
    11am - 1pm

    Outdoor gear takeover in the store all week! You’ll get some insane grabs inlcuding tramping boots, jackets, sleeping bags etc - with nothing over $20

We accept donations for goodies that you no longer use.

For every three items we accept, you’ll get a free swap from the shop.

Donations