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04/05/2026
Hi Folks,
We’re looking forward to seeing all our volunteers and community participants THIS Sunday at the Ecocentre!
🗓️Date: Sunday 10th of May 2026 (Mothers Day)
🕰️Time: 2-5pm (last intake is at 4:30)
📍Location: Port Phillip EcoCentre 55A Blessington Street St Kilda
🚲Bike repairs with St Kilda Bike Kitchen
🛎️Please note: We have noticed a website access issue on some internet browsers and are working on resolving it currently.
✅Please bring along (all that are applicable):
- the charging cable for your broken device
- the device that attaches to the broken charging cable
- the battery for your power tool/ item
- any parts (plastic, ceramic, wooden, screws etc.) that broke off
- spare similar material if you have, that matches your item for a patch or repair.
✏️ As always if you’re unsure about whether an item can be fixed. Feel free to email us at [email protected] with an explanation of the fault and some pictures and John will give you an idea whether it’s worth bringing the item in.
Looking forward to seeing you there! 🌻
11/04/2026
Thank you to everyone who attended last month’s Repair Cafe! So many wonderful items saved in March! ♻️
09/04/2026
Hi Folks,
We’re looking forward to seeing all our volunteers and community participants THIS Sunday at the Ecocentre!
🗓️Date: Sunday 12th of April 2026
🕰️Time: 2-5pm (last intake is at 4:30)
📍Location: Port Phillip EcoCentre 55A Blessington Street St Kilda
🚲Bike repairs with St Kilda Bike Kitchen
🛎️Please note: We have noticed a website access issue on some internet browsers and are working on resolving it currently.
🗓️You can now view the House Rules and How it works guide on our website.
✅Please bring along (all that are applicable):
- the charging cable for your broken device
- the device that attaches to the broken charging cable
- the battery for your power tool/ item
- any parts (plastic, ceramic, wooden, screws etc.) that broke off
- spare similar material if you have, that matches your item for a patch or repair.
✏️ As always if you’re unsure about whether an item can be fixed. Feel free to email us at [email protected] with an explanation of the fault and some pictures and John will give you an idea whether it’s worth bringing the item in.
Looking forward to seeing you there! 🌻
07/03/2026
See you tomorrow! 🌻
St Kilda Bike Kitchen
EcoCentre
06/03/2026
Thank you to all who attended our February Repair Cafe! We had lots of repaired and mended items! 🎉 This saved lots of items from going to landfill and gave them a second life ♻️
04/02/2026
Welcome back to our first Repair Cafe of 2026!
We’re looking forward to seeing all our volunteers and community participants THIS Sunday at Ecocentre!
🗓️Date: Sunday 8th of Feb 2026
🕰️Time: 2-5pm (last intake is at 4:30)
📍Location: Port Phillip EcoCentre 55A Blessington Street St Kilda
🚲Bike repairs with St Kilda Bike Kitchen
🛎️Please note: Our volunteers will be set up and ready from 2pm to start fixing so please arrive from then onward. Thank you!
🗓️You can now view the House Rules and How it works guide on our website.
✅Please bring along (all that are applicable):
- the charging cable for your broken device
- the device that attaches to the broken charging cable
- the battery for your power tool/ item
- any parts (plastic, ceramic, wooden, screws etc.) that broke off
- spare similar material if you have, that matches your item for a patch or repair.
✏️ As always if you’re unsure about whether an item can be fixed. Feel free to email us at [email protected] with an explanation of the fault and some pictures and John will give you an idea whether it’s worth bringing the item in.
Looking forward to seeing you there! 🌻
04/02/2026
Thank you to all of our volunteers for another wonderful year of repairing in 2025! We are so lucky to have you with us, donating your time and helping the community live more sustainably! ⭐️✨
11/12/2025
Hi folks!
We’re looking forward to seeing all our volunteers and community participants THIS Sunday at the wonderful newly build Ecocentre!
📌This is our last repair cafe of 2025 but we will be back in February of 2026!
🗓️Date: Sunday 14th of December 2025
🕰️Time: 2-5pm
📍Location: Port Phillip EcoCentre 55A Blessington Street St Kilda
🚲Bike repairs with St Kilda Bike Kitchen
🛎️Please note: Our volunteers will be set up and ready from 2pm to start fixing so please arrive from then onward. Thank you!
✏️ As always if you’re unsure about whether an item can be fixed. Feel free to email us at [email protected] with an explanation of the fault and some pictures and John will give you an idea whether it’s worth bringing the item in.
Looking forward to seeing you there! 🌻
13/11/2025
Thank you to our wonderful volunteers and community members for joining us last Sunday at the November Repair Cafe! Take a look below at our happy attendees and the many items we saved from Landfill! We can all make a difference, one item at a time ♻️
06/11/2025
Hi folks!
We’re looking forward to seeing all our volunteers and community participants THIS Sunday at the wonderful newly build Ecocentre!
🗓️Date: Sunday 9th of November 2025
🕰️Time: 2-5pm
📍Location: Port Phillip EcoCentre 55A Blessington Street St Kilda
🚲Bike repairs with St Kilda Bike Kitchen
⚠️Please arrive from 2pm onward instead of 1:30pm as our volunteers will not be set up and ready until then.
🛑House Rules Reminders:
▪️The works at the Repair Café are performed by community volunteers.
▪️Repair experts and other volunteers are NOT professional repairers and will conduct a repair to the best of their ability, within the time and resources available.
▪️When registering at arrival we will do our best to match you to the appropriate repairer.
▪️Some months we wont have a volunteer with the appropriate skill set or tools to carry out specific repairs. We do our best but cant always guarantee a repair as this is based on our volunteers availability.
▪️Repairers are entitled to refuse to repair certain objects.
▪️To cut down on unnecessary waiting times during busy periods, a maximum of ONE broken item per person will be examined.
▪️If additional items are brought in to be fixed, the visitor will join the back of the queue for each subsequent item.
▪️ Items may be repaired in a ‘DIY’ fashion. The aim of the Repair Café is to keep more items from landfill and help items be functional for longer, not restored to original condition.
▪️ If the item is requiring a perfect fix or perfect finish, we recommend seeking a professional repairer and paying for their service.
✏️ As always if you’re unsure about whether an item can be fixed. Feel free to email us at [email protected] with an explanation of the fault and some pictures and John will give you an idea whether it’s worth bringing the item in.
Looking forward to seeing you there! 🌻
09/10/2025
Hi folks!
We’re looking forward to seeing all our volunteers and community participants THIS Sunday at the wonderful newly build Ecocentre!
🗓️Date: Sunday 12th of October 2025
🕰️Time: 2-5pm
📍Location: Port Phillip EcoCentre 55A Blessington Street St Kilda
🚲Bike repairs with St Kilda Bike Kitchen
⚠️Please arrive from 2pm onward instead of 1:30pm as our volunteers will not be set up and ready until then.
With the influx of people attending our repair events the past few months, we'd like to remind everyone of a few house rules to help things run smoothly 😊
🛑House Rules Reminders:
▪️The works at the Repair Café are performed by community volunteers.
▪️Repair experts and other volunteers are NOT professional repairers and will conduct a repair to the best of their ability, within the time and resources available.
▪️When registering at arrival we will do our best to match you to the appropriate repairer.
▪️Some months we wont have a volunteer with the appropriate skill set or tools to carry out specific repairs. We do our best but cant always guarantee a repair as this is based on our volunteers availability.
▪️Repairers are entitled to refuse to repair certain objects.
▪️To cut down on unnecessary waiting times during busy periods, a maximum of ONE broken item per person will be examined.
▪️If additional items are brought in to be fixed, the visitor will join the back of the queue for each subsequent item.
▪️ Items may be repaired in a ‘DIY’ fashion. The aim of the Repair Café is to keep more items from landfill and help items be functional for longer, not restored to original condition.
▪️ If the item is requiring a perfect fix or perfect finish, we recommend seeking a professional repairer and paying for their service.
✏️ As always if you’re unsure about whether an item can be fixed. Feel free to email us at [email protected] with an explanation of the fault and some pictures and John will give you an idea whether it’s worth bringing the item in.
Looking forward to seeing you there! 🌻
Address
55A Blessington Street
Melbourne, VIC
3183
To reach your destination at Blessington Street in Melbourne, here are the travel options:
**Public Transport:**
1. **Tram:**
- Take Tram Route 96 or 16 from the city towards St Kilda.
- Get off at the "St Kilda Junction" stop.
- Walk approximately 10 minutes down Barkly Street, then turn left onto Blessington Street.
2. **Train:**
- Catch a train to Balaclava Station on the Sandringham Line.
- From Balaclava Station, it’s about a 15-minute walk. Head south on Carlisle Street, then turn right onto Blessington Street.
**Driving/Parking:**
- If you’re driving, head towards St Kilda via Nepean Highway (A1).
- Turn onto Barkly Street and follow it until you reach Blessington Street.
- There is street parking available in the area, but be mindful of any parking restrictions or time limits.
Make sure to check local transport schedules and traffic conditions for a smooth journey!
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What people say
At the St Kilda Repair Cafe, the atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, making it a fantastic place for both seasoned DIY enthusiasts and those new to repair work. Held at the Port Phillip EcoCentre on Blessington Street, this initiative brings together skilled volunteers who are eager to share their expertise with community members in a friendly and supportive environment.
The Repair Cafe not only focuses on fixing items but also emphasizes skill-building and sustainability. Participants have the opportunity to learn valuable repair techniques while engaging in meaningful conversations with others who share a passion for reducing waste. This hands-on experience fosters a sense of community and encourages participants to think critically about consumption and resourcefulness.
Each session features various repair stations, including bike repairs facilitated by the St Kilda Bike Kitchen, ensuring that there's something for everyone. Whether you're looking to mend a beloved garment or fix a broken appliance, knowledgeable volunteers are there to guide you through each step of the process.
The St Kilda Repair Cafe exemplifies systems-thinking by modeling how collaborative efforts can lead to positive environmental impacts. It’s an inspiring space where creativity meets practicality, allowing individuals to leave not just with repaired items but also with newfound skills and confidence.
Join in on the fun every second Sunday of the month and be part of this wonderful initiative that champions sustainability while building connections within the community!
