Community
The Rotary Club of Invercargill will mark its 44th Book Sale over King’s Birthday weekend in 2025, continuing a long-standing tradition that has helped raise more than $1 million for local causes. This year’s sale will be held once again at the Scottish Hall, making it the second year since the popular event returned to this central Invercargill venue.
Jubilee Budget Advisory Service is the major recipient for proceeds from this year’s event. Jubilee is a community-based organisation that offers budgeting advice and financial education. The Rotary Club selected Jubilee as the major recipient to assist with meeting the growing demand for the support services they offer.
The sale is well known across Southland for its wide range of books, as well as puzzles, games, and DVDs, all donated. Rotary Book Sale Committee chairperson Richard Russell said the event has always been a “by community, for community” initiative.
In preparation for the sale, the public can donate items until 24 May. Drop-off points include the following service stations and auto centres:
- Waikiwi Motors, 376 North Road
- BP North Road, 52 North Road
- Waitomo Avenal, 314 Dee Street
- Z Gladstone, Cnr Dee and Lewis Streets
- Waitomo Tay Street, 198 Tay Street
- Newfield Auto, 661 Tweed Street
- Southern Service Station, 298 Elles Road
- Northern Auto Services (Mobil), Cnr Sydney and St Andrews Streets
- Lorneville Motors Challenge, Cnr SH6 and SH99
- Wallace Town Motors, 49 Dalry Street, Wallacetown
- Riverton Automotive Centre, 105 Palmerston Street, Riverton
The Book Sale dates and times are:
- Thursday 29 May, 8am to 7pm
- Friday 30 May, 8am to 7pm
- Saturday 31 May, 9am to 5pm
With every purchase, locals will help support Jubilee’s valuable work while grabbing a good read or two.