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QUEENSLAND'S BIGGEST OP-SHOP TREASURE HUNT IS BACK!
Vinnies Queensland is set to bring back the state’s biggest op-shop treasure hunt with Finderfest 2025 — a thrilling 10-day golden treasure hunt and giveaway where savvy shoppers can uncover hidden gems and win their share of over $70,000 in prizes!
Running from Friday 23 May to Saturday 31 May, Finderfest will take the op-shop treasure hunt to a whole new level, rewarding shoppers with amazing prizes while supporting Queenslander’s doing it tough with proceeds from every purchase going back to support the community.
Queensland’s golden girls and this years’ Finderfest ambassadors, Mollie O’Callaghan, reigning Olympic champion in the 200-meter freestyle, and Alexa Leary, three-time gold medal-winning Paralympic swimmer, are diving in and urging Queenslanders to make a splash in the race to uncover the golden rewards.
Golden Tokens will be hidden in all Vinnies stores across the state, ready for shoppers to find, scan the QR code and go in the running to win five major prizes, including:
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Golden Groceries: $20,000 in IGA vouchers to spend at IGA
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Golden Getaway: $15,000 in Flight Centre vouchers to spend on travel
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Golden Fuel: $5,000 to spend on a years’ worth of fuel
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Golden Ticket: $5,000 to spend on entertainment
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Golden Cash: $5,000 to help ease any financial burdens
Beyond the search for golden tokens, there are more ways to strike gold, with every purchase during Finderfest earning an entry into the Golden Giveaway and unlocking a go at the Spin-to-Win Instant Prize Wheel. Shoppers will spin a virtual prize wheel for a 1-in-5 chance to win instantly from a range of prizes including:
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$100 IGA gift card
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$50 fuel gift card
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Vinnies Gift Card ($5, $10, $50, $100)
The more you op-shop till you drop and hunt for treasures in different stores, the more Golden Tokens you’ll uncover — giving you even more chances to win big and give back to Queenslanders in need.
Five-time Olympic gold medallist Mollie O’Callaghan is encouraging Queenslanders to join the race, have fun and support a cause making a real difference for everyday Aussies.
“I’m incredibly proud to be part of the Vinnies Finderfest Golden Giveaway — whether you walk away with a major prize or hit the jackpot on the spin-to-win, every visit to Vinnies makes a difference. It’s a fun, rewarding way for Queenslanders to come together and support a great cause," she said.
Both O’Callaghan and Alexa Leary share a long-standing connection to Vinnies — not just as supporters but as individuals who have experienced firsthand the power of community generosity.
“My family has been donating items to Vinnies for as long as I can remember — I’ve grown up loving the idea of giving things a second life. Donating and recycling is such a simple yet powerful way to give back, helping others in the community find what they need at an affordable price,” Mollie said.
Three-time gold medal-winning Paralympic swimmer Alexa Leary said she was passionate about giving back to others, and was excited to see Queenslanders get behind Finderfest.
“Vinnies has always been a place I love to shop and donate to and giving back has always been important to me. I saw first-hand how powerful it is when I was in the Royal Brisbane Hospital. When I couldn’t move, it was other people who stepped up, donating their time, money and energy to help me,” Alexa said.
“Now, I want to pay that forward and that’s why I’m part of the Finderfest Golden Giveaway, encouraging everyone to get in store and shop second-hand at Vinnies. Proceeds from every purchase helps support the community and make a real difference in someone’s life,” she said.
While Finderfest is a thrilling event with life-changing prizes, it’s also a critical fundraiser helping Vinnies Queensland continue its mission to support Queenslanders in need — from those experiencing homelessness and emergency relief crises, to individuals struggling with everyday costs such as groceries and food.
Vinnies Queensland General Manager, Drew Eide said Finderfest 2025 is an exciting way to bring people together while raising awareness of increasing financial stress in the community.
“With cost-of-living pressures, a housing crisis, and financial stress affecting more Queenslanders than ever, Finderfest is a golden opportunity for shoppers to have fun and win life-changing prizes while also directly supporting Vinnies’ vital services,” Drew said.
“We’re incredibly grateful to our major sponsors, IGA QNN and Flight Centre, for helping make this event possible, as well as our dedicated volunteers, staff, and of course the shoppers who continue to support Vinnies and the community.
“Fresh off the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Finderfest is the perfect way for Queenslanders to channel their competitive spirit, chasing the Golden Giveaway in-store with a chance to strike gold, just like our incredible athletes,” he said.
Proceeds from every purchase at a Vinnies store contributes to providing food, shelter and essential support for Queenslanders in crisis.
For more details on how to join the race to win gold this Finderfest, visit finderfest.com.au.
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