Albie’s Den
Albie’s Den is a volunteer-run community op shop in the heart of Maungaturoto. Every donated item, every bargain found and every hour volunteered helps fund health and wellbeing projects for people in the old Otamatea County area and across Northland.
How you can help
When you shop, donate or volunteer at Albie’s Den, you’re directly supporting your neighbours, whānau and friends.
A life of giving is full of treasure
Renamed in honour of local legend and founder Albie Paton, Albie’s Den continues the legacy of The Den Maungaturoto – one of Northland’s best-loved second-hand stores – by turning second-hand goods into first-class community support.
Community Fundraising
Over the past decade, The Den / Albie’s Den has contributed well over $600,000 to health and wellbeing causes in the Maungaturoto and wider Northland community.
Volunteer Voices
100% Community, 100% Volunteer-Run
Albie’s Den is powered by local volunteers who:
Sort and display donated goods
Welcome customers and help them find what they need
Keep the shop tidy, friendly and affordable
Help organise special events and fundraising activities
Our Mission & Values
To help the community’s Health and wellbing through fundraising for deserving causes
Transparency & Stewardship
Funds raised in the shop are distributed to local organisations and projects.
Maungaturoto Dementia Unit – helping establish and support specialist local care
Northland Emergency Services Trust (NEST) – supporting the rescue helicopter service
North Kaipara Coastguard – assisting local marine safety and rescue
North Haven Hospice – caring for people with life-limiting illness; Albie’s Den is listed as an official community partner of North Haven Hospice
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Ruawai Lions (Hart Walker project) – helping fund a mobility aid for a young community member
North Kaipara Show – covering first aid services for show day
Maungaturoto Motocross Club – supporting first aid cover for major events, including Northland championships
Maungaturoto St John – contributing to specialised medical equipment for the local ambulance
Maungaturoto Volunteer Fire Brigade – helping purchase fittings to connect local water trucks when needed at fires
These examples are just part of a long list of groups and projects that have received support. Every purchase and donation in the shop helps Albies Den continue this pattern of giving.
How You Can Help
Donate Goods
Albie’s Den gratefully accepts good-quality, saleable items such as:
Clothing, shoes and accessories
Household goods and kitchenware
Small furniture and home décor
Books, toys and games
Donated items are sorted by volunteers and sold at affordable prices, with profits going back into the community.
Volunteer Your Time
Volunteers are always welcome. Typical roles include:
Sorting and pricing donated items
Serving customers and working the counter
Creating displays and arranging stock
Helping with events or extra busy days
Whether you can spare a couple of hours a week or help during special events, your contribution makes a real difference.
Visit Albie’s Den
Albie’s Den is located in central Maungaturoto, opposite the GAS service station, in the former panel-beating building.
Albie Paton
Founder and chief gatherer
A friend to all, a stranger to none.