The Un-Useful Gifts Catalogue
Did you know more than six million Australians expect to receive presents they will not use or wear, and the bulk of these unwanted gifts are destined for landfill?*
This year, Christmas gift waste is expected to top $900 million!
Find that hard to believe?
Here’s a look at some real Un-Useful Gifts our supporters have received:
Two conductors' batons with accompanying white gloves! I have never conducted a musical group, let alone an orchestra, in my life.
Candle stick - care kit, with wick trimmer and candle snuffer!
Creams and soaps, I sometimes wonder if they are trying to tell me something, or if they have run out of ideas.
How many mugs can one woman who doesn’t drink hot drinks use?
Bubble bath bomb, as we don't have a bath installed, only a shower.
A chocolate fondue candle.
Ready for something more useful?
* Christmas Waste 2023, the Australia Institute.