A charity store in suburban Melbourne has become a hot spot for Neighbours devotees after a fan discovered it was selling priceless memorabilia from the axed soap.
According to a post shared on social media on Monday, a treasure trove of Ramsay Street-related material was recently donated by producers to the This N That Community Op Shop in Forest Hill.
Among the items are ‘hand props’ such as fake licenses and Medicare cards, as well as ‘set dressing’ like lamps and ornaments that were featured on the show’s sets.
A shopper, Bec Brewin, who made the discovery, posted a video of some of the massive collection on Instagram, including an authentic-looking Victorian Driver’s Licence for the character of Stuart Parker (played by actor Blair McDonough).
Also in the cache of Neighbours goodies found in the op shop was a Medicare card in the name of David Bishop (played by actor Kevin Harrington).
Brewin also found a keychain prop with the Lassiter’s Spa logo on it, as well as a bag used by actor Alan Fletcher, who played the character of Dr. Karl Kennedy.
A charity store in suburban Melbourne has become a hot spot for Neighbours devotees after a fan discovered it was selling priceless memorabilia from the axed soap. Pictured: The cast of Neighbours
According to a post shared on social media on Monday, a treasure trove of Ramsay Street-related material was recently donated by producers to the This N That Community Op Shop in Forest Hill. Pictured: An authentic-looking Victorian Driver’s Licence for the character of Stuart Parker (played by actor Blair McDonough) is part of the collection
‘Someone tell Dr Karl all his patients’ private files are at the op shop,’ Brewin joked in the share alongside a clip in which she can be seen searching through the bag’s contents.
The shop also features ‘set dressing’ that includes home ware items such as ceramics, candle holders, serving trays, and ornaments.
Brewin later updated followers with the news that the store has been ‘inundated’ with enquiries from fans eager to buy a piece of Australian TV history.
‘They need time to price everything and organise a dedicated sale (likely online, to be confirmed,’ she added.
The shop owner, known only as Michelle, revealed to the ABC on Tuesday that she was contacted by someone from the famed production about donating Neighbours-related material.
She later took delivery of three van loads of props and other items used in the show, including school uniforms and school bags branded with Erinborough High – the show’s famed fictional school.
It comes after Neighbour filmed its last ever episode back in July.
A slew of photos were posted to Facebook and Instagram on Friday showing the cast during the last stretch of filming.
A shopper, Bec Brewin, who made the discovery, posted a video of some of the massive collection on Instagram, including Dr. Karl’s brief case (pictured)
Brewin also found a keychain prop with the Lassiter’s Spa logo on it
Even recent scripts were among the shopper’s huge haulÂ
‘Today marks the final day of production on our beloved Neighbours,’ it read.
‘It’s with a heavy heart that our incredible cast and crew wrap for the final time. As sad as this day may be, we can’t wait for you to see the amazing storylines that are about to unfold over the coming six months.’
The caption ended: ‘Together we have been, and always will be, the perfect blend.’
In one of the images, veteran stars Stefan Dennis, Rebekah Elmaloglou, Jackie Woodburne and Alan Fletcher stood alongside each other with pained smiles as they waved goodbye to an era.
Another showed the whole Neighbours cast dressed up warm as they posed on Ramsay Street for the last time during their final stint on set.
The final episode of Neighbours is set to air on December 11, and the news will undoubtedly be a devastating blow to fans across the globe who have seen the ongoing drama axed three times.
Just two years ago, fans were gearing up for what was then billed as the ‘finale’ before Amazon swooped in with a lifeline.
The impact of Neighbours is immeasurable and has produced household names like Kylie Minogue and Margot Robbie.