Burwood Repair Hub

Our wonderful volunteers will try to fix anything you can carry in - please check the list below. Sit with them and learn as they try to repair your item - free of charge!.

PLEASE NOTE: All items must be clean. We can't sharpen saws or serrated knives or weld and we don't repair underwear, bicycles, watches, cameras, computers, televisions, microwaves, electronics or any device that stores data.

To ensure we can provide the best service and experience for all, it’s essential to book your 30 minute repair session in advance. We can repair one item per time slot. To help make sure everyone has a chance to book, we kindly ask that you limit your booking to two timeslots per family - at different times.

If a specialised part is needed to complete your repair, please bring it along with you.

WHAT WE FIX:

Furniture/Miscellaneous: chairs, shoes, toys - we'll try to fix any small item you can carry in.

Clothing repair (machine): minor tears, elastic, seams, hems etc.

Electrical (small appliances): toasters, lamps, coffee machines, blenders etc.

Jewellery: costume jewellery only.

This is a free community initiative run by volunteers. We do our best to help people repair items and learn new skills. Because repairs are provided without charge, and often by non‑professionals we are not liable for any loss or damage resulting directly or indirectly from instructions, repairs, or suggestions given or acts done or not done in relation to the items you have brought to the Repair Hub.

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ

By booking a timeslot you agree to the following:

This Repair Hub is a free community initiative run by volunteers. We do our best to help people repair items and learn new skills. Because repairs are provided without charge, and often by non‑professionals, we need you to agree to the following terms:

1.    No guarantee of success
I understand there is no guarantee my item can be fixed, or that any repair will last.

2.    Limitation of liability
That Burwood Council, The Sydney Library of Things Inc, or the Repair Hub volunteers are not liable for any loss or damage resulting directly or indirectly from instructions, repairs, or advice given or acts done or not done in relation to the items you have brought to be fixed.
I release and hold harmless Burwood Council, The Sydney Library of Things Inc, and the Repair Hub volunteers from any responsibility for:

o   further damage or loss to my item,

o   loss of data in electronic devices,

o   any injury, fire, damage, electric shock, or other loss arising from repair work or later use of the item.

3.    My responsibility
I am responsible for:

o   deciding whether my repaired item is safe to use,

o   using it appropriately after repair, and

o   seeking a qualified professional check if needed.