Oakdene Laundrette
A free community laundry service for people doing it tough.
The Service
Clean clothes, no cost
The Oakdene Laundrette provides free laundry facilities for people experiencing hardship. Whether it's a temporary situation or ongoing difficulty, everyone deserves clean clothes.
What's included each visit
- One load of washing
- One load of drying
- Laundry detergent provided
- A clean, private space
- Support from staff or volunteers
| Days | Tuesday to Thursday |
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| Hours | 12pm–2:30pm |
| Last entry | 1pm |
| Location | 1 Dale Street, Fairfield |
| Cost | Free |
| kitchen@oakdenehouse.org.au | |
| Phone | 0415 156 100 |
Your Visit
How it works
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Check in with staff or security on arrival
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Receive a washing tablet and number tag matching your machine
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Load your clothes, place the tablet in the drum and press Start
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When the wash finishes, move items to the dryer
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Stay nearby while cycles run — visit Oakdene Kitchen while you wait
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Return your number tag when finished
Eligibility
The same eligibility applies as the Oakdene Kitchen. Bring a current Centrelink Income Statement and photo ID. Your statement must show income under $1,200 per fortnight.
For Organisations
Group laundry bookings
We offer group laundry bookings outside public hours, available Tuesday to Thursday, for non-profits supporting homelessness, shelters, and group homes.