I agree that Vinnies and Salvos are overpriced though bargains can be found.
Red Cross and Lifeline are the same or more expensive. I love Helping Hands here in Melbourne. Most racks of clothes
are $2, books $1. New items and brand names a little more but still affordable.
It was a great store when I was young, going there with my mum and siblings.
Loved the bargain basement. So sad when that disappeared. I probably haven't shopped there in over a decade because it lost its appeal.