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Key facts
Counted staff
1,707
self-reported band not used
Founded
Not recorded
Legal entities
None matched
Office countries
1
1 address
Funding rounds
1
Post IPO equity · Mar 2020 · US$ 16.5M
Company type
Public Company
self-reported
Description
The Reject Shop first opened its doors in 1981 when founders Ron Hall and John Shuster set up shop in the Melbourne suburb of South Yarra. Almost 40 years later, The Reject Shop is a household name with more than 380 locations nationwide, known for providing great value on everyday items.
As the next chapter of our story unfolds, we will continue to focus on helping all Australians save money every day.
The Reject Shop also ranges high-quality private brands and sells products from some Australia’s most-trusted brands including Cadbury, L’Oreal, Dynamo, Nivea, Pepsi, Finish, Omo, Carmen’s but all with our single purpose in mind…to help all Australian’s save money.
Specialties
All 15 specialties
- Toiletries
- Cosmetics
- Homewares
- Personal Care Products
- Hardware
- Basic Furniture
- Household Cleaning Products
- Kitchenware
- Confectionery & Snack Food
- Seasonal Gifts
- Cards
- Wrapping
- Toys
- Leisure Items
- Home Decorations
Locations
Country footprint
Show as table · Offices in 1 country
| Countries | 1 |
|---|---|
| Primary country | AU |
All codes: AU
Addresses
- AU245 Racecourse Road; Kensington, Victoria 3031Primary
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Funding
Last round · 27 March 2020US$ 16.5MPost IPO equity
Rounds1
Round typePost IPO equity · secondary transaction
Amount (USD)16,500,000
Stage rank6
Investors named0
Since last round5 yr 9 mo
Funding
Show as table · 1 funding round
| Rounds | 1 |
|---|---|
| Axis | 2020 to 2026 |
| Post IPO equity · 27 Mar 2020 | US$ 16.5M |
Dated rounds only. The axis ends at the date this profile was last observed, not at today.
Signals & hiring
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Financials
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People & contacts
4 employee profiles on record · names withheld.
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FAQ
How many people work at The Reject Shop?
1,707 counted staff profiles at January 2026. The brand's self-reported band sits above that count and is not published as a headcount.
Where does The Reject Shop have offices?
One address on record, Australia only. Primary: 245 Racecourse Road, Kensington, Victoria 3031.
Has The Reject Shop raised funding?
One round. Latest 27 March 2020: post IPO equity, US$16,500,000.
What does The Reject Shop list as its specialties?
15 tags on the brand's own list, among them hardware, toys and homewares.
Which companies are listed alongside The Reject Shop?
38 profiles list The Reject Shop as a peer — 99th percentile in Retail. It lists ten peers of its own.