GARAGE SALE TRAIL RETURNS TO GLEN INNES SEVERN

Published on 11 September 2024

Clear out and cash in on the Garage Sale Trail this November as more than 400,000 Australians hit the streets as part of the nation’s biggest secondhand treasure hunt.

Over two big weekends on the 9-10 and 16-17 November, the trail will be returning to Glen Innes Severn with the event offering savings for savvy shoppers on everything from the essentials you need, to the pre-loved gems you want.

Residents are invited to host their own sale or join a group sale in their neighbourhood and can take part over one day or do more across both weekends.

Glen Innes Severn Council General Manager said selling or shopping at garage sales is a fun and simple action we can all take to reduce our carbon footprint. “Garage Sale Trail helps neighbours connect, make some money and keep their good stuff out of landfill,” Mr Smith said.

“With free registration, how-to guides and promotional resources, its garage sales made easy over two big weekends,” he said.

The nation will be decluttering and it’s likely to pay dividends for sellers. Data has revealed that those holding a sale on the trail make an average of $457, proving pre-loved is both planet and pocket friendly. With profits like these, it’s no wonder that 3 million items will be up for grabs over the trail weekends, and more sales translates to more bargains for the shrewd shopper.

Shopping aside, the Garage Sale Trail event is free for residents thanks to the support of the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) and Glen Innes Severn and has a serious mission to reduce the volume of usable items ending up in landfill and illegally dumped across the state.

NSW EPA Executive Director Programs and Innovation, Alexandra Geddes explained, “Garage Sale Trail supports the NSW Government’s target to reduce and deter illegal dumping. “Our recent audit found that 43% of items dumped on the kerbside could have either been reused, repaired or recycled. By taking part in this event, you are embracing our transition to a circular economy and helping reduce the amount of waste ending up in landfill. Opting for pre-loved items is a great way to save money and protect our environment for future generations.”