Join the Garage Sale Trail on the Fraser Coast

FRASER Coast residents are being encouraged to clear out, cash in and join Australia’s biggest second-hand treasure hunt - the Garage Sale Trail.

Two huge weekends of bargains and pre-loved gems are coming to the Fraser Coast this November, giving locals the chance to make money, meet their neighbours and keep good stuff out of landfill.

It’s not just an opportunity to declutter your home; it’s a community event that brings people together, encourages sustainable living, and supports a culture of sharing and reusing valuable items that might otherwise go to waste.

Council Resource Recovery spokesperson Cr Michelle Byrne said the Fraser Coast ranked among the top five regions in the country last year, with more than 90 local sellers and groups hosting 169 sales and stalls.

This remarkable participation demonstrates how passionate Fraser Coast residents are about sustainability, recycling, and connecting with their neighbours in a meaningful way.

“Council is proud to support the Garage Sale Trail campaign again this year, which highlights the circular economy and the benefits of reuse,” she said.

“Held over 8–9 and 15–16 November, the Garage Sale Trail will see more than 15,000 garage sales and markets pop up across the country, with Fraser Coast locals joining over 400,000 Australians taking part.

Cr Byrne said on average sellers make $500 - proof that selling second-hand is as good for the wallet as it is for the planet.

“In 2024, almost 300,000 Australians joined the Garage Sale Trail, helping to reuse more than 755,000 items and save 2,540 tonnes of carbon emissions, 96 megalitres of water and 1,870 hectares of land,” she said.

“There will be something for everyone: fashion, furniture, cookware, kids’ stuff, tools and more. Whatever you fancy, you’ll find pre-loved gems that last longer and cost less.”

Participating in the event is easy, fun, and a great way to support sustainable practices while finding unique items you won’t see anywhere else.

To find a sale near you on the online map visit: https://www.garagesaletrail.com.au/fraser-coast

For more information and to register your sale for free, go to https://www.garagesaletrail.com.au/