Clear out and cash in on the Garage Sale Trail this November as Parkes Shire Council joins the nation's biggest second-hand treasure hunt.
Over two big weekends on the 9-10 and 16-17 November, the Garage Sale Trail will be coming to Parkes Shire, with the event offering savings for savvy shoppers on everything from the essentials you need, to the pre-loved gems you want.
Parkes Shire residents are invited to host their own garage sale or join a group sale in their neighbourhood, and can take part over one day or do more across both weekends.
Do you have pre-loved treasures too good for the bin? Hold on to them and cash in!
Acting General Manager of Parkes Shire Council, Mr Andrew Francis, 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 Francis said.
"With free registration, how-to guides and promotional resources, its garage sales made easy over two big weekends."
"We hope to encourage garage sales locally in the Parkes Shire, contributing to the 15,000 sales expected nationwide."
Amidst a growing focus on reuse and recycling, Australians are decluttering and seeing the rewards. Data shows that those hosting a sale on the trail make an average of $4571, proving that 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, offering bargains for every shopper.
"There really will be something for everyone; designer fashion, mid-century furniture, cookware, vinyl, kids stuff, tools and more," said Mr Francis.
"Shopping aside, the Garage Sale Trail program is free for residents, thanks to the support of Parkes Shire Council, and it also helps bolster local sustainability efforts by keeping reusable items out of landfill," said Mr Francis.
