This is a paid promotion by North East Waste.
On Saturday, September 20 the Northern Rivers community will be buzzing as the biggest garage sale day of the year returns – Second Hand Saturday!
The day will see over 300 residents across the North Coast rolling up their garage doors, decorating carports and adorning front lawns with pre-loved treasures ready to find a new home.
Now in its 20th year, the mass garage sale event coordinated by North East Waste on behalf of councils, encourages residents to buy, sell, swap or donate pre-loved goods instead of buying new.
“Whether you’re an avid bargain hunter, a vintage collector, or someone looking to reduce waste, this is the perfect opportunity to do a bit of guilt-free shopping for a fraction of the usual cost and the satisfaction that you’re supporting reuse rather than landfill,” NE Waste education coordinator Linda Tohver said.
“Garage sales are still very popular.
“The joy in garage sale shopping is not just finding bargains, and saving money, but it’s also about connecting with community, having a yarn with the neighbours – something that simply doesn’t happen with on-line shopping.”
From huge multi-household joint sales, camping and caravanning, tools, antiques and plenty of backyard bargains — there’s something for everyone!
Bargains at Bentley is worth the drive out of town if you are after general bric a brac, furniture and plants.
If you are a sports car or a Harley Davidson fan, the joint garage sale in Lakeside Drive, Casino is one you will not want to miss.
In Geneva, three households of treasures including a jukebox, cameras and lots and lots of jewellery — both costume and real will be on offer.
The council areas of Richmond Valley, Kyogle. Lismore, Tweed, Ballina, Byron and Clarence Valley all have garage sales as well with incredible pre-loved goods and treasures for sale.
How to plan your pre-loved shopping adventure
A full list of addresses and what’s on offer, photos and maps is available here or on the free Second Hand Saturday app.
Alternatively, check the Second Hand Saturday Facebook page to stay in the loop with what’s happening on the day and to further promote your own garage sales.
This project is a NSW Environment Protection Authority Waste and Sustainable Materials Strategy initiative, funded from the waste levy.