Bag a bloomin bargain this Spring

Cash in or bag a bargain when the Garage Sale Trail, Australia’s festival of pre-loved stuff, returns to the Charters Towers Region this Spring.

Boasting garage sales across Australia on 11-12 and 18-19 November, the event is a great chance to turn your stash into cash and shop epic stuff at retro prices.

Councillor Alan Barr said selling or shopping at garage sales is a fun and simple action we can take to reduce our carbon footprint.

“Garage Sale Trail helps neighbours connect, make some money, and keep their good stuff out of landfill.

“With free registration, how-to guides, promotional resources, and even touch-free PayPal QR code payments, it’s garage sales made easy for sellers over two big weekends,” said Councillor Barr.

Before the sale weekends there will be a series of online talks featuring an all-star cast of experts and familiar faces sharing their sustainable living tips that are kind on both planet and pocket.

Featuring presenters Barry du Bois and Veronica Milsom—alongside experts in secondhand selling, styling, and the circular economy—the Trail Tutorials are hosted online and are free to attend.

“We hope to increase the number of garage sales held locally in the region and another 10,000 around the nation.

“More sales means more bargains and there really will be something for everyone; designer fashion, mid-century furniture, cookware, vinyl, kids stuff, tools, and more.

“Shopping aside, the Garage Sale Trail program is free for residents thanks to the support of Council,” continued Councillor Barr.

Get planning for your sale, register now and find more information and the Trail Tutorial schedule at www.garagesaletrail.com.au