18 September 2025
More than 50 garage sales are expected across the Southern Downs this November, as locals join over 400,000 Australians taking part in this year’s Garage Sale Trail — one of the country’s biggest second-hand shopping events.
Held over two weekends (8–9 and 15–16 November), the event sees thousands of garage sales pop up in streets, schools, front yards and community spaces around the country.
After a successful first year participating in the national campaign in 2024, Southern Downs Regional Council is again supporting initiative in 2025, and Portfolio Councillor for Healthy Communities Cr Sarah Deane encourages local residents to make this year even bigger.
“Last year, 1,971 Southern Downs residents turned their unwanted items into cash during the annual Garage Sale Trail, generating more than $27,890 and extending the life of over 5,311 pre-loved items, 42% of which would otherwise have gone to landfill,” Cr Deane said.
“Southern Downs residents disposed of more than 26,000 tonnes of waste to landfill in 2024-25, and participating in the Garage Sale Trail makes it easy to give your pre-loved belongings a second life and keep them out of landfill.
“Diverting waste from landfill is not only critical for protecting our environment, but also helps ease the financial burden of constructing new landfill cells which is a costly necessity.
“The Garage Sale Trail a fun and meaningful way for locals to tackle climate change, meet their neighbours and make some extra cash.
“There’s something for everyone, from kids’ toys and furniture to homewares, books, clothes and plants.
“Every item reused is a step toward a more sustainable future.”
Last year, the average seller across Australia made $499, proving that selling second-hand is as good for the wallet as it is for the planet.
Registration is free thanks to Southern Downs Regional Council, helping locals reduce waste and embrace the circular economy.
Register your sale now at
www.garagesaletrail.com.au.
In 2025:
• More than 15,000 garage sales are expected to be listed nationwide.
• More than 400,000 Australians are set to take part.
• More than 3 million pre-loved items are expected to be listed for sale.
Last edited date 18 Sep 2025