Buy up a bargain

Officer resident, Tayla Peacock is excited for the Garage Sale Trail to be held on 26 October 107812_04

SPRING has sprung which means it’s time to clean out the clutter.
Those who find themselves with an abundance of unwanted goods after a spring clean, consider participating in the Garage Sale Trail on 26 October.
The Garage Sale Trail sees thousands of Australians host their garage sale on the same day.
This national initiative promotes sustainability, encouraging redistribution of goods rather than throwing them away.
Now in its third year, the Garage Sale Trail has already saved 1 million items from potential landfill, and help raised $3 million in local fundraising.
The Garage Sale Trail is all about community and provides a great excuse to get to know neighbours and engage with the people.
Cardinia Shire Mayor Brett Owen said the event was a great way for residents and businesses to get rid of their unwanted goods and for bargain hunters to find a treasure.
“Buyers will enjoy browsing the sales, picking up a preloved bargain or two and getting to know their neighbours,” he said.
Anyone can register a garage sale, and it need not be at a household.
Businesses, schools, community groups or charities are all invited to get involved and host a sale.
There can’t be a sale without some customers so the Garage Sale Trail website allows buyers to search where sales are, flag those they want to visit and produce a map for the day.
To register as a seller or see where sales are happening on Saturday 26 October, visit www.garagesaletrail.com.au.