On the trail of bargains

TREK around Cardinia Shire next weekend for the Garage Sale Trail and pick up some secondhand bargains.
The Garage Sale Trail sees thousands of Australians host their garage sale on the same day, Saturday 26 October.
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 pre-loved bargain or two and getting to know their neighbours,” he said.
Anyone can register a garage sale, and it doesn’t need be at a household; businesses, schools, community groups or charities are all invited to get involved and host a sale.
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 one million items from potential landfill, and help raised $3 million in local fund-raising.
The Garage Sale Trail is all about community and provides a great excuse to get to know neighbours and engage with the people.
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