Let’s turn trash into treasure at the Port Stephens Garage Sale Trail
- intouch Magazine
- Oct 7
- 2 min read
Residents are encouraged to cash in on clutter as the Garage Sale Trail hits Port Stephens over two weekends this November.
Port Stephens residents can participate in the second-hand treasure hunt by holding their own garage sale or joining a market on one day or across both weekends, November 8-9 and 15-16.
Mayor Leah Anderson said this is the second year Council has supported the Garage Sale Trail movement.
“The Garage Sale Trail is a wonderful way to unearth incredible finds, help the environment, and build stronger community connections,” Mayor Anderson said.
“It’s just one more way Council is contributing to the circular economy in Port Stephens – keeping products in use for as long as possible.”
This year, Council is hosting "The Lucky Find" Community Sale on Saturday 15 November, at the Council Administration building in Raymond Terrace.
“We'd love for you to join us as a stallholder, whether you're selling vintage handbags from your car boot or children's toys on a table,” Mayor Anderson said.
“We designed this event so shoppers can discover hidden gems and you can make some money by selling your pre-loved items.”
Another event, The Port Stephens Community Clothes Swap with ReNewy Living, will be held on Saturday 8 November at the Tomaree Library & Community Centre.
“We'd love for you to get involved. You can either host your own garage sale or come along and be a part of the two community events,” Mayor Anderson said.
“It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with others while knowing that every dollar you spend goes right back into our community,” Mayor Anderson concluded.
The project is a NSW Environment Protection Authority Waste and Sustainable Materials Strategy initiative, funded from the waste levy.
Registration is free and includes access to downloadable signs, how-to guides and promotional tools, making it easy to take part.
Register your sale now at www.garagesaletrail.com.au/port-stephens
To register as a store holder for The Lucky Find event, visit pscouncil.info/stallholder-sign-up-the-lucky-find
For more information about the Community Clothes Swap event, visit pscouncil.info/garage-sale-trail-port-stephens-community-clothes-swap
