Yorke Peninsula Council residents turned their unwanted items into cash at the annual Garage Sale Trail last November.
More than $10,000 was generated locally through the initiative.
Results of a recently released report by Garage Sale Trail and Taverner Research Group highlighted the outcomes of the waste reduction initiative made possible by Council.
Mayor Darren Braund said the research highlighted the local community’s commitment to reduce waste.
“Programs like Garage Sale Trail are important in shifting perceptions of second-hand, and supporting the transition to a circular economy by getting more people reusing items rather than sending them to landfill,” Mr Braund said.
Across the Council area more than 1200 people participated in the two big weekends of garage sales which aim to provide a fun way for residents to reduce waste, make some money and get to know their neighbours.
Nationally, the event saw a 44% increase in participation, with 419,705 Australians getting involved.
“More and more people are looking for ways to generate some extra cash or save money on everyday items,” Garage Sale Trail General Manager Barbara Gill said.
“Buying and selling second-hand is one easy way we can all do this, whether it’s hosting a garage sale or selling items online.”
Residents keen to snag a bargain, or turn their stash into cash, can now register their interest in the 2024 event, which takes place on 9-10 & 16-17 November, at www.garagesaletrail.com.au.
Report findings for Yorke Peninsula
- 1,278 residents participated as a seller or shopper
- 50 garage sale events hosted locally over two weekends
- 4,821 residents visited the Garage Sale Trail website
- 12,183kg sold and reused locally
- $10,280 total generated locally