Thursday 29 September, 2.30pm
Councillors from the north of Tasmania came together today to meet with Garage Sale Trail founder Darryl Nichols at the Northern Tasmanian Waste Management Group Centre in support of Tasmanians getting on board the national Garage Sale Trail.
Powered by over 150 councils across Australia, Garage Sale Trail is a not-for-profit nation-wide community and sustainability event that encourages the reuse of pre-loved items and the activation, empowerment and participation of individuals within their own community.
Mr Nichols met with a number of councillors today. ‘We wanted to come together today to encourage everyone to get involved in Garage Sale Trail 2016,’ said Mr Nichols.
‘Buying and selling at a garage sale can do a lot of ‘good stuff’ beyond making some extra money or discovering a bargain. Many of us don’t realise that garage sales are also a great way to bring communities together, help the environment and improve our well-being.’
More than just a way to find the ultimate bargain or quirky treasure, taking part in Garage Sale Trail is an opportunity to consider the impact we’re having on the planet and how we can make a difference. Last year, Garage Sale Trail redistributed enough items to fill 100 kilometres of shopping trolleys.
Mr Nichols said, ‘there’s really no way to lose by taking part in Garage Sale Trail. It’s good for the environment, it’s good for your community and it’s a great way to kickstart your spring cleaning.’
To register your sale go to www.garagesaletrail.com.au
Background:
Currently there are over 200 registered users signed up in Tasmania and over 8000 signed up throughout the country.
2015 STATISTICS
• 13,191 registered garage sales
• 33,527 participating sellers
• 350,934 total participation
• 2.8 million items listed for reuse
• 160,427 new community connections made nationally
Bob Catchpole
