General News
11 May, 2025
The mother of garage sales
ICONIC to the region, the Machans Beach-based annual garage sale event is making its eighth consecutive return in 2025.
Up to 40 residents are expected to set up shop from their own garage on Sunday, May 25 for the ‘Super Suburb Sale’.
With sales beginning from 8am, residents and visitors alike will be encouraged to go on a treasure hunt and explore the wide range of goodies available throughout the beach, ranging from homemade snacks and treats all the way to clothes, antiques, appliances and furniture.
Machans Beach Super Suburb organiser Dympna Leonard said the event was a contribution from the entire Machans Beach local community.
“I think what attracts people is the friendly atmosphere and the buzz of excitement, from both sellers and buyers,” she said.
“It always helps if the weather comes to the party.”
Considered the heart and soul of the suburb, Tucker Street’s Machans Beach Community Hall will serve as the event hub, with coffee and tea being served as well as the iconic cake stalls possible due to the creative efforts of local bakers.
The day will involve the Machans Beach Primary School and social club facilities as information centres for visitors, providing a comprehensive map of the beach’s garage sales, alongside brekkie burgers available and a chance to enter the raffle before exploring the suburb.
Ms Leonard said the event always attracted a fantastic turnout.
“This is the eighth Super Suburb Sale we’ve held in Machans,” she said.
“At the last sale we had 39 garage sales, we’re hoping to break that record.
“Machans Beach is an eclectic community and I think the garage sales reflect this.
“We have retro, antiques, clothes, toys, books, work tools, a bit of something for everyone.”
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