Sydney Airport launches massive auction of lost property
Have you ever lost something at the airport?
You're not alone.
This year there were more than 2,500 unclaimed items left at the airport including electronics, jewellery and designer handbags, and now they are up for grabs for a fraction of their retail price.
The airport has launched their annual online auction, with all the money raised going to the Harding Miller Education Foundation, which grants four-year scholarships to high-school girls with high academic potential who are experiencing disadvantage.
Over the past decade, the auctions have raised $1.6 million for various charities.
“It’s clear the public love nabbing a bargain in support of a worthy cause," Sydney Airport general manager of corporate affairs Josh Clements said.
“There’s something for everyone with plenty of great tech, clothing, accessories and beauty products as well as a host of unique items like a massage table, an electric scooter, a leaf blower and a quintessential Aussie favourite, a jaffle maker (sandwich press),” he added.
“It’s great to see these unclaimed items find new homes, while also supporting a charity that’s offering comprehensive scholarships to help level the playing field for high school girls facing disadvantage.”
“Opening bids start at just $10, which means shoppers have a chance to grab a great deal while also supporting an impactful charity,” Theodore Bruce Auctioneers director, Casi Prischl, said.
The auction runs until Sunday May 12, with the complete list of auctions currently open for bids below:
- Tech & Gaming - Saturday 4 May to Saturday 11 May, closing at 10am
- Sunglasses, Bags, Scarves & Accessories - Saturday 4 May to Saturday 11 May, closing at 2pm
- Jewellery & Watches - Saturday 4 May to Sunday 12 May, closing at 10am
- Clothing - Saturday to May to Sunday 12 May, closing at 2pm
- Beauty, Alcohol, Home - Saturday 4 May to Sunday 12 May, closing at 4pm
Goods can be delivered at a price, or picked up by appointment.
Images: Theodore Bruce Auctions