Here is "everything" we know about organising a street garage sale, which can be used as a guideline for planning. We happily accept suggestions and comments, so please contact us if you can contribute.

Before planning can start, a resident with drive and enthusiasm has to get the ball rolling. They should contact a few neighbours to see what sort of reaction the idea receives. If the reaction is favourable, follow the guidelines below:

How to organise a Street Garage Sale.

Step 1 - Get Organised

Start by planning a sale date at least 30 days in advance. Weekends are best for obvious reasons, but you could also consider a public holiday or long weekend. Check that no other community events conflict with your date.

Step 2 - Contact Council

Obtain permission [if required] to run the street garage sale on the required date. Every local council has by-laws covering this type of event and they will advise any relevant criteria.

Step 3 - Residents Invitation

Prepare an invitation to announce details of the sale for the "residents" of the street.

Deliver the flyers to each residence in the street giving as much notice as possible. Consider non-english residents by having the flyer translated into alternative languages. Your local council or library will be able to assist.

View Beavers Road Invitation View sample Blank Invitation

Step 4 - Promotion

The success will largely depend on how many people know about your sale. The more the merrier!

- Distribute flyers - Local shops, council, library, shopping centre, community and sporting groups.
- Advertise [free] - Local newspapers and magazines [events].
- Online guides and directories.
- Submit flyer and sale details to streetgaragesales.com - Australia wide coverage
- Advertise [paid] - The return will be worth sharing the cost between a few residents.

On the day - Display SALE signs at all street entrances. Back streets should have direction signs leading from all main roads. Don't forget to take them down at the end of the sale.

Guarantee

A great day of having fun, meeting the neighbours and making a dollar!

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