Inside This Week’s Liquidation Auction Market – 38 Upcoming Sales inc Liquidation Stock, Catering Fit-Outs & Work utes
This week we list 38 liquidation and clearance sales across Australia. These sales include stock clearances, insolvency sales, wind-up auctions, and closing-down disposals.
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Our Auction Picks this Week
Each week we highlight unique and interesting sales that caught our eye. The full list is below.
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Event Hire Company Liquidation Melbourne
Event hire gear from a liquidation sale is hitting the auction block in Kilkenny, SA, with mgs handling the lot. Expect 28 assorted chairs and ground cushions, 59 coloured plastic crates with timber seat tops, and 18 white plastic children’s chairs plus nine coloured ones.
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Liquidation – Medical Aesthetics Clinic
A full medical aesthetics clinic is being liquidated in Jandakot, WA, with 84 lots going through Grays. The standout gear includes a CynoSure hair removal machine, a BTL Emsella chair applicator, and a Tanita body composition analyzer.
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UNRESERVED $1M ART LIQUIDATION PART 2
A second wave of unreserved art and collectables is hitting the online auction block, with Lloyds Auctions clearing out a serious private collection. Expect framed vintage prints, sporting memorabilia, and a wooden flat file cabinet that could suit an artist or studio looking for storage with character.
FAQ
What is a liquidation auction?
When a business closes, goes into administration, or is wound up by a receiver, its assets such as stock, equipment, fitout, and vehicles, are sold through auction to pay creditors. Liquidation sales tend to produce strong lots at motivated pricing, since the goal is clearance rather than value maximisation.
Do liquidation lots come with any warranty?
Rarely. Most liquidation sales are strictly as-is, where-is, with no returns. The onus is on the buyer to inspect before bidding. Read the sale conditions carefully as some receivers take a particularly strict line on this.
Are liquidation stock auctions worth it for resellers?
Yes, but due diligence is essential. Verify that stock is clear of security interests via a PPSR check on goods where applicable, and check that the receiver has clear title to sell. Reputable auction houses handle this before consigning, but it’s worth confirming.
Which houses handle the most liquidation work?
Slattery, Lloyds, MGS, and Grays handle significant corporate and commercial liquidation volumes.
Trends & Insights
Liquidation activity is concentrated in the industrial and manufacturing sectors this week, with two significant closures running in parallel. Hymans has opened the online-only sale of Stern’s Group Pty Ltd (in liquidation), featuring engineering and manufacturing equipment with bidding closing from August 13 (Hymans, Aug 7). Simultaneously, Slattery Auctions is wrapping up the final clearance of an Adelaide furniture production line, with 13 lots closing around 5:30 AM on August 10 at their Pooraka site (Slattery Auctions, Aug 10). For buyers in the tooling and fabrication space, this is a rare window to acquire production-grade assets from distressed operations, but the early closing times on the Adelaide lots demand prompt inspection.
Hospitality and retail liquidation stock is also hitting the market with unusual scale. Lloyds Auctions is running a $1.5 million clearance of premium glasses and kitchenware from liquidation stock, available in current online auctions as of early August (Lloyds Auctions, Aug 7). The same house opens contents from a major Italian restaurant liquidation on Monday, August 10 at its Carrara QLD centre, covering equipment and fittings (Lloyds Auctions, Aug 10). The premium glassware lot, in particular, is a high-value opportunity for hospitality resellers, though the sheer volume suggests buyers should focus on niche lines rather than broad bidding.
Queensland is the hotspot for heavy plant and fleet surplus. Slattery Auctions is running a Western Qld heavy equipment and gas field surplus sale from Roma, featuring 136 lots of trucks and machinery, closing at 5:00 AM on August 13 (Slattery Auctions, Aug 10). A separate civil and commercial fleet rationalisation in Pinkenba, with 14 lots, closes around August 12 (Slattery Auctions, Aug 10). The Roma sale is the standout for serious buyers, with heavy plant expected to draw competitive bidding given the gas field context.
Watch the Stern’s Group manufacturing auction closely in the coming week, as late bidding on engineering equipment often accelerates in the final 24 hours before the August 13 close.
Last updated: 10 Aug 2026
Rod’s Tips
Slattery, MGS (SA) and Lloyds are the specialists for major commercial liquidations. When a significant business closes, these are the houses most likely to be appointed. Their newsletters and upcoming sale announcements are worth tracking.
Visit the preview as liquidation lots are almost never fully described online. A “workshop equipment” lot that photos suggest is minor might include a $20,000 CNC machine buried in the background. The detail is always in the room.
Arrive early to the preview of in-room sales. Online photos underrepresent quantity and condition. The first hour of previewing before it gets crowded is when you find the genuine opportunities.
Factor in removal time and logistics. Liquidation sales often have strict and short collection windows and sometimes just 24–48 hours. Have your transport arranged before you bid, not after you win.
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Beauty & Cosmetic Supplies – Liquidation
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This is a straight liquidation of beauty stock, so expect the full Shiseido range to be scattered across the lots. Beyond the headline skincare and colour cosmetics, there are practical bits like the kabuki white 10 brush (SKU 05150) and the shadow gel stick in imperial violet, which are the kind of items that usually sell out fast at retail.
The lot list includes a Glow Cheek Powder Tester and a Modern Colour Face Powder makeup bag, so it’s not all sealed retail stock. That means there’s a mix of display units and saleable product, which is worth factoring into your bidding if you’re planning to on-sell. With 12+ lots, the auction closes on 10 August 2026, and given it’s Lloyds, the bidding will run across their standard online platform. Check the photos carefully on the testers for wear, and don’t assume every lot is full-size or unopened.
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$1.5m Premium Glasses and Kitchenware Clearance – Liquidation
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This is a pure stock liquidation, so the focus is on volume and margin, not picking up a single odd piece. The Nova brand dominates the kitchenware side, with box lots of slotted utensils, round metal trays, and oval casserole dishes. If you sell kitchen goods or run a restaurant supply business, this is the kind of auction where you can load up on sellable stock at a fraction of wholesale, without the usual retail middleman.
The standout is that $8,616 RRP glassware box lot, 36 pieces of Concept and HC glass. That is a high-value line that could shift quickly if you have a function hire or events side to your business. There are also storage solutions in the mix, 24 x Space Mate X-Small boxes, which are handy filler lots that often go cheap. The white wine glass sets, six sets of four in one lot, are an easy flip for hospitality buyers.
The auction closes 10 August 2026, so there is time to sort through the catalogue. Lots are mixed across vehicles, jewellery, collectables, and plant and equipment as part of the broader Lloyds clearance, but the glass and kitchenware is where the retail value sits. Check the condition notes on the box lots before bidding, some are mixed quantities and you want to know exactly what you are getting.
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Italian Restaurant Liquidation
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This is a proper kitchen strip-out, not a few odds and ends. The standout is the Valoriani wood fired pizza oven, the real deal for anyone looking to fire up a pizza operation without paying new prices. Alongside it, the Mareno char grill and pasta cooker, plus the Frymaster PMJ135GSD deep fryers (there are two of them), give you the core cooking line for a high-volume setup.
The stainless steel bench, 2-tier pot rack, and Anvil ingredient well handle the prep side, while the Robot Coupe Mini MP immersion blender is a handy little unit for sauces and purees. The Noaw NS250 slicer is a solid mid-range workhorse for deli or service counters. Everything looks like it’s been pulled from a working restaurant, so expect normal wear and tear, but the gear is commercial-grade and built to last.
Bidding closes 10 August 2026. If you’re kitting out a cafe, food truck, or starting a pizza joint, this is worth a serious look. The lot count is small enough that you can assess each item properly, and with Lloyds running it, you’re dealing with a straightforward online auction process.
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Metalwork Equipment Liquidation
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This liquidation pulls together a proper workshop’s worth of fabrication and welding kit, and it’s not just the big names that stand out. The Miller Deltawelds 602 DC power source is a solid unit for stick welding, while the Cigweld Transmig 40d MIG with separate wire feeder suits anyone after a reliable production setup. The Hobart vintage machine has collector appeal, but the WHA Weldmatic Fabricator portable unit is the one you’d grab for site work.
The Tanaka KT-350A shape cutting machine is worth a close look if you do plate work, and the industrial welding screens and steel work tables round out the practical stuff. With 12+ lots, it’s a tidy package for a small fab shop or a serious home setup. Lloyds runs this as a multi-lot online auction, so check the close time and register beforehand. No inspection details are listed, so factor that into your bidding if you’re not local.
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UNRESERVED $1M ART LIQUIDATION PART 2
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This is Part 2 of a $1M liquidation, so the stock is deep and varied. The lot list leans heavily on framed vintage art prints across multiple categories, from decorative pieces to a substantial collection of art history prints. There’s also a curated run of sporting and automotive memorabilia, plus a diverse poster collection that could appeal to pub fit-outs, cafes, or anyone after cheap wall coverage.
The standout for practical buyers is the vintage wooden flat file cabinet. These are sought-after for print studios, architects, and designers, and they rarely come up in auction condition at this price point. With 12+ lots confirmed and more likely to drop before the August 7 close, it’s worth checking the listings regularly.
Lloyds runs this one fully unreserved, which means the market sets the price. Bidding is online, so factor in delivery or pickup from the Australian location before you commit. If you’re after framed art or vintage paper ephemera, this is a solid chance to fill a room without blowing the budget.
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SOLD – Major Liquidators’ Formwork Auction – 4,000m²+ Dayton Superior DeckFast Shoring System
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This is a straight liquidation sale from a major contractor, offering one single lot covering the entire DeckFast system. You are getting the complete modular shoring gear: adjustable steel props, stringers, joists, and all the connecting hardware needed to support elevated concrete slabs. Dayton Superior is a well-known brand in the industry, so you can expect the gear to meet standard engineering specs.
For any builder or formwork specialist, this is a chance to pick up a large volume of system components in one hit. Buying a used system of this scale new would cost a fortune. Check the photos carefully for condition and component counts. The close date is still to be announced, so register with liquidassets now to get the notification.
Northern Territory
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Liquidation Of Motor Vehicles (Darwin)
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This is a straight liquidation of motor vehicles, and the lineup is about as practical as it gets for anyone needing a reliable ute. The 2015 Hilux SR Diesel is the pick of the bunch, likely to draw the most attention given its newer build, but the 2013 and 2012 SRs are no slouches either. These are the kind of vehicles that cop a hiding on site and keep going, so expect some wear but plenty of life left.
If you’re after a fleet addition or a personal trade-in upgrade, this is a chance to bid on three similar units in one go, which could give you leverage on pricing. Check the service history and inspection reports before the close date, and factor in any transport costs to get them out of Darwin. With only three lots, the auction won’t drag on, so have your bid ready and don’t get caught short at the end.
South Australia
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Event Hire Company Liquidation Melbourne
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This is a clean-out from a Melbourne event hire company, so the stock is built for volume and repeated use. The standout lots are the 59 plastic crates fitted with timber seat tops, ideal for outdoor functions or temporary seating setups. There are also 16 chrome metal bollards with ropes, plus 10 chrome bollards without, which suit crowd control at markets or events.
Storage and logistics gear is well represented. Two aluminium extension ladders, 13 red metal hand trolleys (three with pneumatic wheels, ten with solid wheels), and grey metal shelving bays (two bays, 2510 x 2700 x 840mm) give buyers a chance to outfit a warehouse or workshop. The 16 strip lights (240V) and seven plastic wheelie bins round out the practical lots. Close date is 11 August 2026, so there’s time to inspect.
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Vineyard Machinery Liquidation Riverland
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This is a straight-up machinery clearance from a Riverland vineyard operation, so expect the usual wear from seasonal work. The John Deere 6130M is a solid all-rounder with loader capability, while the New Holland TL100A and Massey Ferguson 7480 both suit row-crop and general farm duties. There’s also a New Holland 8340, a Massey Ferguson 5465, and a Kubota M9540, giving buyers a spread of sizes and power ratings.
Beyond the tractors, the lot list shows a New Holland TC30 with loader, a Ferris zero-turn mower for the grounds crew, and a bed former for vineyard row preparation. An O’Halloran scraper and a box grader tip toward earthmoving and site work. Auctioneer mgs runs these sales regularly out of Kilkenny SA, so the process is straightforward. Check the close date of 11 August 2026 and inspect before bidding if you want to avoid surprises.
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Workshop Stock Clearance -Adelaide (Unused)
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This is a straight-up shed builder’s score. All four structures are listed as unused, so you’re getting factory-fresh steelwork without the wait or the retail markup. The 25ft x 33ft is the standout, offering serious floor space for a workshop, machinery storage, or a decent-sized carport setup. The three 23ft x 22ft kits are identical, which makes them handy if you’re after a matching pair or want to split one with a mate.
The sale is a liquidation, so the vendor wants these gone, not negotiated over. With only 12 lots total, the focus is tight, and there’s no filler. Check the close date on the listing, because Grays runs these on a timer and the good kits will draw attention from hobbyists and tradies alike. If you’re in Adelaide’s north, factor in transport and site prep before you bid, but the unused condition takes the gamble out of the steel.
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Birdsol Liquidation
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This is a straight liquidation, so the stock is varied and priced to move. mgs has been running commercial, agricultural, mining, and machinery sales out of Kilkenny since 1980, which means they know how to shift volume and the crowd turns up ready to bid.
The lot list is thin on specifics at this stage, but the sale shape is clear: workshop tools, mechanical bits, and the kind of hardware that accumulates in a working operation. If you need spare parts, hand tools, or anything that bolts onto a machine, this is worth a look.
Check the listings closer to the close date on 14 August 2026, as more items will likely be loaded in. Kilkenny is easy to get to from the city, so inspection day is straightforward. Bring your own transport for the bulky stuff, and be ready to sort through the lots to find the value.
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Trident Plastics Liquidation
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This is a proper factory clean-out, not a few bits and pieces. The lot list points to a working plastics operation, so expect injection moulding machines, chillers, air compressors, and the kind of ancillary gear that keeps a production line humming. There’s likely to be raw material stock, finished goods, and a stack of maintenance tools tucked in as well.
For buyers, the draw here is the sheer spread. If you’re setting up a workshop, expanding an existing operation, or just after heavy-duty industrial kit at liquidation prices, this sale covers a lot of ground. mgs has been running these types of sales since 1980, so the process is straightforward and the descriptions are usually honest.
Check the photos and any condition reports before bidding, especially on the bigger machinery where transport and installation will eat into your margin. The sale closes on 18 August 2026, so there’s time to do your homework, but don’t leave the inspection to the last minute.
Western Australia
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Liquidation – Medical Aesthetics Clinic
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This is a proper clinic clear-out, not a pile of half-dead consumables. The BTL Emsella is the big-ticket item here, a non-invasive pelvic floor treatment chair that still pulls strong resale value in the aesthetics trade. Pair that with the CynoSure laser for hair removal and you’ve got the core of a working clinic setup, minus the lease.
The Tanita body composition scales are the sort of thing personal trainers and weight-loss clinics chase, and the Dermalife Spa Oceana 2G adds a hydrotherapy angle. Expect the usual clinical furniture, trolleys, and consumables mixed in across the 84 lots, so there’s room to pick up cheap basics alongside the heavy machinery.
Buyers should check the condition reports carefully, especially on the laser and Emsella, as servicing medical devices can eat into your margin. The auction closes 12 August, so get your inspections in before then if you’re serious about the high-value items.
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Kimseed Australia Closing Down Sale Online Offsite Auction
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This is a proper workshop clearance, not a skip bin rummage. The standout is the Hafco Metalmaster AL-1000D horizontal lathe, a 2023 unit with a SW400 controller, 3-jaw and 4-jaw chucks, chuck plates, a steady rest, and a quantity of spindles and tool holders. It’s three-phase, hard-wired, and listed as advised operational but untested. Disconnection by a licensed electrician and removal are on the buyer, so factor that into your bid.
The 2024 Hafco Metalmaster BM-30A turret mill is another strong pick, with a YHSINO controller, machine vice, and holder set. It runs off a standard 240V-15A plug, which makes it easier to shift, but the buyer arranges lifting gear. There’s also a 2024 Sheppach HD12 dust collector on a trolley, a Hafco cyclone separator, and a Hafco DC-2 dust collector, so the workshop dust control is covered.
Smaller bits worth chasing include a Vertex super indexing spacer with a 3-jaw chuck, a bundle with an 18-piece collet set and a TM F45SE12 milling head, and a 2024 Ryobi 30L vacuum. There’s also a tool cupboard workbench with contents, four mobile welding screens, and a bundle of three flammable liquid jerry cans with some fuel, plus a tagged 9kg fire extinguisher. Bidding closes 24 August 2026, so get in before then.
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Specialist Mechanic Workshop Liquidation Auction
Specialist Mechanic Workshop Liquidation Auction
Australian Capital Territory
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Civil Construction & Surveying Equipment Liquidation Sale
Pickles Civil Construction & Surveying Equipment Liquidation Sale in Canberra.
New South Wales
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Civil Construction Liquidation – Excavators, Tippers, Trucks, Trailers, Utes & Attachments
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This liquidation covers a solid spread of plant and trucks for anyone in earthmoving or haulage. The excavator list includes a Hitachi ZX200 and a Kobelco SK200, both popular on local sites. For transport, there are Isuzu FTR and FVY tippers, a Hino 700, and several box trailers and flatbed trailers.
Utes in the mix include Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger models, handy as site runners. Attachments such as buckets, grabs, and rippers are also on offer. With the close date set for 18 August 2026, there is time to inspect and plan. Check the Pickles site for the full lot list and viewing details.
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Newcastle Crane & Heavy Transport Liquidation Auction
Newcastle Crane & Heavy Transport Liquidation Auction
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Onsite Engineering Workshop Liquidation Auction
Onsite Engineering Workshop Liquidation Auction
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Onsite Engineering Workshop Liquidation Auction
Onsite Engineering Workshop Liquidation Auction
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Newcastle Major Transport & Civil Liquidation Auction
Newcastle Major Transport & Civil Liquidation Auction
Queensland
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Mining Liquidation – Crushers, Loaders, Grader, Franna Crane, Light Commercials
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This is a full plant dispersal from a mining operation. The standout is the Franna crane, a mobile unit built for tight sites. Crushers include jaw and cone models, likely from major OEMs. Loaders range from mid-size to production class, with a grader for haul road maintenance.
Light commercials cover utes and service trucks, useful for site support or resale. Everything is sold as-is, so inspect before bidding. The close date is 29 July 2026, giving you time to arrange a site visit in Rockhampton.
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RTM Engineering Major Vehicle & Trailer Liquidation Sale 1
Pickles RTM Engineering Major Vehicle & Trailer Liquidation Sale 1 in Townsville.
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RTM Engineering Major Engineering & Metal Fabrication Equipment Liquidation Sale 2
Pickles RTM Engineering Major Engineering & Metal Fabrication Equipment Liquidation Sale 2 in Townsville.
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RTM Engineering Major Power Tools, Workshop and Warehousing Equipment Liquidation Sale 3
Pickles RTM Engineering Major Power Tools, Workshop and Warehousing Equipment Liquidation Sale 3 in Townsville.
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RTM Engineering Major Metal Stock & Fabrication Equipment Liquidation Sale 4
Pickles RTM Engineering Major Metal Stock & Fabrication Equipment Liquidation Sale 4 in Townsville.
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Major Arborist Liquidation Auction
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