Inside This Week’s Police Auction Market – 13 Upcoming Sales inc Seized Vehicles, Forfeited Bikes & Police Goods
We track upcoming police, sherriff, and government-seized goods auctions across Australia. This week we feature 13 sales. These sales are a mxed bag and that’s what makes them so interesting. Jewellery, bicycles, tools, electronics, and general property are regular fare, but there are always suprise lots. For more insight click the FAQ section below for common questions,or the Trends section for this weeks market report.
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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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WA Police Uncollected & Forfeited Goods – Bicycles
A fleet of 47 uncollected and forfeited bicycles and e-scooters is being cleared out through Grays in Jandakot, WA. Expect BMX and road racing bikes alongside electric rides from Exile, Ninebot, Pure and Fluid, all previously held by WA Police.
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Sheriff’s Office of Victoria eBid Auction
Five vehicles from the Sheriff’s Office of Victoria are being auctioned through Autorola, closing 30 September 2026. The line-up covers ex-fleet and statutory disposals, with passenger cars and light commercials among the lots.
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Police Auction
A massive haul of police recovered goods is going under the hammer in the ACT. Expect everything from pushbikes and power tools to electronics and jewellery, with brands like Apple, Samsung, and Bosch spotted in the lots.
FAQ
What comes up at police auctions?
Unclaimed found property, stolen goods that went unclaimed by owners, and, less commonly, proceeds of crime forfeitures. Bicycles, power tools, electronics, and general household goods are most common. Seized vehicles occasionally appear through specific court-ordered sales.
Are police auction goods clean title?
Unclaimed found property and abandoned goods are sold as clear title. Court-ordered forfeitures may have specific conditions, always read the sale terms carefully and confirm with the auctioneer before bidding on vehicles.
Is there a PPSR risk on police auction vehicles?
Always run a PPSR check on any vehicle regardless of source simply because it’s so cheap to do so. Even government-disposal vehicles can have encumbrances in rare cases. The auctioneer’s title warranty should cover you, but verify before bidding.
Trends & Insights
Federal forfeiture activity has delivered one of the more unusual catalogues of the year, with the AFP securing orders over a Queensland drug lord’s holdings that include two houses valued at roughly $880,000 each, $617,000 in sale proceeds, a 124-bottle wine collection worth $92,900 and boats headlined by a rare Riva Ferrari at $12,500. The orders were granted on 18 September, with the assets to be liquidated and proceeds directed to crime prevention (news.com.au, Sep 19). For buyers tracking proceeds-of-crime stock, the takeaway is that collectibles and lifestyle assets are increasingly part of the disposal mix rather than just real estate.
State-level police disposals are running on their usual cadence this week. WA Police’s uncollected and forfeited goods sale through Grays Online opened on 22 September with 32 lots out of Jandakot, including multiple Apple Watch SE and Series 6 models among the electronics (Auction Finder Australia, Sep 21). The same day, ACT Police ran an 18-lot recovered goods auction via AllBids covering electronics, tools and household items (Auction Finder Australia, Sep 21). Both sales reflect the steady flow of seized and unclaimed property that keeps smaller online platforms supplied.
Vehicle buyers have a tighter window. The Sheriff’s Office of Victoria eBid auction of three police disposal vehicles closes 23 September, with statutory and abandoned vehicles offered through the Autorola platform (Auction Finder Australia, Sep 21). The larger event on the horizon is Victoria Police’s forfeited, lost and unclaimed goods auction on 29 September at Breen Auction Group in West Footscray, carrying over 220 lots including a 2020 Ford Ranger ute, DeWalt and Makita power tools, e-scooters, bikes, clothing and alcohol (Breen Auction Group, Sep 22). Note the physical attendance requirement, which narrows the bidder pool compared with online-only sales.
Watch for pre-bid inspection details and lot condition reports to land for the 29 September Breen sale, since the tools and ute will likely draw the strongest competition.
Last updated: 28 Sept 2026
Rod’s Tips
Bicycle lots are consistently good value. Police unclaimed property sales regularly include quality bikes that went unreported or unclaimed. Just like any used bike, you’ll likely need to do some repairs and you should factor that into your bidding.
Tool and electronics lots need careful inspection. Power tools at police auctions are often in working condition but may lack accessories or cases. Then, of course, after you buy a charger you find out it doesn’t work! (That’s a common one!)Request a test of anything valuable before the auction closes where inspection is permitted. Otherwise, bid for it’s parts value only.
Major proceeds-of-crime sales are rare and don’t confuse them with routine disposals. The reality is mostly lost bicycles and found phones, not seized luxury cars. Be skeptical of heavily marketed “police auction” events that promise extraordinary finds.
Where I always went wrong at these types of sales You can get some great finds at these sales and most of the people you’ll meet there will be regulars and most likely jewellery traders. They are focused, they never overbid, and they never let a deal slip by. For me, I was never that focussed, just a bargain hunter and I wish I had their focus. I’d get caught by shiny object syndrome, and guaranteed, I’d leave these sales with a collection of stuff that I did not need and would likely have trouble selling. My most important tip to you is simple, focus. Have a list of the lots, mark what you want to bid on after inspection, what its worth after fees, and stick to it. After a string of questionable purchases, and dealing with the varierty of items every sale, I stuck to more consistent sales of things I knew well and knew I could either use or flip succesfully. But, if jewellery, watches,phones, bikes, tools, etc are your thing, then go for it, just be focused.
Western Australia
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WA Police Impounded Motorcycle Auction
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This is a police impound clearance, so the mix is practical rather than polished: a road-registerable 250, a near-new electric dirt bike, and a pair of small Hondas. The Hyosung GT250 carries WOVR inspection, which means it’s been through the written-off vehicle register process and is cleared for re-registration, worth a look if you want a cheap commuter or project base.
The 2024 Stomp E-SX01 is the newest thing in the catalogue and sits in the growing electric pit bike space, while the CRF 50F and CZF are the classic small-capacity petrol options that hold their value and get used hard by kids and beginners alike.
Condition across impounded stock varies, so inspect what you can before bidding. Details and photos are on the Grays listing ahead of the 28 September close.
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WA Police Uncollected & Forfeited Goods – General Goods
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This is a mixed bag of uncollected and forfeited goods, which means the catalogue swings from everyday items to proper tools. The Makita chainsaw skins stand out: four of them, 18v brushless, 250mm bar, bare tool only. If you already run Makita batteries, that is four saws for the price of one retail unit.
Beauty products and tech gadgets fill out the rest of the general goods, alongside bathroom tapware for anyone mid-reno. Condition varies across police-held stock, so read each lot description and photos before bidding.
Fifty-nine lots closes 29 September. Pickup is Jandakot, WA, so factor freight or a trailer into your numbers.
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WA Police Uncollected & Forfeited Goods – General Goods
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This is a police auction, so expect the unexpected. The eight lots span jewellery, tools, lighting and even bathroom fittings, all uncollected or forfeited items now being cleared through Grays in Jandakot.
The gold stands out: a stamped 9ct yellow gold chain necklet, sold with a detached bolt ring. Also worth a look are the Engel LED spotlights with lanterns and the Fiskars Pro bolt cutters, both solid, practical gear. Rounding out the list are assorted retro fashion accessories and a Roca toilet cistern.
Police auctions tend to move quickly and stock is limited to what’s listed, so check each lot’s condition notes before bidding.
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WA Police Uncollected & Forfeited Goods – Bicycles
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This is a police clearance, so the mix is exactly what you would expect: bikes and e-scooters that were never claimed or were forfeited, now listed in one lot run. The catalogue leans toward practical everyday gear rather than collector pieces, with a blue Exile BMX, a red Fluid road racing bike, and two e-scooters from Ninebot and Pure Escape among the featured lots.
Electric models are worth a closer look. E-scooters often fetch strong money secondhand, and a police-held unit usually means no previous owner is chasing it back. Check battery condition and charger inclusion before you commit, since those details vary lot to lot.
With 47 lots closing on 29 September 2026, there is room to pick and choose rather than fight over a single item. Inspect what you can, read each lot description carefully, and bid on the ones that suit.
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WA Police Uncollected & Forfeited Goods – Marine
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This is uncollected and forfeited goods from WA Police, which means the lots are what they are: no trailer with the Trimcraft dinghy, so you will need to sort transport before you bid. The Karma stand up board and the Searano VIB270 are the other headline items, with a boat bow chill mat rounding out the smaller gear.
Five lots total, closing 29 September 2026. Inspect what you can and check each listing for condition notes, since police auctions move as-is.
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WA Police Uncollected & Forfeited Goods – Jewellery
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This is a police auction, which means the jewellery comes from uncollected and forfeited goods rather than a dealer’s display case. Six lots are up, and each one is an assorted mix rather than a single piece. Expect pendants, earrings, necklaces, bracelets and at least one watch spread across the listings.
One lot pairs assorted jewellery with foreign currency, which adds a bit of interest beyond the usual chains and stones. The rest are straightforward jewellery bundles, so condition and contents will vary from lot to lot.
Grays is running the sale out of Jandakot, WA. With only six lots, the catalogue is small enough to review properly before bidding closes on 6 October 2026.
Victoria
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Victoria Police Auction — TUESDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER 2026
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Breen Auction Group has been the preferred auctioneer for Victoria Police for over 15 years, so the provenance is solid. This is a classic police auction where you’ll find a grab-bag of seized goods, from cordless drills and angle grinders to laptops, tablets, and stereo gear. There’s also general merchandise that could include everything from homewares to sporting equipment.
The key here is that lots are sold as-is, with no returns. That means a sharp eye on the photos and descriptions pays off. If you’re after workshop tools or cheap electronics to flip, this is the kind of sale where a $10 bid can net a $200 item. Just factor in pickup from Sunshine West and bring cash or card on the day.
Don’t expect a polished retail experience. Police auctions are raw, but for the bargain hunter who knows their gear, the value is often in the unknown. Get in early, inspect if you can, and bid smart.
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Sheriff’s Office of Victoria eBid Auction
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Autorola Australia runs this eBid auction for the Sheriff’s Office of Victoria, drawing on the sort of stock that moves through statutory and abandoned vehicle channels: ex-fleet cars, light commercial utes and vans, and dealer trade-ins. Five lots are listed, all based in Victoria.
The mix suits buyers chasing workhorse transport rather than showroom metal. Expect the usual spread of higher-km passenger vehicles and light commercials, the kind that get snapped up for tradie duties, second cars, or parts.
Inspection details, condition reports and pickup arrangements sit with the auctioneer. Do your homework on each lot before bidding closes on 30 September 2026.
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Victoria Police Jewellery Auction — TUESDAY 20TH OCTOBER 2026
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This is the genuine Victoria Police clearance, so the stock is a mix of the flashy and the forgotten. If you’ve been hunting for a solid gold signet ring or a decent automatic watch without paying retail, this is where the pickings get interesting. The lot list includes the usual suspects, rings and bracelets, but also some heavier pieces that often slip through when the crowd fixates on the obvious sparkle.
Auctioneer breenauction runs these regularly, and the format is straightforward. Bidding closes on the Tuesday, so you’ve got the weekend to sort through the catalogue and pick your targets. The West Footscray location means easy pickup if you win, but check the listing for collection times and any buyer’s premium before you commit.
For anyone who’s done this before, the trick is to look past the polished display shots. Police seizures come in with whatever condition they were found in, so factor in a jeweller’s clean-up if you’re after something to wear straight away. That said, the scrap gold value alone can make the lower-end lots worthwhile, especially if the weights aren’t heavily advertised. Worth a look if you’re after a bargain with a bit of a story.
New South Wales
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Police Auction
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AllBids has been running online auctions for over 15 years, and this one is a classic clearance of seized and unclaimed property. The catalogue is a mixed bag of everyday items and the occasional surprise. You will find a stack of bicycles, both kids and adult sizes, plus a decent selection of cordless power tools from Makita and DeWalt.
Electronics feature heavily. There are multiple smartphones, tablets, and laptops, including recent iPhone and Samsung Galaxy models. A handful of smartwatches and headphones are also in the mix. For the home, expect small appliances, some new-in-box items, and a collection of jewellery and watches that could hold hidden value.
Buyers should check each lot carefully. Condition varies from new and unused to clearly second-hand. All lots are sold as-is. Bidding is online only. The close date is yet to be confirmed, so keep an eye on the listing for the final countdown.
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Newcastle General, Council & Police Auction
Newcastle General, Council & Police Auction
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Newcastle General, Council & Police Auction
Newcastle General, Council & Police Auction
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do these auctions still require a deposit before being able to bid? I remember two years ago I went to one in Vic and they wanted $200 to walk in the door, I walked in the door OK, the door to my car and went somewhere else
Breen Auctions in Victoria ask for a $250 cash-only registration fee to participate in their auctions. The fee is fully refundable on the day if no purchases are made. It seems wild at first, and I get where you are coming from, but it’s no big deal. One benefit, if there was one, is that could make the sale a little more exclusive, meaning more realistic prices.
Do you know of any in Queensland?
they are not listed as such, but keep an eye on McDonald Auctions
Cheers