Inside This Week’s Restaurant Equipment Auction Market – 10 Upcoming Sales inc Commercial Kitchen Gear, Wine Lots & Rotary Rack Ovens
This week we list 10 restaurant and catering equipment auctions across Australia. Including commercial kitchens, café fit-outs, food service equipment, and hospitality clearances.
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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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Commercial Kitchen & Restaurant Equipment, Refrigeration Display Cabinets and Seating Online Welshpool Auction
Commercial kitchen gear is up for grabs in Welshpool, with a strong run of catering equipment hitting the online auction block. The standout is a boxed, possibly unused Moffat Turbofan prover/hold combi oven, plus a boxed electric stove, two Rational SCC WE 101 combi ovens, a Hobart A200 stand mixer, and Noaw meat slicers.
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Unreserved – IT, Laboratory, Catering Equipment
IT, lab, and catering gear is heading to auction from Grays in Milperra, NSW. The lot list includes Nec 80-inch and 65-inch Full HD LED displays, plus a Samsung 55-inch smart signage monitor.
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Catering & Hospitality Equipment Auction
A Kenwood Chef Mixer, complete with its instruction manual and cookbook, is on offer from allbids in the ACT. This is a solid standalone lot for anyone setting up a kitchen or replacing worn-out gear, closing on 7 August 2026.
FAQ
Where does restaurant auction equipment come from?
Primarily business closures including restaurants, cafés, and catering companies that have wound up. Refurbishment projects, kitchen upgrades, and liquidations of food service distributors also contribute significant stock.
What equipment typically comes up?
Commercial ovens, fryers, grills, dishwashers, refrigeration, coffee machines, display cabinets, POS systems, benching, and racking. Complete kitchen fit-outs sometimes sell as a package; other times individual pieces are lotted separately.
Is secondhand commercial kitchen equipment worth buying?
Usually yes, commercial-grade equipment is built for heavy use and lasts far longer than domestic equivalents. A well-maintained commercial oven or fridge bought at a fraction of new cost is a sound investment for a small food business.
What should I check before bidding?
Test operation if possible during the inspection period. But in most cases it is not possible due tothe need for power or gas etc.
Trends & Insights
The past week in Australian catering auctions has been defined by the disposal of premium cooking assets, with Ross’s Auctioneers drawing attention to a major online sale in Welshpool, WA. The standout lots are Rational SCC WE 101 combi ovens currently sitting at bids between $205 and $215, alongside a Moffat proofer/hold combi oven, which signals that high-spec, versatile cooking equipment is moving into the secondary market at accessible entry points (auctions.com.au / Ross’s Auctioneers, Aug 14). This is a clear opportunity for operators looking to upgrade their kitchen infrastructure without paying new-equipment premiums.
Further afield, the liquidation pipeline remains robust, with Eddisons Assets running multiple restaurant and takeaway equipment auctions closing around August 21. Their catalogue includes remaining lots from fried chicken fast food restaurants, featuring Henny Penny and Polar gear, plus furnishings and wet stock, which points to a full-spectrum strip-out of hospitality venues rather than just surplus disposal (Eddisons Assets, Aug 16). For buyers, this means access to complete operational packages, not just isolated units, which is ideal for a turnkey fit-out.
On the national stage, Lloyds Auctions continues to position itself as a primary supplier for the hospitality sector, promoting ongoing sales of commercial ovens, fryers, fridges, and full kitchen fit-outs sourced from potential closures (Lloyds Auctions, Aug 12). The breadth of this inventory confirms a steady supply chain of used assets, driven by business restructures. The Welshpool sale also highlights specific hot commodities in refrigeration and front-of-house disposals, including keg coolers, gas fryers, dough dividers, espresso machines, and cafe chairs, reflecting the diverse asset mix coming from local Perth businesses (Ross’s Auctioneers, Aug 14).
Watch the closing days of the Welshpool timed auction and the Eddisons deadline next week, as late bidding on Rational combi units and Henny Penny fryers is likely to spike, so set your maximums early.
Last updated: 17 Aug 2026
Rod’s Tips
Grays handles the most consistent volume of hospitality equipment in Australia. Their rolling online sales include single items and complete kitchen packages. Set up a saved search for your equipment categories to catch new lots as they list.
Complete café fit-outs can go for dramatically less than replacement cost. When a café closes, the operator often needs a quick exit. Buying the complete fit-out rather than individual pieces can deliver significant savings if you have a venue to fit it out.
Coffee machine lots need careful assessment. A commercial espresso machine is expensive to service. Check the brand’s service network before bidding — some imported machines have no local support. A cheap machine with no parts availability is an expensive paperweight.
Bring your own measurements. Commercial benching, fridges, and rack systems are site-specific. Know your kitchen dimensions before the auction — equipment that won’t fit is worth nothing to you regardless of price.
Freight costs. Don’t be afraid to look out of state by first checking in on couriers for an estimate. I purchased a commercial espresso machine and even with the freight from ACT to VIC is was a great deal landed at my doorstep. Be sure to get quotes from couriers with lift-gates to load and unload heavy goods.
New South Wales
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Wholesale Wine Auction For Cafés, Bars & Restaurants
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This one’s aimed squarely at trade buyers restocking the cellar, but private punters after a case or two for the shed will find plenty of value. The French sparklers come in six-bottle packs, standard for pouring by the glass, while the Younger Days wines are stacked in full dozen lots, which suits functions or a serious home setup.
The Fiano 2025 is a fresh white that moves well over summer, and the Heathcote Cabernet is a solid red for the list, not some cleanskin gamble. With only eight lots, it’s a tight, curated offering, so check the specs on bottle sizes and vintage consistency before you bid. Grays runs this one from NSW, and the close date is mid-August 2026, so there’s time to sort freight if you’re outside the state.
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Unreserved – IT, Laboratory, Catering Equipment
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Twenty-one lots make up this unreserved sale, with a strong focus on commercial display technology. The Nec E805 80-inch panel is the standout, alongside the Multisync V652 65-inch and M551 55-inch 4K UHD models. The Samsung DM55D 55-inch smart signage unit rounds out the video gear.
Beyond the screens, expect laboratory and catering equipment to appear in the full lot list closer to closing. The auction closes 29 July 2026. No minimum bids or reserves apply, so pricing will follow demand. Check the listing for the complete inventory and condition notes.
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Wholesale Wine Auction For Cafés, Bars & Restaurants
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This is a straight trade-focused sale, so you’re buying by the case, not the bottle. The French sparklers are the obvious draw for function work or by-the-glass lists, while the Younger Days red and white are fresh 2025 vintage drops from Heathcote and Victoria respectively, suited to casual dining or cellar-door style venues.
Check the lot list for exact pack sizes and vintage splits, as some lots mix 6x and 12x formats. Given the wholesale angle, expect to bid against hospitality buyers, so factor in your own freight and handling before you commit. No close date is locked in yet, so watch the listing for the timer to firm up. If you’re topping up a drinks list or grabbing stock for a function, this is a lean, no-fuss way to do it.
National / Online
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Vietnamese Restaurant Repossession
Lloyds Auctions — multi-lot online auction. Categories include vehicles, jewellery, collectables, plant and equipment, and general goods.
Western Australia
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Commercial Kitchen & Restaurant Equipment, Refrigeration Display Cabinets and Seating Online Welshpool Auction
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Ross has put together a solid spread for anyone kitting out a cafe, restaurant, or commercial kitchen. The headline act is that Moffat Turbofan P12M, still on a pallet and looking unused in its box, which is a rare way to pick up a serious piece of kit. There’s also a boxed electric stove, model PEC-8S40, that appears untouched.
The two Rational combi ovens are worth a close look, though they’re listed as untested with some marks, so factor in a service check before you bid. Similarly, the Hobart A200 mixer and the pair of Noaw slicers are untested, which means they could be a bargain or a project, depending on your tolerance for risk. The smaller lots round it out nicely: stacks of white coffee plates, industrial-style stackable dining chairs with a weathered look, and commercial dishwasher racks loaded with beer, champagne, and wine glasses. If you need glassware in bulk, this is a cheap way to stock a bar.
The auction closes on 20 August, and with 12-plus lots, it’s a manageable catalogue to work through. The gear is spread across a few pallets, so check the dimensions and arrange pickup from the Welshpool complex accordingly. Bid with your head, not your heart, especially on the untested items.
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Major Commercial Meat Processing, Packaging & Bakery Equipment Online Offsite Auction
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Ross’s has cleared out a working food production site at 41-49 Robinson Avenue, and the lot list reads like a full equipment handover. For butchers and smallgoods operators, there’s likely to be band saws, mincers, and vacuum sealers, while the packaging side should turn up heat sealers and labelling kit. Bakery buyers will be looking at spiral mixers, provers, and deck ovens, all commercial grade.
The auction runs online only, closing 9 September 2026, so you’re bidding from the shed or the couch. Given it’s an offsite clearance, inspection times will be limited, and you’ll need to arrange your own removal. Ross’s has a solid track record with business closure sales, so expect the gear to be listed honestly and priced to move, not nursed along with high reserves.
If you’re after a single oven or a full processing line, this one’s worth a look. The suburb’s industrial strip means loading access should be straightforward, but factor in transport costs before you chase a bargain. Check the lot photos carefully, and bring a tape measure if you’re serious about fitting something into your workshop.
Australian Capital Territory
South Australia
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Hospitality Equipment & Blast Chiller
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mgs, the Kilkenny SA outfit that’s been shifting commercial and deceased estate stock since 1980, has put together a solid hospitality lineup. The blast chiller is the headline act, but the supporting cast is where the value sits: think bain-maries, prep sinks, shelving, and probably more mixing bowls and utensils than you can poke a spatula at.
If you’re fitting out a kitchen from scratch, this is the kind of sale where you grab the lot in one go. Commercial fridges and freezers are always worth a look, and the oven range should cover everything from a pizza joint to a full-service restaurant. Check the photos for brands and condition, but expect the usual mix of heavy-use gear and stuff that’s barely been touched.
The auction closes 1 September, and bidding will move fast on the obvious items. If you need a blast chiller for HACCP compliance or just want a serious upgrade on your home setup, this is your chance to beat the trade suppliers.
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