Inside This Week’s Tasmanian Auction Market – 6 Upcoming Sales inc Fleet Vehicles, Komatsu Loaders & Commercial Kitchen Gear
This week we list 6 auctions happening in Tasmania. Updated weekly, this page covers upcoming public auctions across Hobart, Launceston, and regional Tasmania. Pickles Auctions has a regular presence in Hobart for vehicle, salvage, and general goods sales. Grays online platform lists Tasmanian lots continuously. For interstate buyers, note that Bass Strait freight costs are a real factor with a vehicle ro-ro from Devonport to Melbourne typically adding $400–$700 to your total cost. Tasmanian estate sales can surface genuinely old colonial and federation-era pieces, given the state’s long family ownership cycles and cooler storage conditions.
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FAQ
Which auction houses operate in Tasmania?
Grays and Pickles run national sales that include Tasmanian lots. Local houses such as Elders and PGG Wrightson cover rural and agricultural sales, while general clearance runs through regional auctioneers.
Can interstate buyers participate in Tasmanian auctions?
Yes. Online bidding is available through most major platforms. Factor in the Bass Strait freight cost, which as mentioned, adds meaningfully to the total for vehicles and large equipment.
What is the standard buyer’s premium in Tasmania?
Typically 15–18% plus GST for commercial houses. Some smaller clearance sales charge less. Always check terms before bidding.
Are Tasmanian farm and rural equipment auctions worthwhile?
Yes, as competition is often lower than mainland sales, and equipment tends to be in fair condition given cooler, drier storage.
Trends & Insights
Tasmanian auction rooms are firing on all cylinders this week, with live and online formats running in parallel for collectables and fine art. Gowans Auctions held its weekly live sale in Moonah on August 7, moving through antique, modern and retro furniture, 9ct gold jewellery, sterling silver and porcelain, and has already locked in the next sale for August 14 with inspection on the 13th (Gowans Auctions, Aug 7). Meanwhile, the private collection art sale promoted by Gowans on social channels, featuring Tasmanian wildlife artworks and other collectables, is heading toward mid-August closing dates, so bidders chasing local subject matter should be tracking those lots closely (Gowans Auctions / Instagram, Aug 9).
The timed online format is where the depth of Tasmanian consignments is showing this week. Burns & Co Auctions has the entire Steven Simeoni Collection Tasmania catalogue running fully unreserved, a next-level collectors auction closing August 10 that is squarely focused on Tasmanian items (Burns & Co Auctions, Aug 9). That kind of no-reserve structure typically pulls in serious bidding, especially when the material is regionally specific. Over in Hobart, Colville Auctions has its fine art timed auction scheduled for Tuesday August 11 at 6pm, with the catalogue already available and viewing by appointment at 30 Collins Street (Colville Auctions, Aug 1).
Beyond the hammer, the broader Tasmanian market continues to show strength, with eight property sales over $1 million recorded in the week ending August 8 (The Mercury, Aug 8). While that is a different asset class, it confirms the spending appetite in the state, which tends to flow into premium household goods and collectables at auction. No major price surges in vehicles or industrial equipment were reported this week, but the unreserved estate material and fine art catalogues are carrying the momentum.
Buyers should watch the Burns & Co closing on August 10 and the Colville fine art sale on August 11 as the two key events to test where Tasmanian collector demand sits heading into the back half of the month.
Last updated: 9 Aug 2026
Rod’s Tips
Bass Strait freight can make or break the deal on large items. A vehicle ferry from Devonport to Melbourne typically costs $400–$700 for a car. Larger plant needs a ro-ro or flat-rack service. Get quotes before you bid.
Tasmanian estate sales often include genuinely old pieces. Long family ownership cycles mean colonial and early federation furniture, silver, and art comes to market less worn than mainland equivalents.
Agricultural auctions follow the seasonal calendar. Spring and autumn are peak periods for farm equipment and livestock-related lots. Timing your search around these periods can surface better quality.
Local knowledge matters. Tasmanian buyers often know provenance and history. If you’re buying from the mainland, do your research on the seller and the lot before committing.
Pickles
Pickles Auctions Hobart is the major vehicle and equipment auctioneer in Tasmania, running regular sales from their Hobart facility.
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Tasmanian Gov & Other Vehicle Auction
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This is a classic government lease disposal, which usually means one thing: full service history and no nonsense. The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander ES and 2022 Subaru Outback AWD are likely to draw the family crowd, but the value could sit with the 2022 Toyota RAV4 GX and the 2022 Hyundai Tucson, both solid sellers with plenty of life left.
The 2023 Toyota Landcruiser Prado GX is the headline act if you want something with serious resale legs. For tradies, the 2022 Toyota Hilux SR and the 2023 Ford Ranger XL are the ones to check out, and the 2022 Kia Carnival S is a smart pick if you’re moving a crew around without paying people-mover money.
Pickles has the yard at Sunderland Street in Moonah. Get down there for a pre-bid inspection, because ex-gov cars are usually priced to move but the good ones don’t linger. Bidding closes on August 11, so give yourself a window to check the condition reports online before you commit.
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Hobart Salvage Vehicles
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The standout here is the 2023 Ford Ranger XL, a late-model ute that would normally fetch serious money even as a repairable write-off. Also worth a look is the 2022 LDV Deliver 9 MWB, a commercial van with plenty of life left for a tradie or courier willing to put in the work. For something lighter, the 2012 Toyota Corolla Conquest and the 2013 Corolla Ascent Sport are solid bets for a cheap fix-up, while the 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport TD4 offers a premium option if the damage is cosmetic.
Pickles has listed this as a Hobart salvage sale, and the range covers Japanese, Korean, and Aussie metal across sedans, SUVs, utes, and vans. The 2006 Nissan Pathfinder and 2004 Toyota Camry Altise are likely to attract parts buyers, while the 2014 Corolla Ascent and 2008 Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R could be good projects for a home mechanic. Check the photos carefully for damage severity, and factor in tow costs if you’re not local. Bidding closes on 18 August, so get your inspections done early.
Slattery Auctions
Slattery Auctions does not operate a dedicated Tasmanian facility – online bidding is available on all their mainland sales.
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Tasmania Earthmoving Equipment Auction
Tasmania Earthmoving Equipment Auction
Manheim
Manheim does not operate in Tasmania. Tasmanian buyers seeking automotive auction stock can access their online listings.
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