Inside This Week’s Unclaimed Goods Auction Market – 4 Upcoming Sales inc Unclaimed Freight, Storage Finds & Lost Post Parcels

This is the classic "see what’s in the box" auction, where the appeal is in the variety rather than any single big-ticket item. The lot list runs to 12-plus entries, covering practical consumables like World’s Best Cat Litter (multiple cat, unscented) and salad prep containers, alongside more niche finds such as clear heels in EUR38 and a pair of large tins measuring roughly 800mm x 420mm. There’s also a storage rack with a wood finish and plant pot, plus three cosmetic bags and an infant car seat accessory lot, so it’s a genuine lucky dip for resellers or anyone kitting out a home, office, or small business.

Buyers should note the quantities are loose in places, particularly the planter pots (qty unknown) and the tins (qty x2), so factor in some guesswork if you’re bidding blind. The safety shoes in size 48 are a decent get if they fit, and the toner cartridges are the sort of thing that moves fast on resale. With no set order or theme, the strategy is simple: pick your lot, set your limit, and don’t get carried away on the unknowns. Lloyds runs this as a standard timed online auction, so check the close time for each individual lot, as they can stagger.

This is classic Lloyds territory, a multi-lot online auction pulling together bits and pieces that never made it to their intended owners. Expect the usual spread across vehicles, jewellery, collectables, and plant equipment, but the current lot list leans heavily into practical household and small-business gear.

Standouts include the Jumpflex trampoline net and pole sleeve upgrade, a useful spare or replacement part if you already own the frame. The Rapidline Corner Desk (Model CCW96 C/I) is a solid option for a home office, and the Elegant pink upholstered accent chair could be a quick flip or a cheap addition to a rental. There’s also a bulk lot of 200 PET clear plastic cans at 500ml each, handy for a small producer or event organiser, plus assorted StrataGreen sizes and a run of cardboard packaging boxes.

Don’t overlook the smaller lots either. The Nespresso festive gifting cotton pouches, a ladies’ shoe bundle from Anko and French, and the GOA LIANBAO lot are the kind of low-dollar items that add up if you’re flipping. Bidding closes 12 August, so check the full catalogue and sort your bids before the deadline.

This is the kind of sale where you need to read the room, because the lots are all over the shop. Abbey Auctions runs these on a regular cycle, pulling together unclaimed freight, old shop stock, and goods from estate clearances across Melbourne’s east. For the buyer, that means a grab bag of stuff that hasn’t been cherry-picked by dealers yet, which is exactly where the value sits.

The furniture is the backbone here. Look for older Australian-made pieces, solid timber sideboards, wardrobes, and dining tables that are heavy enough to matter. You’ll also see a fair bit of bric-a-brac: glassware, ceramics, lamps, and the occasional piece of art that someone’s nan held onto for decades. Retail stock can turn up too, often new-old-stock odds and ends that didn’t sell through normal channels.

Pickup is from the Highbury Road depot in Burwood, and there’s no in-person viewing, so you’re bidding on photos and descriptions alone. That’s a risk, but it keeps the competition honest. Check the condition notes carefully, factor in the drive and the loading time, and you can walk away with a full trailer for less than the cost of one new piece from a High Street shop. If you’re after cheap, solid furniture or stock to flip, this one’s worth a look.

This isn’t your average op-shop rummage. The lot list reads like a boutique clearance rack, with sizes ranging from 6 to 14 and plenty of wearable, current-season labels. Standouts include the Acler Octavia mini dress (size 14), the Aje denim dress (size 8), and a strapless Acler evening gown in a size 6, which could clean up for a formal occasion on a budget. The Henne pinstripe suit, with an XS/S blazer and size 10 skirt, is a sharp pick for workwear, while the Unreal Fur faux fur jacket (size S) adds a bit of texture to the mix.

Theodore Bruce has been at it since 1878, so the process is well-oiled, but this catalogue leans heavily toward fashion and collectables rather than the usual tools or machinery. With 12+ lots and a close date of 15 August 2026, you’ve got time to sort through the sizes and decide if anything fits, literally. Check the condition notes on each lot before bidding, as unclaimed goods can show wear from transit or storage. If you’re chasing a label at a fraction of retail, this is a solid one to watch.