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Sydney Airport’s Lost Property Auction Returns: Bid on Forgotten Treasures From Just $10

Time to grab a bargain.

By Sarah Noonan PUBLISHED 4 June 2025

Image: Sydney Airport Lost Property Auction. Hayden Buchanan

Sydney Airport’s much-anticipated Lost Property Auction is back for 2025, offering over 2,000 unclaimed items left behind by travelers.

From tech gadgets to designer accessories, this online auction presents a unique opportunity to snag remarkable finds while supporting a worthy cause.

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What’s Up for Grabs?

The auction features an eclectic mix of items, including:

250 laptops
200 headphones
60 Kindles
80 handbags and wallets
50 cameras
Over 400 pieces of jewelry and watches
Unopened perfumes and bottles of wine
Unique items like a giant teddy bear, a violin, and even a CPAP machine

Bidding starts at just $10, making it accessible for bargain hunters and treasure seekers alike.

Proceeds from the auction will fund free swimming lessons and water safety programs for local families through the Inner West Council Aquatics team. This initiative aims to provide essential skills to children who might otherwise miss out due to financial constraints. Since 2013, Sydney Airport’s Lost Property Auctions have raised over $1.9 million for community and charity initiatives.

Auction Details

The auction is conducted online by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers and Valuers, with different categories closing on successive days:

Tech & Gaming: Closes 9 June at 11:00 AM
Jewellery & Watches: Closes 10 June at 11:00 AM
Clothes & Shoes: Closes 11 June at 11:00 AM
Sunglasses, Bags & Accessories: Closes 11 June at 2:00 PM
Beauty, Alcohol & Home: Closes 12 June at 11:00 AM

Interested bidders can register and participate through the Theodore Bruce Auctions website.

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