Saturday, 13th June Richmond Ave is our next event!

And then two weeks on the 27th June, 9 till 1 PM at the Timebank Community Garden - 250 Spa Road, Taupō

Got a garage, shed, cupboard, spare room, or car boot full of good stuff that still has plenty of life left in it?

The Garden Exchange and Community Marketplace is your chance to clear it out, make a bit of money, swap what you no longer need, and help keep useful things circulating in the community.

This is not your usual market. It is built around reuse, practicality, community connection, and giving good things a second, third, or even fourth life. It is a place for surplus produce, secondhand goods, repaired items, recycled finds, repurposed treasures, and well-made upcycled pieces. It is about passing things on, reducing waste, and making it easier for people to buy, sell, and swap locally.

If you have ever thought, “I should really do a garage sale one day,” this is a much easier option.

Instead of advertising your home, waiting around all day, dealing with no-shows, or going back and forth online with endless messages, you can simply book a stand, bring your items, set up your space, and let people come to you in a friendly market atmosphere.

It is a great fit for:

people having a clear-out at home
gardeners with extra produce to swap or sell
families wanting to rehome quality secondhand items
makers working with recycled or upcycled materials
repairers and repurposers
schools, clubs, and community groups wanting a simple fundraising option
Anyone who loves the idea of affordable local market days with a strong community feel

What makes this market different is the heart behind it.

We are creating a local alternative to brand-new retail-focused markets. The emphasis here is on reuse, resourcefulness, affordability, and connection. Good things should not end up in landfill just because someone no longer needs them. This market gives those items another chance to be useful and appreciated by someone else.

So whether you have household goods, garden bits, tools, books, clothing, plants, produce, upcycled items, vintage finds, or a great mix of practical secondhand treasures, there is room for you here.

Why book a stand?

Because it is easier than running your own garage sale.
Because you do not need strangers turning up at your home.
Because you do not need to rely on Facebook Marketplace or Trade Me.
Because it is a great way to declutter with purpose.
Because your stall might be exactly what someone else has been hoping to find.
Because it is local, affordable, and community-minded.

This is also a fantastic option for clubs, schools, and community groups looking to raise funds. Gather together donations, sort out your sellable items, and turn them into a practical fundraiser in a setting where people are already coming to browse, buy, and connect.

Stalls can suit a range of set-ups depending on the venue, whether that is a table, mat, rack, gazebo-style space, or car boot-style arrangement. The key is simple: bring along items that fit the spirit of the market and create a stall that is tidy, welcoming, and easy for people to browse.

If it is surplus, secondhand, repaired, repurposed, rescued, homegrown, or thoughtfully upcycled, it will probably fit right in.

So whether you are keen to sell, swap, fundraise, declutter, or simply be part of something good for the community, we would love to have you involved.

Come to shop, come to swap, or come to sell.

Book your stand here: Link
Questions: taupō@communitymarkets.nz or phone: 022 319b 0092
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Spaces are limited, so pre-booking is strongly recommended - (Pre Booked Sites have first option on available internal space on rainy days)

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