Where should I sell second-hand sports equipment in Australia?
Facebook Marketplace is the best channel for bulky sports equipment — bikes, kayaks, gym gear, surfboards. Buyers are local and pickup eliminates shipping complexity. eBay works for smaller items like cleats, golf clubs, or racquets. Gumtree still holds market share in sporting goods. Specialist Facebook groups (e.g., 'Bikes for Sale Sydney') often move items faster than general marketplaces. Always include dimensions and weight for shipping-eligible items.
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Key things to know for Australian sellers
Australian online selling has its own quirks: GST registration thresholds, Australia Post rate structures, and platform-specific buyer behaviour differ from the US and UK advice you'll find most readily online. Checking ATO guidance directly and using the Australia Post postage calculator for accurate quotes are good starting points.
Using multiple platforms together
Most successful Australian resellers end up selling across at least two platforms. The marginal effort to list on a second platform is much lower if you already have photos and a description, and reaching two different buyer pools meaningfully increases your chances of a sale.
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