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Mullumbimby showground will host a ‘trash and treasure’ market this Sunday, October 20 from 8am to 1pm.

Organiser Peter Barr says he wants people to bring along whatever they have to sell, from furniture to building materials – basically anything that can be reused or recycled from either a car boot or stall.

‘If you need to clear out the garage or have an eye for a vintage bargain this is your event,’ said Peter.

‘The CWA will be there with a cake stall, there will be a coffee cart and I have about 15 stall holders who have committed to come along. Stalls are $20 or $10 for kids and proceeds will go to Save Wallum.

‘If any sports clubs want to have a stall to raise money then they can have that for free. I’d like to see this turn into a regular event for Mullum.’

Need a hand?

If you have some stuff to sell but need a hand getting it there Peter says just give him a call on 0488 297 768 and he’ll help you transport it in his truck and trailer at no cost to you.

Music by The OCD’s (The Old Cool Dudes) will keep everyone entertained throughout the morning while you turn your trash into dollars or browse to your heart’s content and discover what’s been missing in your life.



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