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General Goods Auction 2.9.25 TU132849
- Aug 28 @ 6:00pm NZST (Start)
- Sep 2 @ 6:00pm NZST (End)
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Kids’ electric rides, housewares, beauty & health gear, pet must-haves, computing tech, DIY tools—and heaps more.
Clothing Auction 3.9.25 TU132832
- Aug 28 @ 6:00pm NZST (Start)
- Sep 3 @ 6:00pm NZST (End)
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Bid in on our online clothing deparment store! Plenty more to load in the following catagories. From Lot 1 - Mainly Maternity From Lot 290 - Fantastic Female Fashions From Lot 373 - Safety & Warehouse Workwear From Lot 533 - Mens Suits,Formal & General Fashions Join us for our fantastic fabric fiesta with suits and dresses for the ball season, footwear for both the young and old, ties, winter lines, summer run-out favourites, and much more! Every day labels to designer brands—all for bargain bidding. Register & Bid Now! VIEWING THURSDAY / FRIDAY & WE'RE OPENING THE SHOWROOM FOR A ONE OFF WEDNESDAY TOO!
Police & Others Auction 4.9.2025 TH132853
- Aug 29 @ 5:00pm NZST (Start)
- Sep 4 @ 6:00pm NZST (End)
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A few tempting tasters have been load with WAYYYYY more to come! Join us in our bi-monthly Police & Others Auction! There's always loads of tech, plenty of jewellery, toys, tools, clothing, and more. Register now, and we'll send you a message once it's 100% live! Viewing is at our auction house and available on the day of the auction (Thursday).
Hospitality, Whiteware & Damaged Freight Auction 5.9.25 TH132739
- Aug 29 @ 5:00pm NZST (Start)
- Sep 5 @ 11:00am NZST (End)
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Clearance Auction – Must Be Sold! A wide range of domestic and commercial kitchen whiteware and appliances, plus assorted furniture, including café, bathroom, and household pieces. Also available: damaged freight lots featuring building supplies and DIY essentials—from Kaboodle cabinetry to fasteners and fittings. Everything must go! On-Site Viewing Available Visit our auction rooms at 50 Fairfax Ave, Penrose, for an in-person viewing Thursday and Friday (the day of the auction). On-site viewing is highly recommended ahead of auction close—don’t miss your chance to inspect these varied and valuable lots.
Damaged Freight Auction 11.9.25 TH132854
- Sep 5 @ 5:00pm NZST (Start)
- Sep 11 @ 6:00pm NZST (End)
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In life sometimes things go wrong. Some packaging gets ripped, an item is dropped, or something gets wet, marked, scratched, dented, or just written off. Welcome to our damaged freight auction! Bathroom vanities, Kaboodle, food goods, commercial goods, electronics—many as new, some second goods—plenty of bargains! All need to be cleared. On-site viewing at our auction rooms at 50 Fairfax Ave, Penrose, on the day the auction closes. Auction lots staggered close from 6pm on the auction day. Online bidding only, available via our app or website - www.thornons.net.nz.
Eclectic & Collectable Unit Clearance Auction 15.9.25 MO132617
- Aug 29 @ 5:00pm NZST (Start)
- Sep 15 @ 11:00am NZST (End)
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Treasure Hunt Alert! Get ready to uncover hidden gems from a workshop storage unit in Ellerslie! Live pre-bidding is open now for this will be a closed outcry auction on Monday, September 15th from 11am. From water sports gear and vintage metal cars to audio equipment, furniture, and unexpected collectables—this auction is packed with surprises. Curated from a workshop with stories to tell. Stay tuned for full details, and make sure you're registered so you don’t miss your chance to bid on something truly unique. Viewing Location and Details: Onsite viewing is from the site: 132 Marua Road, Ellerslie: 9.00am - 11.00am. Collection available only for the 3 days after the auction closes. ** Look for the auction flags **
General Goods Auction 16.9.25 TU132859
- Sep 10 @ 5:00pm NZST (Start)
- Sep 16 @ 6:00pm NZST (End)
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General Goods Auction – Must-Clear Stock! New & used products up for grabs: food & beverages, toys, trinkets, household items, whiteware, DIY gear and loads more. Everything must go—don’t miss out!
Police & Others Auction 18.9.2025 TH132860
- Sep 11 @ 5:00pm NZST (Start)
- Sep 18 @ 6:00pm NZST (End)
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Police & Others Auction Tech, jewellery, toys, tools, clothing—always a massive mix and plenty to bid on. Register now and we’ll ping you the moment it goes live. Viewing at our auction house on Thursdays and Fridays (Once the auction is loaded and liv
Movie Set Shutdown Auction 22.09.25 MO132617
- Aug 26 @ 6:00pm NZST (Start)
- Sep 22 @ 11:00am NZST (End)
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Authenticity Meets Impact—No Ordinary Auction This auction isn't just props! Step into the aftermath of high-octane destruction with this exclusive asset auction featuring props, gear, and set pieces straight from this recently wrapped NZ-filmed international blockbuster movie. !! Standout Feature: A Full-Scale Helicopter !! In addition to household items, the auction includes standout assets such as a genuine helicopter—an extraordinary opportunity for collectors or aviation enthusiasts. With everything from rugged props to refined furnishings, this auction brings together the practical and the cinematic. Whether you're furnishing a space or curating a collection, these pieces offer a rare blend of functionality and screen-used authenticity. Register now so you don’t miss your chance to own a piece of production history that’s as versatile as it is memorable.