Overview

• Theodore Bruce Auctioneers launched the online sale on June 2, offering thousands of unclaimed items left by travellers this year.
• Lots include tech gadgets, jewellery, clothing and oddities from surfboards to vacuum cleaners, with bids starting at $10 and closing at staggered times next week.
• Early excitement has seen boxed Apple AirPods Pro fetch $200 and an 18ct gold bracelet reach $600 amid competing bids.
• Sydney Airport’s initial $100,000 contribution will cover about 4,000 lessons and auction proceeds will fund additional swimming and water safety programs.
• Any unsold items by auction end will be donated to other charities or held for the 2026 airport auction.