Ex-Military Auctions FAQs

Yes, anyone can bid on an ex-Military item. We recommend signing up to the ex-Military newsletter to get notified of auctions each month.

Thurgoona: Yes, trucks, trailers and vehicles can be viewed Monday and Tuesday (8am–3pm) in the week of the auction.

Viewing of General Goods is not available.

Pickles branches: Items located at Pickles branches can be inspected by appointment only - email info@pickles.com.au for more information.

Payment for ex‑Military purchases is required in full within 48 hours of the sale ending.

Full payment must be received before you can collect your purchase.

Pickles branches: Present the zero‑balance invoice on collection and collect within 3 business days. If you can’t collect in that timeframe, email info@pickles.com.au with your Client ID, when you can collect and the item number.

Thurgoona: Collection is available Monday to Wednesday (8am–3pm) after the sale concludes.

No, Pickles does not organise or arrange transport for ex‑Military items from Thurgoona. Transport is the responsibility of the buyer.

Suggested providers include Freight Match (1300 419 825) and Nationwide Truck It.

This means there is no key or door locks on the item.

Ex‑Military auctions run monthly and last for 6 days.

Yes, with an unregistered vehicle permit.

No. Items cannot be stored on site and must be collected in the allocated timeslot.

No. Due to the vendor’s audit process, all items must be sold at auction.

All ex-Military items are unreserved.