Plenty to bid on this week — or perhaps even buy a business.
CEDA Drycleaners, Māngere Bridge (now in liquidation), is calling for expressions of interest to acquire the business and all associated assets. If this opportunity sounds like you, get in touch with Scott at Thornton Auctions — full details below.
It’s Police Auction Week, and we’re live now with over 450 lots, ranging from jewellery right through to a tipper trailer.
Our Select Auction is just one week away. Pre‑bidding and online viewing are open now. We only run a handful of these auctions each year, so don’t miss the chance to secure some truly wonderful pieces.
Also, just gone live is our "Sofas and More" flatpack furniture auction.
And still to come: tools, damaged freight, and more!
Have a great week. The Thornton Auctions Team
— The Thornton Auctions Team
We sell cool stuff.
Thornton Auctions – Hours
Wednesday, 9:30am–4:30pm — Collections by booking only Thursday, 9:30am–4:30pm — Collections, auction viewings, and late‑night prepaid pickups available until 6pm (by appointment)
Friday, 9:30am–4:30pm — Collections &, auction viewings Saturday, 9:00am–12:00pm — Collections by booking only
Please note: To avoid storage charges, items must be collected within one week of the auction closing (unless otherwise advertised).
SALE OF ASSETS / BUSINESS AS A GOING CONCERN
Expressions of interest are sought in respect to the purchase of the company’s business and assets as a going concern. The business operates as a commercial laundry and dry cleaner from leased premises located in Mangere Bridge, Auckland. The majority of the current activity is providing regular services to hotels and motels, along with other well-established bulk customers.
It is a great owner-operated business with significant potential for growth through a more active focus on business development.
Annual turnover of circa $400k; and
Net profit in FY2025 (before shareholders' remuneration) of circa $150k
A beautifully eclectic mix where fine taste meets delightful surprise.
Expect statement furniture, collectible décor and art with real presence – from elegant mid-century dining tables and French-style leather chairs to sculptural lighting, ornate mirrors and carved wooden sideboards.
Art lovers will spot everything from Victorian and Georgian portraits to striking Orientalist scenes, Persian miniatures and modern abstract works.
It’s a curated wander through cultures and centuries of style, all in one auction.
Collectors are equally spoilt, with blue‑and‑white porcelain, silver‑plated tea services, chandeliers dripping in crystal, vintage coins and medals, jewellery, curios, and those wonderfully odd pieces you didn’t know you needed (camel pedestals, anyone?).
Whether you’re furnishing, collecting or simply hunting for something with a story, this Select Auction rewards curiosity — and bold bidding.
Browse online or via app now, choose your favourites, and bid with confidence.
