The National Pawnbrokers Association of Australia is holding its Pawnbrokers & Secondhand Dealers Expo in September 2026.

The Australian pawnbroking and secondhand industry encompasses a wide range of businesses, pawnbrokers, secondhand dealers, jewellery and gold buyers, bullion traders and luxury goods resellers – all involved in lending against, buying and reselling pre-owned goods.

Pawnbroking is often misunderstood. Far from being a fringe activity, it is one of the most tightly regulated retail sectors in the country, governed by state and territory Pawnbrokers and Secondhand Dealers legislation. Operators must hold a licence, pass a “fit and proper person” test, keep detailed transaction records, verify customer identity and report to police – protections that exist to keep both businesses and consumers safe.

For everyday Australians, the industry plays a practical role. Pawnbrokers provide fast, short-term loans secured against goods for people who may not have ready access to mainstream credit, while secondhand dealers give quality items a second life at affordable prices. It’s a sector that quietly supports both household budgets and the circular economy.

The Expo brings this community together in one place. Held on Friday 18 September 2026 at the Sharks Event Centre on the Gold Coast, it’s expected to draw more than 1,000 attendees across 35+ exhibitor booths, with two practical discussion panels – one on compliance, authentication and consumer trust, the other on growth, cashflow and customer connection. A line-up of industry speakers, headlined by celebrity pawnbroker Les Gold, rounds out a full day of networking and education.

Find PAS at Booth 22 on the day.

To find out more, visit the event page to see what else is in store on the day.

Register your attendance today.

Waste Expo Australia is the nation’s most comprehensive event for the waste, recycling, and resource recovery sector.

Across two days, the expo brings together policymakers, industry leaders, and technology providers to share expertise, explore challenges, and highlight practical solutions driving Australia’s clean energy and sustainability agenda. Visitors will have access to a free program of seminars led by experts, alongside an exhibition floor featuring the latest innovations in recycling, resource recovery, and circular economy practices. It’s a unique opportunity to connect with stakeholders across government, infrastructure, and industry who are shaping the future of sustainable resource management.

PAS invites you to join us in Melbourne from 28–29 October 2026 for this leading industry event. Visit us at Booth B122, where we will be showcasing the ASBpro Asbestos Analyser.

Explore what’s waiting for you at Waste Expo Australia this year through the Visitor Info page.

Register your interest in Waste Expo 2026 here