Coffs Harbour’s curious things on eBay - see what we found

The online bounty was unfortunately devoid of jousting sticks but there were plenty of other amazing Coffs mementos and keepsakes to fill a pool room. See the list.

Pineapples that promote the Big Banana are among the Coffs Harbour-themed items available for purchase online.

In the cult Australian comedy movie The Castle, Darryl Kerrigan quipped “tell ‘em he’s dreaming” when his son noted jousting sticks were advertised at $450 in the Trading Post.

That film came out 25 years ago, and roll forward to 2022 and people are still trying to flog all manner of things, though these days mostly through online platforms.

We took a deep dive into eBay and found there was a host of curious items from Coffs Harbour just waiting to find a buyer.

Clog Barn 1980s souvenir spoon

Stir the memories.

$19.95.

1965 Vintage Ballroom Dancing Sash Award, second place

Dancing Queen.

From the Coffs Harbour Dance Festival. “Good condition. Some marks consistent with the age of the sash”. $19.99.

Coffs Harbour Big Banana tea towel

Vintage 1980/90s unused pure linen. “Perfect condition. Is new and has not been washed. No label stickers.” $32.

Pelican Beach Travelodge Resort matchbox

Heads up on history.

“International Buyers Please Note: Flattened Outer Cover Only - Matches & Tray will be removed.” $4.95.

Coffs Harbour High School lapel badge

Old school.

Used. $40.

1988 Coffs Harbour calendar

First year as a city, includes letter from mayor. $40.

Coffs Harbour Lager beer coaster

Geelong Brewery issue. $2.50.

Coffs Harbour Rugby Union Club member badge

Ruck ‘n maul.

Used. $40.

Country Records Greatest - Coffs Harbour

A first pressing released in Australia in 1982 by Country Records, Box 338, Coffs Harbour, 2450. The record is in as new unplayed condition & is graded mint. $99.

Royal Stafford Souvenir plate - Coffs Harbour

Glass case worthy.

Circa 1950s. Very good condition. Minor wear to gilding, no chips or cracks. Markings on back - Royal Stafford, Bone China, Made in England. $20 starting bid.

Big Banana Coffs Harbour vintage ashtray

Cough’s Harbour.

Retro ashtray melted beer bottle stubby. $15.

Coffs Harbour Yachting trophy

Impressive for the desk.

Glass paperweight. Used. $40.

The Australian Angler’s Fishing World magazine, Coffs Harbour article

Wonder how things have changed.

January 1979 issue. $25.

New Fitzroy Hotel, Coffs Harbour - 1954 advertisement

Used. “Good. Discolouration and wear commensurate with age.” $16.50.

Vintage Coffs Harbour money box

Conversation starter.

Souvenir wooden telephone money box made in Japan. $20 starting bid.

Coffs Harbour Volume 1 pre-1880 to 1945

By Neil Yates. Book in very good condition. $45.

Coffs Harbour luggage car sticker

Rare retro 1960-70-vintage. Condition new. $15 starting bid.

First day cover, postmarked Coffs Harbour

When stamps were this much.

18 cent stamp. 75th Anniversary of Nationhood 1976. $2.45.

Coffs Harbour Comets Group 2 football jersey

Rep jersey.

CRL player issue rugby league jersey XL. Pre-owned. $89.99 starting bid.

Coffs Harbour Eisteddfod Society Medal

Singing and dancing shoes.

Vintage. Used. $10.49.

Big Banana salt and pepper shakers

Retro. Japan, 8cm. Used. $14.

Coffs Harbour Rifle Club badge

Very royal.

Scarce. Used. $15.

Community Profile of Coffs Harbour Shire

Oh how we’ve changed.

1985. Very good condition. $24.99.

Coffs Harbour Tourist Dollar by Stokes

Talking point right here.

47mm hard round case/Capital of Banana. $11 starting bid.

Early View of The Harbour Coffs Harbour Jetty vase

Vintage souvenir. Used. $145.

Coffs Harbour (A) registration label

“I will combine postage. The item in the photo is the one you will receive.” $2.50 starting bid.

Coffs Harbour pocket knife

Always handy.

Vintage souvenir. Used. $145.

Park Beach postcard

Memories from Park Beach.

1990. 43 cent rate. $6.50 current bid.

The Advocate cookbook

Tried and true.

Over 400 recipes from residents of Coffs Harbour & local regions. “58-page soft cover used good condition.” $13.

Snipit Hair Salon Coffs Harbour matchbook

Used. “International Buyers Please Note: Flattened Outer Cover Only - Matches will be removed.” $4.95.