Auction Paddles
Auction paddles from Gigantic Signs are numbered handheld boards used at Adelaide charity auctions, livestock sales, fundraisers and property auctions. Each paddle carries a bold, legible number so an auctioneer can identify a bidder at a glance across the room, printed on a lightweight board that's easy to hold and raise.
Verified facts
| Fact | Value | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indicative price at 600x900 mm | $8.94 | ssq-from-prices-2026-09-17 | 2026-09-17 |
| Indicative price at 900x1200 mm | $17.88 | ssq-from-prices-2026-09-17 | 2026-09-17 |
| Indicative price at 1200x1800 mm | $35.77 | ssq-from-prices-2026-09-17 | 2026-09-17 |
| Indicative price at 1200x2400 mm | $47.69 | ssq-from-prices-2026-09-17 | 2026-09-17 |
| Indicative price at 2000x1000 mm | $33.12 | ssq-from-prices-2026-09-17 | 2026-09-17 |
From-prices by size
| Size (mm) | Area (m2) | From-price (AUD ex GST) |
|---|---|---|
| 600x900 | 0.54 | $8.94 |
| 900x1200 | 1.08 | $17.88 |
| 1200x1800 | 2.16 | $35.77 |
| 1200x2400 | 2.88 | $47.69 |
| 2000x1000 | 2.00 | $33.12 |
From-prices are the online store volume rate, ex GST, as at 17 September 2026. Your exact size, quantity and options are priced live on the product page.
Specifications
| Name | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Substrate | Corflute or foam board, numbered handheld paddle | |
| Application | Charity auctions, livestock sales, fundraisers, property auctions | |
| Bold, legible bidder number, single sided | ||
| Priced reference area | $16.56 ex GST per m2 | |
| Panel thickness | 3 mm or 5 mm (corflute); 3 mm to 30 mm (Foam PVC) | |
| Outdoor life | 6 to 24 months | |
| Standard sizes | 300x300 mm, 600x600 mm, 600x900 mm, 900x1200 mm, 1200x2400 mm | |
| Minimum order | 1 unit |
Materials
- Corflute (fluted polypropylene) or foam board, 3 mm or 5 mm (corflute) or 3 mm to 30 mm (Foam PVC)
Mounting
- handheld
Where it is used
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Typical lifespan 6 to 24 months.
Lead time
within 1 business day of artwork approval
FAQ
What are auction paddles used for?
Auction paddles are numbered handheld boards used at charity auctions, livestock sales, fundraisers and property auctions, so an auctioneer can identify a bidder at a glance across the room.
Are auction paddle numbers easy to read from a distance?
Yes, auction paddles print a bold, legible bidder number on a lightweight board, sized and weighted so the number reads clearly when raised across a room or sale yard.
Can auction paddles be used outdoors at a livestock sale?
Yes, auction paddles print on corflute or foam board suited to both indoor charity events and outdoor livestock sale yards.
Additional questions and answers
- What do auction paddles from Gigantic Signs cost?
- Auction paddles from Gigantic Signs start from $16.56 ex GST per square metre, as at 17 September 2026, priced by the Gigantic Signs online store pricing engine on the Gigantic Signs store.
- What are Gigantic Signs' auction paddles printed on?
- Gigantic Signs prints auction paddles on corflute or foam board with a bold bidder number, used at charity auctions, livestock sales and property auctions, as at 2026-09-24.
- Why do auctioneers use numbered paddles rather than calling out names?
- A numbered Gigantic Signs auction paddle lets an auctioneer identify a bidder at a glance across the room, faster and more reliably than calling out names during a fast-moving sale, as at 2026-09-24.