Jaffle maker, leaf blower and autographed Lionel Messi photo: what travellers left behind at Sydney airport

Sydney airport is auctioning more than 2,500 unclaimed items, including a wedding dress and laptops

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A jaffle maker, a leaf blower and a Darth Vader helmet are just some of the items left behind by passengers at Sydney airport that are up for auction in the airport’s annual charity event.

Millions of passengers pass through Sydney airport each month, and sometimes items go missing. Those left unclaimed are donated to local charities or sold at auction, with the proceeds going to charity.

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