Must-see shopping in Australia & Pacific

  • Mt Stirling Olives

    Brisbane & Around

    From the 3500-plus olive trees on their estate, Jim Miller and wife Vivienne Quinn produce velvety, cold-pressed olive oil used by many of the region's…

  • Alpha60

    Melbourne

    Melbourne has a reputation for top-notch retail spaces, but this place is just showing off. Alpha60's signature store is hidden within the Hogwartsian…

  • Gewürzhaus

    Melbourne

    Set up by two enterprising young German women, this shop is a cook's dream with its displays of spices from around the world, including Indigenous…

  • Where the Wild Things Are

    Brisbane

    Little sister to Avid Reader next door, Where the Wild Things Are stocks a whimsical collection of books for toddlers, older kids and teens. The bookshop…

  • Davies Park Market

    Brisbane

    Shaded by huge Moreton Bay fig trees, this popular, atmospheric market heaves with fresh produce, not to mention a gut-rumbling booty of multicultural…

  • Eden Smokehouse

    South Coast NSW

    A woody aroma envelops you even before you step inside the shop adjoining Eden Smokehouse. For sale is every imaginable variety of wood-smoked fish and…

  • Empire Revival

    Brisbane

    Built in 1929, this heritage-listed Paddington theatre is now a sprawling antiques emporium. Dive in for all manner of nostalgia, from flouncy English…

  • Greville Records

    Melbourne

    One of the last bastions of the ‘old’ Greville St, this banging music shop from 1979 has such a loyal following that Neil Young invited the owners on…

  • Derringers Music

    Adelaide

    If you’re into guitars, point your plectrum towards Derringers, 3km south of the city in funky Forestville – a compact cave-of-wonders hung with gorgeous…

  • Berkelouw Books

    Sunshine Coast

    Berkelouw is a bibliophile's dream, packed with fascinating new, secondhand and rare books spanning a dizzying number of genres, including politics,…

  • Rich Glen Olive Oil

    Victoria

    This family-owned olive grove estate sells more than 150 products – from oils and dressings to male grooming products – all made using Rich Glen's own…

  • Heavenly Chocolate

    Brisbane & Around

    You'll find no shortage of cocoa treats at this cute little outfit, complete with farm animals, tranquil garden seating and three overnight cottages…

  • The Beehive

    Tasmania

    Decorated with an etched mural featuring a rainforest scene, a woven skep hive, a traditional square hive and a natural tree hive, this shop celebrates…

  • Jan Powers Farmers Market

    Brisbane

    Hankering for some purple heirloom carrots or blue bananas? The chances are you'll find them at this abundant, appetite-piquing farmers market. Grab a…

  • Shelley Panton Store

    Melbourne

    Potter Shelley Panton set up this gorgeous concept store, which stocks her minimalist tableware alongside other local designers' work and goods from…

  • Crumpler

    Melbourne

    Next time you're on a Melbourne tram take a look around and count the shoulder bags and backpacks with the distinctive Crumpler stick-man logo. This local…

  • Title

    Surry Hills & Darlinghurst

    Focusing on distinct pop-cultural streams, seemingly determined at random (but probably at the owner’s whim – very High Fidelity), this offbeat little…

  • Sun & Company

    Brisbane

    Ethically minded, pocket-sized Sun & Company showcases small-batch, locally made gifts and homewares. Expect an eclectic edit spanning anything from…

  • Rip Curl

    Sydney

    The quintessential Aussie surf shop, Rip Curl began down south in Victoria, but drops in here perfectly overlooking the Bondi shore breaks. Beyond huge…

  • Readings

    Melbourne

    This defiantly prospering indie bookshop has a ground-floor branch at the State Library with a dangerously loaded bargains table, switched-on staff and…

  • Embella

    Darwin

    All manner of creative jewellery (especially silver and precious stones) and classy women's summer fashions are on offer at this city centre store. They…

  • Bangalow Pharmacy

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    If you just stumbled in here wanting Aspirin or to make up a prescription, you'll be gobsmacked at the extraordinary range of skincare, perfumes and home…

  • Made in Japan

    Melbourne

    This flagship store is in a restored theatre. The ceramics, favoured by many Australian restaurants, are purchased direct from makers. Affordable plates…

  • Spell & the Gypsy Collective

    Byron Bay

    A locally grown business that’s hit the big time (like 1 million Instagram lovers), this fashion empire’s floaty patterned dresses are seen all over Byron…

  • Melita Honey Farm

    Tasmania

    Get your fingers sticky while enjoying free tastings of the 50-plus different types of honey on sale at this shop in Chudleigh, 6.6km east of Mole Creek…

  • Kirribilli Markets

    Sydney

    Kirribilli's general market (7am to 3pm, 4th Saturday of the month) offers exotic foods and lively harbourside hubbub, and sells everything from vintage…

  • My Local Feast Farmers Market

    Brisbane & Around

    While this market may not be especially big, its 20 or so stalls do offer some good regional products, from seasonal fruit and veggies, to herbs, cheeses…

  • Nimbin Candle Factory

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    Around for almost 30 years, this working candle factory sells hand-dipped paraffin candles shaped like marijuana leaves, rainbow pyramids, wizards and…

  • Stillwater Providore

    Launceston

    In the loft above Stillwater Restaurant at Ritchie’s Flour Mill you’ll find this excellent repository of good things for the home, kitchen, stomach and…

  • Archives Fine Books

    Brisbane

    Rickety bookshelves and squeaky floorboards set a nostalgic scene at this sprawling repository of pre-loved pages. While the true number of books on offer…

  • Oscar Hunt Tailors

    Melbourne

    Make like a gentleman in this tailoring showroom and workshop, where you can have a suit designed, pick up ties, pocket squares and alpaca scarves, and…

  • Night Markets

    Cairns

    Head here if your supply of shark-bite T-shirts is running low, or you need your name engraved on a grain of rice. It's souvenir city, but worth a stroll…

  • Signed & Numbered

    Melbourne

    Art at its democratic best, Signed & Numbered deals in affordable, limited-edition prints from more than 60 local and international artists, both emerging…

  • Nest

    Melbourne

    In a soothing, light-filled space, Nest stocks a gorgeous range of homewares and gifts, from 100%-linen bedding to soy candles, Aesop skincare and a range…

  • Whitsundays Provisions

    The Whitsundays

    Delivers fresh provisions around Airlie Beach, to various island resorts, including Long Island's self-catering Palm Bay Resort, and to bareboat charter…

  • Sutton's Juice Factory

    Brisbane & Around

    Frankly, the famous apple pie at Sutton's is a little overrated, not to mention overpriced (slice $14.50). That said, it's worth a visit for its excellent…

  • Sun Bookshop

    Melbourne

    Perfectly located off the foyer of the Sun Theatre, this wonderful little bookshop has the kind of passionate staff that can recommend a tome to suit any…

  • Original & Authentic Aboriginal Art

    Melbourne

    For more than 20 years this centrally located gallery has sourced traditional and contemporary Indigenous art from the Central and Western Deserts, the…

  • Coventry Bookstore

    Melbourne

    Despite its modest size, this independent trader packs a punch. Lose track of time while leafing through local and international fiction and biographies,…

  • Blackball Salami Company Ltd

    The West Coast

    Take time to sample Blackball's namesake salami, beloved up and down the West Coast. The garlic and peppercorn varieties have a kick, the venison version…

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