Must-see shopping in Australia & Pacific

  • Guild

    Dunedin

    This cooperative of Dunedin designers sells high-end fashion, jewellery and homewares made by its 12 members and special guests. You'll find bright and…

  • Basement Discs

    Melbourne

    In addition to a range of CD titles and vinyl across all genres, Basement Discs has regular in-store lunchtime performances by big-name touring and local…

  • Kaiwaka Cheese Shop

    Bay of Islands & Northland

    It's an unusual spot for a Dutch-style delicatessen, but the Kaiwaka Cheese Shop has long been an essential stop for travelling foodies seeking some…

  • Sax Fetish

    Surry Hills & Darlinghurst

    No, it’s not a bar for jazz obsessives, but rather a sexy, dark-hearted shop selling high-quality leather and rubber gear. All genders are catered for,…

  • Two Grey Elephants

    New South Wales

    Two friends started this kids' toys store in 2013 and it stands out because of the calibre of products on sale — everything from local-made creations to…

  • Cockatoo-Collins Studio

    Brisbane & Around

    Inspired by Minjeribah's nature, ancient culture and her family's own experiences, indigenous artist Delvene Cockatoo-Collins crafts handmade jewellery,…

  • Rākai Jade

    Rotorua

    Purchase off-the-shelf pounamu (greenstone/jade) pieces, or work with Rākai's on-site team of local Māori carvers to design and carve your own pendant or…

  • Simon Johnson

    Sydney

    Simon Johnson is the place to fill your high-class picnic hamper. You’ll find the tastiest olives, the creamiest French and Italian chocolates and the…

  • Brunswick Bound

    Melbourne

    In the middle of the action on Sydney Rd, Brunswick Bound is an indie bookstore that also sells vinyl, stationery and jewellery. Admire the counter built…

  • New Regent St

    Christchurch

    This pretty little stretch of pastel Spanish Mission–style shops was described as NZ's most beautiful street when it was completed in 1932. Fully restored…

  • Young Designers Market

    Brisbane

    Explore the work of up to 80 of the city's best emerging designers and artists, selling mostly women's fashion, accessories and jewellery, as well as art,…

  • Uggboot Lady

    Brisbane & Around

    From her humble roadside shop, British expat Marika McNichol keeps tootsies warm with her high-quality, double-faced sheepskin footwear for men, women and…

  • Mr Kitly

    Melbourne

    Head up the narrow stairs to a treasure trove of carefully curated homewares, indoor plants and accessories with a heavy Japanese influence. You'll covet…

  • Moore Wilson's

    Wellington

    A call-out to self-caterers: this positively swoon-inducing grocer is one of NZ's most committed supporters of independently produced and artisanal…

  • Rerun Records

    Adelaide

    Packed full of racks of records and dressed to the nines with rock posters, old copies of Rolling Stone, picture discs, vintage Elvis record sleeves and a…

  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre

    Cairns

    Atop Cairns Central Railway Station, you'll find the region's largest shopping mall. It boasts a large supermarket (open nightly to 10pm), Kmart and a…

  • Meleah Farrell Photography Gallery

    Southern WA

    Some 31km east of Denmark, Meleah Farrell is an unconventional photography artist who experiments with abstract images and transfers her photos onto stone…

  • Trio

    Melbourne

    This Middle Eastern bakery opened by refugees from the Syrian civil war sells tasty homemade pies and pastries, including a spinach and halloumi pie and…

  • Waiheke Wine Centre

    Waiheke Island

    Located in Oneroa's main street, this well-stocked and authoritative store features wine from all of Waiheke's vineyards, and is a good place to pick up…

  • Tomolly

    New South Wales

    Belinda previously had a store in trendy Millthorpe, but now it's all about Carcoar... and her gorgeous interiors and homeware store. The shop has been…

  • Collective Markets South Bank

    Brisbane

    South Bank's Collective Markets may draw the tourist hordes, but its modest sweep of stalls do sell some great items, most notably breezy summer frocks…

  • Better Read Than Dead

    Newtown & the Inner West

    This is our favourite Newtown bookshop, and not just because of the pithy name and the great selection of Lonely Planet titles. Nobody seems to mind if…

  • Aboriginal Bush Traders

    Darwin

    Inhabiting the fine old heritage building of Lyons Cottage, this is a fine not-for-profit collection of artworks, carvings, weaving, jewellery and a small…

  • Underground Market

    Wellington

    On Saturday mornings (and the occasional Sunday) the car park under Frank Kitts Park is filled with stalls selling interesting craft, artsy gifts, clothes…

  • Bondi Markets

    Sydney

    On Sundays, when the kids are at the beach, their school fills up with characters rummaging through tie-dyed secondhand clothes, original fashion, books,…

  • Kin Gallery

    Canberra

    This beautiful space is a gallery, shop and workshop all rolled into one. Browse beautiful jewellery from more than 60 Australian designers and find…

  • Harbourside Market

    Wellington

    Around 25,000 locals visit this market every Sunday, shopping for everything from a jar of raspberry jam to an heirloom carrot, paleo sourdough loaf,…

  • Dogstar

    Brisbane

    There's more than a touch of Japanese style evident at this home-grown women's boutique. Beautiful fabrics, sculptural elements and fine details feature…

  • Red Hill Wine Collective

    Victoria

    Owned by a 10th-generation member of the winemarking Portet family, this cellar door and wine shop represents boutique vineyards from across the Peninsula…

  • Malt Traders

    Brisbane

    The best little bottleshop in the CBD, these guys zoom-in on cognoscenti single-malt whiskies, organic cider, single-vineyard wines, craft beers and pre…

  • Maruku Arts

    Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

    Owned by about 20 Anangu communities from across central Australia (including the local Mutitjulu community), Maruku Arts sells paintings, hand-crafted…

  • Artbay Gallery

    Queenstown

    Occupying an attractive 1863-built Freemason's Hall on the lakefront, Artbay is always an interesting place to peruse, even if you don't have $10,000 to…

  • Colour Me Crazy

    The Whitsundays

    Styling itself 'The Jewel and Pressie Palace of ProsVegas' (non-Australians note: 'pressie' = present; 'ProsVegas' = Proserpine), Colour Me Crazy is an…

  • Otara Flea Market

    Auckland

    Held in the car park between the Manukau Polytech and the Ōtara town centre, this market has a palpable Polynesian atmosphere and is good for South…

  • Myer

    Melbourne

    The signature branch of Victoria's homegrown department-store chain is a heady nine-floor temple to consumerism. There's home entertainment at the top and…

  • David Jones

    Melbourne

    David Jones' vast and glamorous his-and-hers stores face off at each other across Bourke Street Mall. The women's store has women's fashion, accessories,…

  • Howl & Moan Records

    Byron Bay

    Byron's only record shop comes stocked with a well-curated selection of vinyl, is staffed by passionate music fans and also doubles as a live-music venue…

  • Mud

    Sydney

    The small flagship shop of this Sydney ceramics brand whose single-colour creations have achieved notable worldwide success is a sweet place. You can even…

  • Pinot Shop

    Launceston

    The future of Tasmanian wine may be sparkling whites, but pinot noir is where it's at today. This boutique bottle shop specialises in the latter, plus…

  • Providore

    West Coast Australia

    Voted one of Australia's Top 100 Gourmet Experiences by Australian Traveller magazine – given its amazing range of artisan produce, including organic…

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