Brisbane
A cool, biannual market with live music, street food and over 200 stalls showcasing the wares of independent Australian designers, artists and…
Must-see shopping in Queensland
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Cairns
No weekend in Cairns is complete without a visit to this busy, vibrant multicultural market. Weave (and taste) your way through piles of seasonal tropical…
Brisbane
For a locavore sugar rush, hit this lauded confectioner. From the macadamia brittle and raspberry marshmallow to the ruby chocolate bars, all of the…
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Brisbane
Brisbane's biggest antiques centre is a veritable sea of memories and design inspiration. Scour its 60-plus stalls for original and upcycled furniture …
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Brisbane
Don't delude yourself: the small-batch, artisanal chocolates from this Sunshine Coast Willy Wonka will override any self-control. Best sellers include…
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Brisbane
Home-grown Maiocchi is well known for its fun, vintage-inspired frocks. Brighten your wardrobe with custom prints, '50s silhouettes and the odd Japanese…
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Sunshine Coast
This sprawling temple to all things organic and sustainable offers fresh fruit and vegetables, beauty products, natural-fibre clothing and holistic health…
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Brisbane
An inconspicuous lift takes the style council up to Double Double, quite possibly Brisbane's edgiest unisex fashion boutique. Its edits of youthful,…
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Brisbane
Serious music fans know all about Shannon Logan and her little West End record shop. She's usually behind the piano-cum-counter, chatting with a loyal fan…
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Brisbane & Around
Family-run Kent's is well known for its high-quality leather goods, handcrafted on site. Even if you don't have a horse for their handsome saddles, you'll…
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Brisbane
Bibliophiles flock to Folio for an eclectic, sophisticated collection of titles covering everything from Canberra politics and Queensland modernism, to…
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Cairns & Far North Queensland
A Kuranda institution since 1959, this heavenly honey shop is worth a look, whether or not you have a sweet tooth. Kids will marvel at the glass-enclosed…
Brisbane
Central Brisbane lives out its bucolic village fantasies when local growers and artisans descend on Reddacliff Pl to sell their prized goods. Fill your…
Brisbane
A lifesaver for those who have it all, Green Tangerine stocks a sharp, eclectic mix of mostly Australian design objects. Cast your eye across neatly…
Brisbane
Spanning two city blocks, this busy pedestrian strip is home to major department stores, shopping arcades and malls, big-name fashion chains and…
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Brisbane
Sustainably minded Swop sells (and buys) high-quality threads, accessories and footwear from the '60s to today. Flick through colour-coded racks for fun…
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Brisbane & Around
What’s wine without cheese? The Granite Belt’s leading cheesemaker makes 11 cows' milk cheeses (all available for sampling), including double and triple…
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Noosa
Behind glass panels, Thomas makes Noosa's finest surfboards, both ready-to-ride and custom made. It also stocks its own fashion label, alongside niche…
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Gold Coast
For over a decade, the Witches Chase has been producing small-batch cheese, yoghurt and ice cream from hyper-local 'animal-centred' dairies with pasture…
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Noosa
Established in 1994, this iconic brand was one of the first to sell traditional-style longboards at the beginning of the longboard renaissance in Oz. Two…
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Brisbane & Around
Revamped and expanded, Grand Central is the largest shopping centre in the Darling Downs, with a style more akin to a capital city than a regional town…
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Noosa
Whet your appetite at this wonderful weekly ode to all things fresh and artisanal. Bag organic veggies, aromatic herbs, local seafood, meats and olives,…
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Gold Coast
As far as shopping malls go, this Gold Coast institution is one of the most satisfying. A sprawling mini-city, it has an elegant design that makes the…
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Sunshine Coast
Worth a stop for food lovers, Kenilworth Dairies is garnering quite a reputation for its high-quality, handcrafted cheeses and yoghurt. The former…
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Brisbane
Whether you're on the prowl for a Victorian dresser, a mid-century armchair or a '60s beatnik frock, chances are you'll find it in this warren of eclectic…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Sunshine Coast
Berkelouw is a bibliophile's dream, packed with fascinating new, secondhand and rare books spanning a dizzying number of genres, including politics,…
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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…
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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…
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Brisbane
Ethically minded, pocket-sized Sun & Company showcases small-batch, locally made gifts and homewares. Expect an eclectic edit spanning anything from…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Brisbane & Around
Inspired by Minjeribah's nature, ancient culture and her family's own experiences, indigenous artist Delvene Cockatoo-Collins crafts handmade jewellery,…
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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,…
