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 Australia's national broadcaster retail outlet |
Galleria Shopping Plaza 26/385 Bourke Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 (0)3 9626 1167 http://www.abc.net.au |
The retail outlet of Australia's national broadcaster (ABC), this store is an absolute treasure trove of books, CDs, videos and T-shirts. You will find old favorites such as Monty Python and Dr Who as well as recent ABC television shows. There are also audio tapes and CDs from ABC Radio. The range of videos, books and toys for kids is fabulous, featuring all their favorite ABC characters (Bananas in Pyjamas, Rug Rats, Madeleine). For older teens, Australian radio station Triple J has a range of CDs and logo products. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Flicks Fix |
Flinders Street Federation Square Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 3 8663 2227 http://www.acmi.net.au/acmi_sh... |
Enter the world of entertainment at ACMI shop. With a complete focus on all things 'moving image', it has an exclusive collection of screen culture books, DVD's of great Australian classics and TV shows. If you don't prefer watching movies, then there are toys and games as well. In case, you are looking for gifts then get ACMI gift vouchers which are viable as gifts and can also be used at the shop or at the box office. If you are an ACMI fan, you can splurge in the merchandise showcased here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 An "antiquarium" for record lovers |
766 Burke Road Camberwell Melbourne, VIC 3124 Australia +61 (0)3 9882 0102 |
Finally a place where vinyl lovers can unite and spend hours delving into past treasures which have paved the way for the evolution of some fine music. You can even discuss a great record find with the masters behind the counter, who have seen many a fine record pass through their hands. Browse the racks and find that a reasonably high turnover of goods allows prices to remain rational as opposed to the collector's estimation. Be sure to view the second-hand gramophones, record players, books and array of science fiction toys from Transformers to Star Wars figures. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Independent & rare vinyl records |
2 Somerset Place Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 (0)3 9670 0677 http://www.augogo.com |
Established in 1977 as a mail-order business, Au Go Go specialises in promoting those harder-to-get sounds. Its record label also releases fine local talent and secures such international bands as The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion. Most new independent releases can be purchased or ordered on vinyl. Also available are Brit presses, local fanzines and an impressive range of T-shirts. Upstairs is dedicated to second-hand vinyl and collectables. Records can be bought for as little as 10 cents, but expect to pay much more for the autographed Nick Cave goods, Nirvana's first single and that genuine Beatles curtain. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bargain priced music and books |
277 Little Lonsdale Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 (0)3 9809 4106 http://www.batmanrecords.com.au |
This store has become known as the place to find a bargain whether you are looking for music or something to read. Records, books, tapes, CDs and videos are bought, sold and exchanged. New books are sold at one third of the recommended retail price, second-hand books start really low. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Treasured Gift |
2 Swanston Street Federation Square Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 3 9928 0096 http://www.federationsquare.co... |
Want a gift for someone special? Head to Best of Souvenirs in Federation Square; a one-stop shop for the best of Australian culture. Here you can select from an exclusive collection of Federation square merchandise. Local products like apparel, books, toys all carry Australian touches and make good mementos and gifts for loved ones. Tired after your shopping spree? Head to Cafe Chinotto for refreshments. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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World music specialists |
30 Johnston Street Fitzroy Melbourne, VIC 3065 Australia +61 (0)3 9415 1157 |
With the burgeoning interest in Latin, Middle Eastern and World music, this is the perfect store for the acoustically adventurous to explore new genres. The great range includes Spanish, African, Indian, indigenous, gypsy, fusion and ambient music titles. Blue Moon is the ideal place to locate a hard-to-find title or just to introduce yourself to the sounds of another culture. If you cannot get to the store, a mail order service is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Let There Be Light |
381 Mt Dandenong Tourist Road Melbourne VIC 3787 Australia +61 3 9755 2281 http://www.bluestonecandles.co... |
If ever in need of a gift idea, head for Bluestone Candles. One of the first few stores focusing solely on candles and candleware, everything you see here is designed to add that special ambiance to a home. The remarkable range of decorative pieces comes in styles ranging from elaborate to simple. Wall sconces and centerpieces can be dramatic, modern and eye catching or just rustic, serene and understated. There are candleholders and tea lights in glass, wood or metal to suit your taste. You can also pick up simple candlesticks, scented candles or impressive crystal candles that are masterpieces in themselves. – Tania Nadarajan Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Where books meet music, food and drink |
500 Chapel Sreet, The Jam Factory South Yarra Melbourne, VIC 3141 Australia +61 3 9824 2299 http://www.bordersstores.com |
Set in the Jam Factory building, this is a booklover's paradise. Aisles of publications, ranging from Astrophysics to Zen, stretch into the distance. There is also an unequalled magazine and newspaper section, with publications from all over the world. Another popular feature is the in-store café, which many other bookstores have tried to emulate. No wonder, as browsers arm themselves with their favourite reading material and then sit back to peruse it over lunch, afternoon tea or a late night "little something". Staff is friendly, helpful, and often necessary if you are looking for something specific. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Fashion Clearance Outlets |
Bridge Road Melbourne VIC 3121 Australia http://www.bridgerd.com.au |
Bridge Road was once home to seconds stores attached to Richmond's clothing factories. The factories are now long gone, but the discount clothing stores remain. Amongst the outlets massed between Hoddle and Church Streets, you'll find big names, such as Country Road, Rivers and OJAY (all in Richmond Plaza on the corner of Bridge Road and Church Street), Esprit (at number 132a) and Body Shop (123). North of Church Street is given over to a string of furniture and homeware stores, including Clive Peters (459), Dare Gallery (463-477) and Adairs House of Linen (491-497), to name just a few. – Jo-Anne Woodward Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For that perfect picture |
391 Little Bourke Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 3 9670 0560 http://cameralane.store.net.au... |
There is no denying the bond between traveling and photography and that is where this store fits in. Camera Lane has an amazing stock of photography related products. Located on the street leading to Chinatown, Camera Lane sells Nikon, Leica, Olympus, Ricoh and other branded digital and SLR cameras. Tripods, lenses, filters, memory cards and storage devices, flash guns, batteries and many more essential accessories are available for the beginner or professional in photography. Those who would want cheaper options can look into their used equipments section. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Avert an office emergency |
118 St Kilda Road St Kilda Melbourne, VIC 3182 Australia +61 (0)3 9534 8811 |
Conveniently located in St Kilda Road on the edge of the Central Business District (or CBD, as it is known), this retail service can deliver to your door whatever your office needs. Printer paper, toners and cartridges, binders, envelopes, transparencies, binders, staplers, and much more are all on offer. So if supplies are running low, just give them a call. There is no delivery fee for customers within the CBD. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Quality pre-loved music |
240 Swanston Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 (0)3 9663 3442 |
Is vinyl gone and forgotten? Not in this shop! Relying mostly on the recommendations of satisfied customers, Collectors' Corner, which stocks an extensive range of music, has become a firm favorite with music bargain hunters and collectors of rare CDs and LPs. You will even find many of the pre-loved CDs are below half price. The owner guarantees that the second-hand vinyl albums and CDs are as good as new. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Farm Fresh in Melbourne's Heart |
St Heliers Street Abbotsford Melbourne, VIC 3067 Australia +61 (0)3 9417 5806 http://www.farm.org.au/coming-... |
This thriving farmer's market is only kilometers from city skyscrapers, but it feels like it's tucked away in the bush. Held in the back paddocks of Collingwood Children's Farm, the market's 60 stalls are surrounded by gum trees and bordered by Melbourne's Yarra River. After stocking up on produce such as cheeses, seasonal fruit, smoked meats and freshly-squeezed juices, market-goers can explore the bike and walking path which skirts the river. Younger visitors can also watch the cows being milked at 10a or feed the farm's chickens and ducks. Admission is $2. -Jo-Anne Woodward Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Big Brands, Big Bargains, Big Savings |
1/201 Spencer St Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 3 8689 7555 http://www.dfo.com.au/ |
Located next to the Telstra Dome and Southern Cross Station, DFO Spencer Street offers upscale outlet shopping with an impressive collection of 100 designer and name brand outlet stores. Enjoy savings of 25% to 70% every day. Stores include Adairs, Birkenstock, Charcoal, Fila, French Connection, Colorado, Levi's, Laura Ashley, Steve Madden, Nine West and many more. Visit their website for the complete list of stores, sales & events, hours and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine music specialists |
113 Hardware Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 (0)3 9600 1488 http://www.discurio.com.au |
This is the best place to explore your innermost musical longings--especially if you do not know what you want. Ten listening stations offer opportunities to do some "musical sightseeing". Classical, jazz, folk, ambient, dance, nostalgia and world music are just some of the categories. Also available are a vast collection of soundtracks, a selection of wedding music and an up-to-date range of touring artists. The sale items at the back are a very good way of experiencing a bit of variety in your life. Select anything from Bach to Wu Tang from around AUD10. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Musical utopia |
64 Railway Road Blackburn Melbourne, VIC 3130 Australia +61 (0)3 9874 1844 http://www.dixons.com.au |
Catering especially to fans of vinyl records, this thriving chain of stores seems to indicate a revival in the popularity of the LP. Dixon's claims to have the southern hemisphere's largest range of second-hand CDs, tapes and records. The Blackburn shop has 200 square metres of stock including 40,000 albums. Prices start at AUD1, CDs from AUD5 and 12 inch singles from 50 cents. Second-hand DVDs and video laser disks are also available, as is a limited selection of music videos. Whatever your taste in music, you are bound to find something here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Browser's paradise |
457 North Road Ormond Melbourne, VIC 3163 Australia +61 (0)3 9578 1229 |
Stocking a great range of books, CDs, crystals, jewelery, feng shui products, candles and aromatherapy oils, Equilibrium is the place to shop for "new age" gifts, or soak up the atmosphere and gain some inspiration. Staff is friendly and informative. Also available are posters and charts on dolphins, native Americans, unicorns, wizards and health modalities such as kinesiology and Chinese medicine. A video library of inspirational and informative titles is in store, and a mail order service is available. Tarot readings and kinesiology sessions by appointment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Victoria's biggest range of music |
85 Bourke Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 (0)3 9650 9009 http://www.gaslight.com.au |
Winner of the best ARIA (Australian Record Industry Association) store in 1997, Gaslight has set the standard for choice in music for many years, with Victoria's largest range of local and imported CDs. There are 36,000 titles available and a special sale section with more than 5,000 CDs that change weekly. A comprehensive range of collectable CDs is always available, as well as videos including music, children's and movies; music memorabilia; DVDs; accessories and T-shirts. The store coordinates many alternative music events. The regular in-store performances by local and international artists are an experience not to be missed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Melbourne Shining |
338 Collins Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 3 9670 0435 http://www.hardybrothers.com.a... |
The Melbourne Hardy Brothers Jewellers store opened in 1918, 65 years after the maiden Hardy Brothers Store in Sydney did. Needless to say, the 'Garden City' welcomed the store with open arms. Soon, Melbournians were wooed by the exclusive diamond and gold jewelery designed by Hardy Brothers. Century-old wall-clocks were serviced at the store to re-produce lost luster. Silver plates and cutleries designed at Hardy's have made it to the dining tables of various homes. The store also has been designing the Melbourne Cup trophy since 1861, a mark of its long association with the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cook's Delight |
10 Parsons Lane Shop 3, Parsons Walk Melbourne VIC 3788 Australia +61 3 9751 0026 |
This shop is definitely for people who love their kitchen and love to cook. But even if cooking isn't your thing, the contents of Herbicious Delicious will inspire you to try. You will find pots, pans, cutlery, colanders, knives, chopping boards, aprons, cookbooks, tea towels. Best of all is their range of spices and sauces. Try their special blends made for casseroles, pot roasts and soups. There is also chutney, relish, fruit jams, dips, sauces and dressings, all designed to add easy flavor to any cooking. Browse through the range of interesting and useful kitchen utensils like a boiled egg lifter. Definitely a shop that jazzes up cooking and entertaining. – Tania Nadarajan Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fashion, Galleries & Antiques |
High Street Melbourne VIC 3143 Australia +61 3 9824 4299 http://www.highstreetarmadale.... |
Surrounded by leafy streets and elegant houses, High Street offers shopping for the cashed up and image conscious. Long known for its galleries and antique stores, the street is also fast becoming a fashion hot-spot. Amongst the street's topiary trees and chic cafes, you'll find trend-setting boutiques such as Chambermaid (at 1052), Bue (5/1122) and label-of-the-moment Scanlan and Theodore (1031). Most of the antique shops and galleries are west of Kooyong Road, including Sotheby's (926) and the Australian art auctioneer Joel Fine Art (935-939). For something unique, visit B.C. Galleries (1069), which sells ancient jewelry and artifacts – at a price! – Jo-Anne Woodward Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Manga-mania hits Melbourne |
200 Bourke Street, Shop 14 Mid City Complex Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 3 9639 1219 |
Japanese animation, with its outlandish plot lines and technical brilliance, has been taking the world by storm. Here, Melbourne's animation or manga obsessives can come to stock up on videos, comics and a huge selection of models and figurines. Whether you are after Pokemon or Sailor Moon, Ultraman, Akira or Neon Evangelisis, this shop, tucked away in an arcade off Chinatown, is the place to look. There is a suburban branch at 912 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill, ph: +61 3 9899 1668. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Photo: John Raptis |
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Slashing the prices |
681 Nepean Highway Brighton East Melbourne, VIC 3186 Australia +61 (0)3 9596 7500 http://www.jbhifi.com.au |
John Barbuto's most famous quote is that "JB is slashing the prices", and when you visit the store and compare their prices, it is easy to see that he means what he says. The bright yellow painted store is not huge, but very friendly and packed with great bargains--and you can bargain even more if you pay cash. Most good names can be found here, including Sony and TDK. The staff is very knowledgeable. Special orders are happily taken for anything that you cannot see on the floor. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Punk, hardcore & ska specialists |
Basement, 405 Bourke Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 (0)3 9670 8208 http://www.missinglink.net.au |
Delve into one of the largest collections of punk, hardcore, ska vinyl and CDs around town. Half the store is dedicated to relatively well-known independent artists, whereas the other half tends to take the term alternative quite literally. Nevertheless, one can find lots of new and second-hand local and imported vinyl, and unlike most cases, the imports are not the most expensive. Direct contact with local and US distributors allows most titles to remain at reasonable prices. Also available are a distinctive range of punk, hardcore and cult movie T-shirts including such classics as Super fly, Evil Dead and Scarface. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Kitsch, cute and colourful |
269 Swanston Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 (0)3 9602 2333 http://www.morningglory.com.au/ |
This stationery store, a retail outlet for the Korean Morning Glory brand, is always thronged with teenage girls, but you don't need to be a schoolgirl to enjoy it, just a schoolgirl at heart! Pens, pencil cases, rulers and writing pads come in a range of vibrant colors, decorated with cartoon characters. There is also a range of gift items targeted at the adolescent market. But there is no need to let that stop you! Why not liven up the boardroom with a transparent pink briefcase or a Hello Kitty lunch box? Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Melbourne's favourite department store |
295 Lonsdale Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 (0)3 9661 1111 http://www.myer.com.au/ |
Satisfy all your retail needs under one roof at Myer. Founded by Sidney Myer in 1900, the chain now has 65 stores across Australia. Affiliated with Grace Brothers, it is the largest department store group in the country. Shoppers love the comfortable and relaxed, yet stylish experience of shopping at Myer. The flagship city store features whole floors devoted to sporting gear and electronic appliances. In keeping with tradition, Melburnians have flocked to the city center every Christmas since 1956 to view Myer's Christmas windows. Other Myer stores are in Southland, Chadstone, Eastland, Northland and other suburban malls. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For mind, body and soul |
13 Barnes Place (just off Comben Drive) Melbourne, VIC 3030 Australia +61 (0)3 9749 7705 http://www.mysticalaffair.com/ |
Need to feel good about yourself? Get into this store, where visitors can "heal" their broken hearts, feel accepted, and get over depressing thoughts and nightmares. Services such as tarot reading and meditation classes are on offer, and you can peruse through merchandise like dream-catchers, incense sticks, crystal lamps, and jewelry. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Underground dance vinyl specialists |
208 Commercial Road Prahran Melbourne, Victoria 3181 Australia +61 (0)3 9521 3808 |
Run by long time supporters of the Melbourne dance scene, Octave successfully remains Melbourne's longest running specialist techno store. Close links to the dance industry enable regular shipments of techno, acid techno, house, break beat and experimental records from Germany, UK, the US and local distributors for around AUD17.00 per 12 inch. Amongst all of the DJ accessories and those harder-to-find CDs, are a large range of the latest release Hong Kong cinema, martial arts, manga and cult movie titles. In addition, a selected range of street/club clothing and accessories by Aqua G, Ecko, Sushi Galore, and cutting-edge designers like Tina Borg are also available, not to mention other Asia-centric novelties like Keropi (the frog), Pokemon, Hello Kitty and other life style products. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The write stuff! |
Shop 42, 250 Elizabeth Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 (0)3 9663 4499 http://www.pencity.com.au |
Who would have thought that a whole emporium could be devoted to the humble pen? Antique pens, refills, specialist writing paper, accessories, diaries, a repair service, and writing instruments from a range of brands including Lamy, Uniball, Staedler, Rotring, Pentel, Pelikan, Parker and Montblanc are all on offer in this temple of the written word. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Alternative music with a bite |
221 Barkly Street St Kilda Melbourne, VIC 3182 Australia +61 (0)3 9525 5066 http://raoulrecords.com.au |
Free from the mainstream catalogues, at Raoul Records one can expect to find a refreshing variety of alternative releases, Latin sounds and music from around the globe. Soul, funk, 60s psychedelia, "blaxploitation" and 70s underground are just some of the categories. Both CDs and vinyl come in new or second-hand condition. If you have not already spent enough time looking through this admirable range, be sure to check out the rack of chilli sauces imported from Mexico, Latin America and the US--good rock n' roll food. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A civilised place for browsing |
309 Lygon Street Carlton Melbourne, VIC 3053 Australia +61 (0)3 9347 6633 http://www.readings.com.au |
Australian Bookseller of the Year in 1998, Readings is a Melbourne institution. It has several locations without feeling like a chain. The Lygon Street shop has that enticing quiet air of a retreat. With an inviting range, CDs, an ordering service and always something on special, it is hard to leave empty handed. Its stock includes good quality remaindered books acquired on overseas buying trips. Register for their free newsletter. You will also find Readings at 701 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn (phone +61 (0)3 9819 1917 and 185 Glenferrie Road, Malvern (phone +61 (0)3 509 1952. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pure Indulgence |
372 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road Melbourne, VIC 3786 Australia +61 3 9755 1300 |
If you like smelling good and a little pampering, SOAK is definitely the shop to visit. You'll find bottles and jars containing body care products of every heavenly fragrance, texture and color. It is hard to choose among the bath salts, scrubs, body butters, creams, balms and lotions that come in 27 fragrances – frangipani, jasmine, sugar plum, ginger lily and mango, to name just some. They also offer massage oils, incense, candles, and perfumes. Smelling divine and made from love (the first listed ingredient on all products) and non-synthetic ingredients, these products will leave you blissfully nourished. -Tania Nadarajan Review © 2007, Wcities |
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CD giant store |
799 Burke Road Melbourne, VIC 3124 Australia +61 (0)3 9882 1271 http://www.sanity.com.au |
The huge Sanity chain includes 30 stores around Victoria. The Burke Street outlet has two levels, with all categories clearly marked and neatly arranged. Upstairs in the Dance Arena eight listening stations are dedicated to club, dance, house and rhythm and blues releases. While you are there, check out the vast range of club vinyl, DJ and recording equipment, and exclusive Pioneer packs. Grab a best seller for AUD19.95 or just pick up a copy of Sanity's free magazine detailing music news, interviews and fashion. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bewitched! |
331 Bourke Street 17 Royal Arcade Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 3 9639 7077 http://www.spellbox.com.au/ |
SpellBox is intriguing. A one of its kind, the store is full of carefully researched magical items. The merchandise includes charms, totems, crystals, potions, fortune telling cards, tarot cards and several other enchanting stuff. Established in 1993 by Danae, this store has come a long way and promises personalized magic wares, spells and rituals for bringing back the positive energy and vitality back into any aspect of your life. Healing practices and massages like crystal therapy, reiki, channeling, holistic healing and chakra balancing are also offered here. The therapy sessions are useful for the relaxation of the mind, body and spirit. To bring back the magic in your life simply ask the healers to brew you a potion. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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CDs--they have them all |
Shop 11, 600 Collins Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 (0)3 9614 4885 http://www.spendless.net.au/ |
This popular store has thousands of local and imported CD titles in stock, and access to over 300,000 titles through the in-store computer search system. There is also a range of discounted electrical appliances, hi-fi equipment, DVDs, videos and accessories. If you are after tickets, you can use the Ticketek Agency and cinema ticket purchasing facilities in-store. Shop in person or place your order through the well-designed web page. If you become a member you can take advantage of the buyers advisory service for information and best prices on a range of electrical goods. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A pen emporium |
259 Collins Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 (0)3 9654 7993 |
This store has been operating since 1906, proof that quality pens are still popular despite the advent of computers, email and text messaging. In fact Taft's boasts Australia's largest range of writing instruments from antique pens to blotting paper and accessories to prestige writing pens valued in the thousands. The store is the local retail agent for the Montblanc brand, and can offer duty free prices to travelers with a valid overseas air ticket. Other famous brands available here include Omas, Cross, Waterman and Montegrappa. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A fine musical selection |
31 Bourke Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 (0)3 9650 9111 |
This store has witnessed all the great changes in the music industry. It opened its doors in 1922 and has had several generations of loyal customers. It stocks an impressive range of local and imported CDs; classical, jazz, soundtracks and world music are just some of the musical styles for which this store is known. The staff is friendly, helpful with enquiries and eager to locate hard to find recordings for customers. Mail order is also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Famous jewelers |
267 Collins Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 (0)3 9639 7788 http://www.tiffany.com/Locatio... |
This legendary store features some of the finest jewellery in the world. You will also find breathtaking crystal, flatware, chinaware, silverware, and timepieces for sale. Shop for engagement rings and anniversary presents, or something special for a newborn baby. Anything wrapped in Tiffany's signature blue box is sure to be considered an heirloom that the recipient will treasure for generations. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Photographic and digital imaging supplies |
53-57 Munster Terrace Melbourne, VIC 3051 Australia +61 3 9915 1900 http://www.vanbar.com.au |
Visual imaging is serious business at Vanbar, which makes this store a paradise for photographers and visual connoisseurs alike. Ilford, Agfa, Lee filters, Polaroid, Nikon, Luxmen lighting, Kaiser, Fujifilm are just some of the brands you can find here. Vanbar claims to be Australia's largest distributor of professional photographic and digital imaging products - a bold statement to make. With 12,000 products available through the on-line shop though, this statement is quite possibly true. Ask about a Vanbar VIP card and receive discounts on stock. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Little Saigon |
Victoria Street Melbourne Australia |
One of the main centers of Melbourne's Vietnamese community, Victoria Street is the place to buy Asian fruit and vegetables, clothing and dining ware. The blocks between Hoddle and Church Streets are crowded with colorful Vietnamese stores selling everything from paper lanterns and crockery to jewelry and watches. East of Church Street, a small community of Asian furniture and homewares shops has blossomed, following the success of Chinese antique furniture store Orient Express (449). A short tram ride east brings you to Victoria Gardens shopping center (corner Victoria and Burnley Streets), with over 75 shops, including Melbourne's only IKEA. – Jo-Anne Woodward Review © 2007, Wcities |