Reviews by Ribena

This review is for Green Butterfly, Northcote VIC

verified email - 06 Mar 2013

I went here recently for the first time after searching on Womo for a new hairdresser. Given all the high praise i went here and saw Amy and very pleased with everything! No sales pitch to buy products (though i did ASK for some styling goo to take home), they were VERY accommodating of me and my 8 month old son (i had palmed off my 2.5yr old to be with grandad at the local play centre). My bubba decided not to sleep that afternoon, so they bought out the toy box, then when that wasnt working they tried holding him for me, which worked longer than i expected :) I had problems with alopecia which meant that my choice in cut was challenging and limited but i can honestly say that Amy did a wonderful job. I've literally chopped off almost all my hair but i've had so many compliments over the past 2 or 3 weeks that im tempted to keep it short now!!! Dont go here if you want a fancy schmancy salon experience, but if you want a friendly, caring, and relaxed experience then this is the place to go :)

Approximate cost: $90 inc product

This review is for Just Splashbacks, Braeside VIC

verified email - 17 Dec 2012

Jason provided a very competitive quote over the phone and Daniel came around to measure it up and install. It was a bit tricky organising the installation time (they have a lot of work to do before christmas), but we came up with a time and day. The splashback was installed in our kitchen within half an hour. Silly us for taking 6 months to get around to organising it!!! The glass is colour matched to dulux colours (in our case Antique White USA), and we had two powerpoints. The glass fits perfectly and looks great.

Approximate cost: $850

This review is for Baby Bunting, Balwyn VIC

verified email - 17 Dec 2012

I now have two kiddies and after doing the usual rounds to other places for clothes and toys and other paraphernalia, I have come to realise that all my purchases from baby bunting have been good quality and at very competitive prices. All the ladies are friendly and helpful, and offer to help take things out to the car which is a life saver sometimes. The train setup for the toddlers has been a welcome relief on a rainy day and allows for a little bit of peaceful shopping. The store is not very large compared to others in the same chain, but they pack a heck of a lot into this store, it never ceases to amaze me that they always have whatever it is I am looking for!!! If they dont then they are always happy to order it in for me.

This review is for Stevies Fish And Chips, Macleod VIC

verified email - 17 Dec 2012

This is our preferred fish and chipper - out of four local shops this one is our favourite. The barramundi is good at the moment, and they seem to keep their oil reasonably fresh. Friendly service and they have never forgotten any part of our order. It could be improved by the addition of a lemon wedge either complimentary or for an additional cost.

Approximate cost: $10

This review is for Coldflow Airconditioning, Springvale VIC

verified email - 17 Dec 2012

We got them to put in a replacement ducted heating unit, and they were the cheapest in our range of quotes, and did a great job. Installed two new vents (in bathroom and laundry), and decommissioned two old vents. The installation team was well organised with plumbers and electricians turning up during the day when required to do various bits. Very pleased with the overall service and considering them now for our cooling needs.

This review is for Cafe Aberdeen, Macleod VIC

verified email - 17 Dec 2012

The best cafe in Macleod, their vanilla slices are exceptional and draw us down there for a weekly visit (sometimes more). Pies are good, and the homemade cannelloni used to be excellent - such a pity they stopped making it :(
Ideally situated near the park & playground. It does get a bit cramped sometimes, especially during busy periods, but looks like they are about to embark on some renovations which will hopefully mean more space for prams etc.

Approximate cost: $15

This review is for West End Hair (Thin On Top), Windsor VIC

verified email - 17 Dec 2012

I suffered extreme hair loss as a result of childbirth and a subsequent illness that also landed me in hospital not long afterward. After a consultation with Olga I walked out with a new head of hair (top volumiser) that looked waaaay more natural on me than a wig, and she cut it and styled it while it was clipped on. I felt wonderful when I left, and it was all done in relative privacy up the back of the salon. The follow up visit didnt quite live up to the expectations that were set at that first visit, but it was included in the cost of the first visit so I can't really be too upset. It looks so natural that close friends and family have not realised its not my own hair, and the piece de resistance was when I visited the dermatologist about my hair loss and she almost brushed me off because she did not realise I was wearing a hairpiece!!! Thank-you thank-you thank-you!

Approximate cost: $500

This review is for Miss Marie, Rosanna VIC

verified email - 17 Dec 2012

Bringing the cafe culture to the burbs - thanks Miss Marie for your superb coffee and the wonderful chocolate brownies!!! The almond croissants that are imported from port melb go down a treat too :)

This review is for J.A.E Electrics Pty Ltd, Bulleen VIC

verified email - 17 Dec 2012

John has done all the wiring for our kitchen which went in earlier this year, and involved a new switchboard. I have just had him back to do the wiring for our new bedroom which we are renovating. He has tonnes of experience and really knows what he is doing, without having to look up manuals or talk to supervisors etc like some of the electricians I have had quotes from in the past. He is a lovely fellow and enjoys a cuppa when time permits. Thanks John for all the great work you have done for us thus far :)

This review is for Atherton Floor Sanding, Viewbank VIC

verified email - 17 Dec 2012

David did an excellent job on our very old and tired looking floorboards in the bedroom we are renovating. He punched in the nails and sanded and polished (3 coats with a light sand after each coat). He is one of the cleanest tradesmen I have come across, and he is friendly and honest. The job was done to a high standard with attention to detail. In hindsight I would have got him to do our living and dining area also rather than doing it ourselves about 6 months ago... cannot recommend him high enough.

Approximate cost: $500