When we staying in Sydney, I wanted to take one of our sons and wife out to dinner. A quick browse around the yellow pages, and found this cafe. Great atmosphere, and the food was presented well. A great experience, and good value for money.

Approximate cost: $25

Looking for a special experience. We found this chocolate shop by mistake, but had heard of them when last in Melbourne. The chocolate is something to kill for. The Chocolate platter, now what can I say. You would need to experience it.

Approximate cost: $30

Having visitors that called in from Melbourne, on their way to Newcastle, we wanted a quick meal. Not living in Canberra, we went down to the main street, and found this cafe. Ordered a few Pizza's and side dishes. Excellent service, with great suggestions

Approximate cost: $65

Talk about big meals Excellent value for money. To much to eat in one sitting. One meal would suit 2 people. Great meals. Would highly recomend them to any one.

Approximate cost: $26.50

I have been looking for cat grass seed. We just happened to be in the area, and came across this nursery. Lone behold they had 2 packets of grass seed. We were totally surprised that they even had it in stock.

Approximate cost: $9

I have been searching for months to get some cat grass seed or mature plants. Having two cats, it is essential for their diet. They did not have either, but were happy to order either or both for me. 3 days later the plants turned up. They made a quick phone call to advise they had arrived

Approximate cost: $12

Whilst visiting our son in Ngunnawal, one of our kittens came down with a gastric bug. Having just picked him up 2 weeks ago from the RSPCA in Newcastle, we really did not know where to head. Having to drive to the RSPCA in Weston was to far. The vet was very understanding. Prescibed some anibiotics. 5 days later the kitten back to his usual self. Happy with the service

Approximate cost: $125

I was looking for that special gift for a special person. ( My wife) I had been been told by a family member that next time I was in Canberra, to call in.and you would be greatly surprised by the great selection. One not ask for a greater experience. Great selection of chocolates, with gift wrapping.

Approximate cost: $55

Newcastle is lacking in a good wallpaper supplier, In fact we could only find one, and it was Bristol Paints. We have been searching around for months for wallpaper borders. They have a great selection of patterns to choose from. Of course we had to pick one that would have to home from NZ, but who cares if there is a 10 day delay in getting it. Prompt attention, and even checked the items on arrival to male sure there were no damaged edges. Very helpful in every way. We are going back again in a couple of weeks to order more as we require it

Approximate cost: $385

excellent service, clean shop and friendly staff. Happy to give a discount on a bulk order. I was was having a large group of friends around for a party over the Christmas break, and thought why not try the local butcher, instead of the big chain supermarkets. These guys are fighting to survive.

Approximate cost: $110.00