I went in to buy a hair cutter. Was able to ask a service assistant and get one within 5 minutes. There were 3 different models at about the same price, so I asked what the differences were. The sales assistant was able to explain how one was more useful for beards and the like, while the other was better for normal hair. He then offered an even larger discount as I was paying cash.

Approximate cost: $8

Went in to have a tire fixed after a puncture. We drove in and they had the tire off in minutes and repaired and back on the car all within 30 minutes. This included removing a nail, and patching the tire.

Approximate cost: $29

We needed some wall paper glue to put up some borders around our walls. Went in for advise. The sales girl gave us good advise on what product to buy, and also gave us a website address where I could look up more information.

Approximate cost: $20

My son goes here for child care one day a week. The staff are all very good and provide good care. They are very observant, and when my son had a fever they monitored him while I came to pick him up. Because the fever was so high they were cooling him in the shower when I arrived.

They gave me a full report to take with me to the hospital. The Doctor at the hospital said the report was excellent and told her everything she needed for history of the illness.

At all other times the teachers and staff have been open and informative.

Approximate cost: $55

Went to the shop to get some petrol for the lawn mower. Went in side to get key to unlock the pump. Filled my tank, then went back in again to pay. Simple and easy.

We went as a group of four couples. We were seated quickly and were brought out the menus. We all ordered then ate. Food was great. De core is tradition Thai complete with brass utensils.

Approximate cost: $16

Had lunch with a friend. We were greeted at the door and quickly shown to our table. Menus were brought as well as a pitcher of water. After being left to view the menu for about 5 minutes the waitress return for our orders. Our meals came within 10 - 15 minutes.

Food was very good.

Approximate cost: $20

We ordered take away over the phone. Was told that it would be ready in 20 minutes. When we arrived after 20 minutes it was already ready and waiting for us. We had the Plum pork which was excellent, the chicken omelet which is good (prawn one can be good, but one time was a bit sandy).

Approximate cost: $12

I went in to get my car serviced and checked for its green slip. I booked the car in a week in advance, so was able to get it dropped off early in the morning and finished by midday.

I also asked them to look at the fuel indicator as it was not working properly.

The mechanic was had the car tested and fixed by the agreed time. The mechanic had looked at the fuel indicator but the problem was in the tank, so could not be done in the time frame, so he left it to me to decide when to fix it. He also noticed that the timing belt was starting to wear out so he put a not on the service reminder sticker on the windscreen. Asked me to mention it when booking in the next service to make sure they had the parts.

Approximate cost: $122