If you love doing surveys and being rewarded for it, this is one of the better sights. I find I get offered to complete surveys by valued opinions more than any other survey sight, and they are very quick to send gift cards in the mail.

Approximate cost: $Nothing

This has to be the best sight around for business reviews. I look at reviews from all over Australia and can't believe how many different types of businesses we have in this country. I often look at local reviews to get tips as well. Looking forward to getting my first gift card in the mail soon.

Approximate cost: $Nothing

When entering this restaurant, it lacks atmosphere. However, the food here is delicious. I ordered Marsala curry, and my husband Rogan Josh, and both were really nice. In fact, we could have ordered one meal between us both, the meals were so large. My daughter has been there when they have an all you can eat buffet, and she said that is also good value for money.

Approximate cost: $40

When I first walked into this place it had a real 'wow' factor. Behind the counter you could see the bakers making bread and pastries, which looked really appealing. My husband ordered avery expensive pastry, and we both ordered coffee. The pastry was very ordinary, and the coffee very strong and Luke warm. So much for the wow factor. You do have a nice view of the water from the front of the bakery, but other than that I was really disappointed with this place.

Approximate cost: $14

This is a really affordable place to have lunch or dinner.We like to go on Monday nights when they have $10 steak night. Best value in town. I am Abit disappointed they did away with trivia night though. The staff at the bistro are extremely friendly. $10 lunches on Monday to Friday make us regular visitors

Approximate cost: $13

A year ago I wouldn't have had anything very nice to say about this bus service. Today, I can honestly this company has improved out of sight. There are regular buses that are on time, and there are always available seats, regardless of the day or time I catch the bus. Even the bus drivers are friendly, although there are still a few grumpy ones.

Approximate cost: $3.70

If you're looking for something fun to do on a Sunday morning, you should come and see these markets. Therer is no secondhand stuff. Just new and different. We love to go for the organic breads and fruit and veggies, but you can get beautiful pastries, unusual deli meats, even get your palms read. It's entertaining to have a look around and see what's available, even if you don't buy. The best thing about these markets is the magnificent view. The park near the jetty has just had a makeover, so after you've been to the markets you can kick back and have a picnic or BBQ.

Approximate cost: $30

We have a nisfisc vacuum cleaner, and this place is the best place to buy vacuum bags. I used to buy them from Bunnings, but they are about 30 percent dearer to buy there. It works out even cheaper if you buy in bulk as they charge standard delivery fee, regardless of size of order. They delivered within 3 days. Really awesome service

Approximate cost: $40

We have been going to this bakery for years. The bacon and egg pies are the best. They have a great variety of breads and cakes that you can't get at the supermarket. Always really clean and tidy, and the staff are fast to serve and friendly

Approximate cost: $8.00

I took my family here for dinner recently when we were holidaying in Mooloolaba, and was really disappointed by the experience. We waited in line for 20 minutes to order, and then didn't get served our meals for another 15 minutes. The food we had was very average and no cheaper than going to a more up-market restaurant. I also didn't like how close we were to the bar. Very noisy, and not the nicest atmosphere for a young family

Approximate cost: $125