Ikea is great - not only in terms of cheap items but also a great shopping experience as you would go through a series of displays and its same as playing treasure hunt!!
One can really get great deals if you can keep an eye on their catalogues.

Bunnings has a fantastic range of products and would stock each item if you intend to build you own house. The service at times is not great as the weekends can get really busy.

ALDI have a limited stock and brands to choose from, but all the products are well priced and cheaper than any Coles or Woolies. If you are a low budget family then ALDI is the place to be shopping!!

This is a paradise for all the Melbournians who would love to eat vegetarian food. The food quality is absolutely fantastic which are priced to suit your wallet. I think I have almost tried the whole menu by now and would higly recommend this venue.

We find Big W a big value for money store with heaps of savings. Do keep an eye on latest catalogues and you too can save a lot by getting in early. Staff here is usually helpful and would point you in right direction.

I think Betta Health has some of the good doctors. We will strongly recommend Dr. Naidu as she is one of the best you would come across in Australia. The waiting time is usually long but if not in emergency its worth the wait.

This Safeway is little smaller than most others, but the quality and service is satisfactory. Well stocked and Fruit and Vege are fresh, well presented and displayed nicely. Deli good are fresh and good.

Coles at Preston have a great shopping experience as its bigger and cleaner than most other stores. They have more specials on weekend as compared to other coles.

Shopping with Kmart was a pleasure as the staff is helpful and prompt. They even helped us getting am item from another store and was happy to sell at the discounted price even though the promotion date had expired.