There are times when you just need to relieve yourself, and when I find a shopping centre that has…read morethe facilities then I am going to give it points simply for that. However, the issue I had with this place was actually working out how to get it. In fact, I ended up walking around the entire complex (though it actually isn't all that big) before I found the entrance. Still, it was a godsend when I needed it.

Lots of big stores here (Big W - similar to Target in the States, Coles and Woolworth - grocery…read moreshopping). There are quite a variety of foods here too ranging from sushi to fast foods. Service for all the places I went earlier were quite fast and the people were friendly. There are cafes on site too as well as places to grab desserts. Located next to Travelodge Newcastle is definitely worth to drop by there. The best inclusion to this "two sided" shopping district/center is Yogurtland. A plus when the weather gets overwhelming hot like what I've experienced so far. At the grocery stores/ supermarkets you can find cheaper goods like buy 5 for $6 and saves $2. If you are here on business/travel and you need quick meals or necessities, do drop by here as they sell almost everything here. And stop by clearance corners at some of the bigger store departments.

Where else could you purchase locally made jewelry that's been crafted from locally mined coal?…read more Okay, fair point, given its Newcastle, probably a few locations, but Studio Melt remains my one-stop-shop for local gifts, prints and jewelry. There's a few larger brands thrown in for good measure but it's easy to tell they've been carefully selected to compliment the local ranges. Located on the ever revived Hunter St Mall strip, it's easy to combine your morning coffee with a quick shop in Studio Melt. In fact, I'd highly recommend it!

It's a store full of some of my favourite internet finds. Kip&Co bedding, paddy wax candles, Mister…read moreMoss. Suffice to say it's a little slice of home heaven that got me giddy the moment I walked past on the Queen's Birthday public holiday. I made a mental note to return and earned more motivation upon learning they had 30% off Kip&Co this week. The stock is carefully curated and there's not great quantities of everything. To me, this is part of the charm and wonder of a store that stocks such niche Australian brands. The staff are as warm as the pops of neon colours across the ranges and were only too happy to put a few towels on hold for me til I could make it back to the store. They do sell online as well but why would you when you can grab a coffee from Glee Roasters and stroll down to the physical store and play in a world of homewares heaven?

A really pretty little shop that offers a variety of different branded dresses. A cute environment…read moreto relax, browse the racks and hopefully find that gorgeous thing that will make you feel a million dollars. They also have a cute range of accessories to go with that perfect outfit. Have any problems and just chat to the owner who is super nice and will help you out.

Friendly ladies working here and the customers were real honest how expensive clothes are on Darby…read morestreet. One of my favorite shops on Hunter Street. I bought a cute mustard tunic dress and a fun flow floral dress. Unique items made in India. Boho garments and home decor. Awesome sales, 5 dollar rack and 50 percent off items with a pink sticker. Next time in Newy, hitting up this place again.

Yes, fan of Woolies. Some of the fruit prices were a little too high. Organized grocery store with…read morea lot of vegan options. Love the cashier Liz talking to her as she is studying Reiki and into other holistic things just like me.

Standard woolworths. Pretty good prices for most items but I was not impressed with the bakery…read moresection. In particular the cakes or "mud pies" were lacking in quality. The prices at this one were also much higher. Not the best grocery store is been to there.

This is old school. An endless collection of shelves full of all sorts of weird, kooky and antique…read morelitarture. You could literally spend hours browsing the shelves and stumble across something amazing. It seems to keep going forever, around some odd walls and into narnia. A book lovers paradise.

Best second hand book store in Newcastle! It's been there…read moreover 30 years now and still going strong!

Hello I have only been in newcastle east for 10 months, I would like to say the staff are the best…read moreI have come across ever, so polite and helpful, the food they sell, maybe a little bit dearer than the coles and wolworths, but the meat is the freshes you will ever find I dont buy meat from coles or wollies any more, there veges are so fresh. I would recomend Foodworks to anyone that dosn't mind paying a little bit more of what they can eat. The staff I couldn't complain about one thing. Regards Patricia Pichler

A great little supermarket located in Newcastle East. Excellent prices and although small, a great…read morevariety of products. The staff are excellent, friendly and helpful. They have weekly special that match any of the larger supermarkets. Definitely value for money, especially when the service is excellent service