It's so easy to go to Bunnings, drawn in by the cheap prices you don't realise until you get there…read morejust how hard it is to find anything or get some advice! It's not until you visit a proper hardware that you remember about things like good service and free advice. Newmarket True Value Hardware is about as old school as you can get. The guys behind the counter are hilarious, crack jokes at the drop of a hat, and are just as happy to spend 10 minutes in discussion about the right pack of nails as they are about expensive power tools. They have a wide range of tools and supplies and support community initiatives. Don't fight the crowds at Bunnings looking for an elusive red shirt to help you, go to Newmarket True Value and enjoy the full service experience.

Ron Bird's Geebung Hardware store has been around for years and is still owned and run by Ron Bird…read moreand his family. They have all your hardware needs - paint and tools and garden equipment and everything else you could need. If you've got any questions about what you need, Ron is more than happy to help out. I've often gone in with various DIY questions and he's been able to help me work out what exactly I need. They also offer key cutting.

It's nice to see that local companies can still compete with hardware…read more Prices here are good and the range is quality. You can tell they have been around a while

Mel was helpful with my gardening enquiry. Directed me to…read morewhere I needed to go and I bought more than anticipated. Friendly and knowledgeable

a wonderful,friendly person; he helped us with our purchase, thanks Juanread more

Ah, the age old debate: Brett's vs. Bunnings. It's almost as polarising as Ford vs. Holden,…read morechocolate vs. vanilla, and Mac vs. PC. I think where you live probably plays a role in which side you take, and because I happen to live near a Brett's not a Bunnings even I (who can barely work a screwdriver and usually only go into hardware stores to sniff the nice paint and timber smell) have taken sides. I like Brett's because it's huge, and has different departments (key cutting, paint, fixtures, lighting). It also feels less like a big, commercial chain than Bunnings does, probably because it is less of a big, commercial chain. When you walk in you immediately notice how much less branding and advertising they have around than Bunnings does, and the vibe is more like a big workshop full of tradies than a store. I can't comment with much expertise on their range, but I can tell that they have LOTS of stuff. It's a massive store. My Dad always seems to find what he needs there. I'm usually over by the paint swatches contemplating a bright purple feature wall or something, but I can guarantee you this: it sure does smell nice in there!