Cunningham's Warehouse at Brighton used to be a working example of how not to run a store. There…read morewere cardboard boxes everywhere, crappy stock and appalling staff who spent more time arguing with each other and on smoko than serving. That was the past. Since it changed hands a little over a year ago the place has gone from strength to strength, and I overheard that these franchise holders have opened up another store of this kind in Adelaide. These guys are a family business and whilst mum knows where in the sea of items a pocket tripod would be, the son in his early 20s (I'm guessing) is the model of customer service. He's always friendly and helpful without being prying or annoying, I wish more shop assistants were like him. There is so much stock, at unbeatable prices. Whatever item you need, it will be here somewhere. I warn you though, you will NOT walk out without purchasing something, it's just so affordable! Doing craft, sewing, make up, hair, your house, your car, a shin dig, need to stuff a stocking or go to a costume party? These guys will have what you're looking for, for next to nothing. It is difficult getting stuff down from some of the items higher up as the stock is floor to ceiling. Having attended many a costumed function, I've gotten loads of fancy dress items from here. When I talked to another lady about it who lives in my area she remarked "Yes! I love that store, it's a like a bazaar" and I think that's pretty spot on. As long as this family has the reigns I will be coming to this store for my any and everything.

This is similar to a Reject Shop or Cheap As Chips style store but has a lot less than those do. It…read moreis okay for what it does provide though. Like it still has a great range of craft, fake flowers, wrapping paper and cards, toys and little odds and ends you can put in a Birthday or Xmas Hamper or perhaps party loot bags. It stocks some okay stuff and is obviously usually pretty cheap. I realise that lessens the quality somewhat in most cases but you can still get some good stuff here.

Super Dollar Variety is my favourite…read more It's my favourite place to get hardware, it's my favourite place to get minor toiletries, it's my favourite place to get fake flowers, it's my favourite cheap store in Torrensville. As a professional cheapskate, I pride myself on my knowledge of local cheap spots. Super Dollar Variety is the best dollar store in my area, with the biggest range of hardware, homeware, kitchenware, garden ware, all the wares you can think of. Super Dollar Variety seems to specialise in useful things - like drill bits and garden hose attachements - distinguishing itself from the other dollar stores in the area. Sure, some of the things break quicker than others, but still. Like most cheap stores it has a puzzling but cute range of odd meerkat/dolphin/walrus/mystical-animal-of-choice sculptures, so don't worry you can get useless stuff here too. The place is called Super Dollar Variety, which - by the way - is hilarious.

Variety and super dollars? Those are two criteria I shop with when searching for bargains in…read moreAdelaide. A huge range of practical home wares, tupper wares and hard wares can all be found here without much fuss, but there isn't much variety when it comes to random stuff you never needed (if you want that then head across the road to the other discount store). And to be honest there isn't much super dollar priced merch here. It is good value but probably not "super" value but it is better than the major supermarkets. So if you're looking for tongs, plastic tubs, scissors, string, toiletries etc then this is a great stop over instead of paying $5 more at the check out elsewhere.

This is a perfect place to shop all year round. With a huge variety of gifts and products spanning…read morefrom toys, art and craft, stationery, home wares and jewellery, there is something for everyone. I know plenty of mums and teachers who come here and stock up on craft items, sheets of stickers, stationery and small toys for treats and pressies. Plenty of ideas here for Christmas stockings. I like their huge range of gift boxes, wrappers and greeting cards. Most cards are less than $5 which is a bargain! I've seen many blokes shop here as car accessories, tools and products are way cheaper than most automotive outlets. The four legged friends are not forgotten too. Pet lovers can pick up a bargain as cute toys, bedding and pet accessories are aplenty. Clutter free fans will go crazy over storage boxes. I've found many that would house my kids 1,000 and counting Lego pieces. It truly lives up to its name. I think everyone should head here for a fun browse in and save exercise!

$ave. Love it. A cheap as chips store with a touch of class. I recommend going here when you've…read moremoved out and just want 'stuff' to fill your new living space with. Literally just 'stuff' to fill in those gaps. Other than that, great place for last minute gift ideas, chris kringles, or just for those little nibbles.

I am not entirely sure what the owner's purpose for running this op shop is. It doesn't appear to…read morebe for a charity, but prices are so cheap that I can't really see it as a place for people who want to make wads of folding money. The only other possibility I can think of is that the owners/workers are passionate about thrift in general, or maybe about recycling and cutting down waste, but I really don't know. Whatever their motives the result is an op shop that has items that are dirt cheap. I often find myself scurrying quickly away from the place in case they change their mind and charge me double on my items--that's right, a whole 80 cents, that's almost a $1! There is even an area outside and to the right of the entrance that has a sign "FREE" where items are free for people to take. No matter how many times you double check, they really mean it, that area is free. From the free zone I've wombled home wine glasses and shoe preservation boxes. Inside the store is three rooms: one for clothes, one for kitchenalia, and one for bric-a-brac and books. They've said they also have a furniture section but if there is one I couldn't work out how to get there but my guess is that it is next door to the main shop.

Suggest people search www.secondchanceinc.org to find out what this charity is all about. The…read morefurniture section is huge and is at 131 Richmond Road, Richmond, 5042. A very worthwhile organisation!

I have a bit of a fetish for pharmacies so I LOVE THIS STORE!! You can't miss the shop as it…read morescreams at you in bright primary colours of blue yellow and lots of red discount sale signs. As much as I love this shop, I hate the way it looks on Jetty Road. Anyway, you can find anything in here for your health, well being and beauty at an amazingly cheap price. There are rows and rows of products from floor to ceiling and a discount pharmacy for prescriptions right down the very back. On top of all the usual discounted products, there is a row of further marked down items as you wind your way along the checkout line. This chemist is particularly good for brand label fragrances at prices even cheaper than Duty Free. Always pick up a catalogue as you walk in to browse through current sales. If like me, you buy a lot of supplements, you probably won't find them cheaper anywhere else and they have a huge range to choose from which is really impressive. If you are female, I dare you to go in here and not buy anything.

This place is madness personified! It's packed to the brim with product and is hectic and a total…read moreassault on the senses. Prescriptions are promoted as being 50% cheaper and they also have two other big claims. 'Australia's cheapest chemist' and 'Never be beaten on price'. The prescription I just had filled was cheaper than usual and there were discount stickers on products across the store. There is a clear system for dropping off, collecting and paying for prescriptions which allows them to deal with a lot of people in a fluid manner. It's fun browsing here as the range is huge. Vitamins, supplements, perfume, dental, haircare, makeup, first aid and so much more. It's so busy that I just recommend not going in if you've got a headache, unless of course you're going to buy a headache remedy - they've got plenty of those!

Everything under the sun is in this bargain shop and is in the same category as any other reject…read moreand bargain shops around, but it only has two stores with both located in the southern suburbs. As if it doesn't already have enough stuff, somehow there's always more room available for Xmas decorations of all sorts. I always manage to find something to buy in here whether it's a microfibre cloth, wrapping paper, a screw driver and anything else I don't want to pay full price for at the supermarket. Le Cheap also sells shopping trolleys in funky colours at much cheaper prices than buying them at the central market! Basically, if you're not averse to buying from cheap shops there are real bargains to be had, plus they have come a long way to being accepted into main stream shopping. Remember that buying from a name brand shop doesn't mean it isn't going to break as soon as you use it.

Le Cheap is a bargain bits and pieces store in the same category as cheap as chips and the reject…read moreshop. I always seem to be impressed with Le Cheap and their variety. They have loads of stuff from kitchen and home wares, to toys, books, and everything else you'd expect in such a store. There are a couple of stores in Adelaide, and the staff are helpful in that if there is something you want that they don't have they'll ring the other store to see if they have it.

Definitely stop off here for winter supplies! So many fluffy socks and dressing gowns and hoodies…read moreand fluffy PJ pants - this really is the perfect place to come and prepare for hibernation. (Plus it's right next to Cheap as Chips so you can stock up on junk food and tinned soup too) You will also find some regular "going out in public" kinds of clothes here too. All of it tends to be on the cheaper end of the scale and there are plenty of wardrobe basics such as leggings, track pants, plain socks and T-shirts. But you can also find some really cool stuff that you just wouldn't see anywhere else. As the name suggests, this is not high fashion, and the store reflects that. The venue is underground and very little has been done in the way of decorating. It is not a place for the claustrophobic shopper. However, prices are cheap, there is a lot to choose from and the owners have never judged me for buying 16 pairs of bed socks at once.