The name says it all. At "Hot Bargain" (which usually takes about 9 or 10 of your hot dollars to…read morefind something good) you can get a number of great items at bargain prices. I know there are a bunch of dollar stores around selling all kinds of goods from overseas for cheap, but this place is my local one and always has something that I might need (a U.S. electrical converter, Australia souvenirs or hangers). Usually it's just random items that I might want to save a couple of dollars on, but it's fun to go in and see what they have in stock (since they are right by the news agency that I go to anyways). I've found electrical extension cords and multiple plug outlets to a pair of cotton gloves and a pack of black socks for my fiancé (he didn't do laundry and just needed some right away). Everything I've bought there works just fine and I get that it's not Myer or Harvey Norman, but who cares...it's Hot Bargain!

Their shop name is absolutely spot on. I bought a nice, solid pair of thongs for $6. $6! Where…read moreacross the road at Billabong, it would've cost me $25! They have LOADS of miscellaneous, mostly beach-related items, like thongs, beach umbrellas, sunglasses, towels, sunscreen, and lots of unrelated items like t-shirts, postcards, and the like. I'm pretty sure I also saw a few massive floating horses, the kind that kids ride in pools. Not sure how well they'd fare in the waves, though... And it's ALL fantastically cheap. So cheap, that I actually fear for the quality of it all... but so far my new thongs have served me well, so we're probably okay on that front.

I was surprised at how much better than your average dollar shop this variety store is. During…read moreOctober they had a really awesome Halloween display set up, with moving skeleton butlers, creepy crawlies, light up jack O lanterns and all things gooey. A friend of mine was on the look out for a decent Halloween costume (the theme was under the sea), and they had two entire aisles dedicated to props, costumes and novelties with every little detail to make her costume that much better. It's much better than your average variety store, with organised aisles (where everything is actually hanging and not on the floor), and pieces that you might actually consider buying. There's everything available for hen's night parties, costume parties and kids parties - not to mention the props they have for everything in between. Four stars for the range of products available.

Hi; was in today please the asian guy working there contact me very cute.. lots of smilesread more

If you're stuck for ideas and low on cash, head to Homeline Trader in Chatswood Chase. They have…read moreplenty of stock and the prices are ridiculously cheap. Having been invited to a Halloween birthday, I required a costume that was rather cheap. Browsing through the store, I immediately came across a cute outfit with the accessories only costing me a mere $2.50. I will definitely be returning for Christmas outfits this year and any decorations required! They also sell a range of homewares and decorative items such as candles. Would definitely recommend to those who are on a budget or are simply looking for cheap costumes!

I love this Dollar King store, it is very organized and well located (inside of the Pacific Square…read moremall). They sell pretty much everything, from decor, kitchen stuff to cleaning and sweet products. I bought a cute bedside table and a shoe rack there for a good price. They always have cleaning/personal products on sale.

When is Daiso going to open up a location in my home city?!…read more All these cute little things and sundries. Great even for a tourist to come by and pick up some supplies since one cannot pack everything they need! Great selection and located right in Regent Place Sydney CBD.

If you have never been to Daiso, please check it out! You can probably find everything here and all…read more(yes, almost everything) $2.80! Good quality, good looking, good taste, e.t.c. Oh, I have to mention that there are another Asian products, too, here. Why I give 4 stars instead of 5? Because I have to wait for a long time to check out, always long ques. If they add more cashiers I will give them 5 out of 5! ここのダイソーはシドニーでは最大規模の一つと思われてお薦めなのですが、その人気のため常にレジが長蛇の列でテキパキとさばいているのでまずまずですが、これが４つ星の理由です。もう少しレジの数が増えれば（忙しいときだけでも）５つ星をあげたいと思いまあーす！

Red Dollar is another one of those bargain shops that sells everything from Toothbrushes to picture…read moreframes. They are ridiculously cheap and constantly have new stock. They are also seasonal and support every single holiday that comes around. I go in and buy superglue ($2 for five tubes), baskets, gift wrapping and cards - they are cheaper than the supermarket and newsagents. Sometimes I just go in and look. It is surprising how much stuff they can fit in the shop, there's not much room to move. Starting as a single shop front, they soon took over the shop next door and doubled their size. I'm waiting to see what they do next. Excellent value and lots of fun.

This is the shop I love, as a crafter I can mostly find what i want as accessories for my craft…read more They also sell very good quality paint and accessories from Montmartre brand which is at a very accessible price I also discover a lot of new products every Saturday because they have a big turnover of products with a big varieties and novelties all the time. May be sometimes , it is hard to move around ,because of the products coming constantly in the shop ,but I manage to go around the shop. The manageress is a very nice and friendly lady and will always try to find what I want if not available in the shop.