For bargain shops and bargain chain shops in particular, i'm a big fan of this one. Reason being,…read morethey sell cool bird cages. Who the, what the, how the... they really can get everything here. Their bird cages are equal if not better quality than the petstore or kmart ones, they aren't as expensive and they are way way way bigger in size. If you're after that sort of thing. They also have some really nice dog carry crates, both hard and soft. I've never seen them there before. And on the internet the exact same soft crate was in the $70 range where the one here was in the $40 range. Shop here and you'll save some big money on big ticket items, I think they're expanding their product range (if they can) into the bigger ticket items so not everything costs $2 anymore. It's nice to see a well-organised bargain shop as well, when I walk in, I know I'll be treated with a smile and know exactly where to find what i'm looking for.

Outstanding customer service from the lady working here. Unlike a lot of other discount stores,…read morethings were kept in a very orderly way, even though they were short on space. There were a tonne of options for travellers.

Another gem for craft enthusiasts, and anyone happy to poke around. A great number of good stock at…read morediscounted prices. The staff are helpful, and pleasant. I have been coming here for a long time. Their home decor and thoughtful gift lines are wonderful, if you are content to take your time. Storage, stationary and seasonal lines do change occasionally, basically their is good. Good place to explore, and discover more, of what you suddenly, think you must have? Enter at your own risk, and enjoy!

This along with the newly opened Stacks (Myer center) may be the only traditional dollar stores…read moreleft in the city. The Japanese $2.80 shops are squeezing them out. RS has a decent variety of goods and the quality is fine for this sorry of thing. You won't find a container whose lid doesn't fit or a hair barrette that works once. Here are some of the sections on offer: gift wrap n cards, art & stationery, bags/suitcases, containers, decor, candles/oils, frames and pictures, gardening, pets, laundry/linen, car, kitchen, clothes, beauty, phone/PC accessories, candy, tinned food...

I'm not really sure if I should be offended with the name "THE REJECT SHOP"…read more...does it make me a reject if I want to buy everything in its vicinity? ...But judging from the number of people wedged in on a weekday I am not the only reject who relies on this store. This place has saved my butt on numerous occasions, from awkward lunch date fiascos to that time the batteries in my boombox died. This store has everything you could ever possibly need in life. Novelty tins in shape of currency, oodles of stationary, leather belts, cheap candy, garden hoses, office chairs, perfume, speakers, DVD cabinets, small motorized helicopters, solar garden lights, clothing of all kinds, shortbreads, santa suits, blackboards, pottery wheels, diaries, beach tents, boogie boards, miniature drum kits AND a family pool. If you are ever in the city and feel a strong urge for a mini sewing machine or perhaps a rug in the shape of lassie I strongly recommend you give the Reject Shop a gander.

I have been visiting this souvenir shop every chance I get when in Brisbane. Timing is important…read moresince the bulk sale specials are random. Today was a good day to go by and select unique gifts over stores would not have or have limited selections. The daytime staff is a lot more friendly and conversational than the evening crew, probably due to age and maturity. Overall, I like the service, especially during the morning hours and would recommend people visiting during these hours.

Excellent customer service provided by them. Went out of their way to make sure I received…read moreeverything I want to order.

For discount variety shops, U & I are one I had never previously heard of. Sure you have the Crazy…read moreClarks and Dollars and Sense... but U & I? Who am I? I was surprised to find some good steel framed chairs for kids. They were really cheap too, with disney characters on them. I had been looking for these ones for a while, not the cheap plastic ones with legs that bend, these are good steel hardy ones. Saves me a trip to IKEA to tell you the truth and i'm thankful for that. What you will also find here are your usual bargain shop nonsense, but they do have a pretty good range of wall stickers and doorway hanger uppers as well as party accessories that don't suck. Truly. I bought a lot of party stuff for my daughter's first here. The staff know where everything is in the chaos that is their store, and are pretty friendly too. I'd definetely come here for cheap batteries or specific knick knacks I need through the year.

Outfits for men that don't cost an arm and a leg. T-shirts…read morethat are funky from $15. This is the place to find presents for your man or another man - men in general. They have recently just opened a store in Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre, and although the shirts are cheaper than the average man shop, the quality isn't too bad either. It lies somewhere between Cotton On and Just Jeans, which in my books, isn't too bad at all, seeing that men will do the same thing to a $100 shirt they do to a $15. So why break the bank right? I got Christmas presents for my brother and my husband here, when I was walking around thinking what the ... should I get them this time. So if you're doing some shirt shopping, try them out, they also have a range of formal wear, hats belts and other accessories as well. It'll be interesting to see what happens to them in the long run.

This shopping centre is fantastic for people living in Brisbane's western suburbs. It has a…read moreWoolworths, Coles, ALDI, Kmart, Target & Big W. And over 200 specialty stores. The centre is fairly modern. And it is generally easy to find a parking space! And it's like 5 minutes from my house!

Just like supermarkets in foreign lands, dollar shops are an endless source of fascination; gadgets…read moreyou didn't think you needed until you saw it dangling in front of you for shrapnel and other randomness that can only be found in the depths of these types of stores. As a Yelp CM planning events for y'all, a dollar shop is a gal's best friend and with a shopping list with 'Feather Boas' at the top, Direct Savings in Stones Corner came up trumps. I grabbed one in every colour of the rainbow. They've extended their premises since I was last here but that's just more room for wonderment. Most things are $10 and under and from kitchen gadgets, stationery, party costumes and party decor you're every cheap-ass need is covered here. Heck, I even picked up a $5 iPhone case that screams - I just don't give a damn what my iPhone case says about me anymore. Walk in for a gander and come out loaded with cheep and cheerful treasures!

Well its one of the most useful shops around theses days. From sunnies to party stationery homes…read morewares . I normally grab a coffee from and pop in there for a short visit . Friendly service. Also the iphone cables works wonderful for around $5.99 , same as the quality you get from the professional stores . Cards and bags are plenty. Hardware are the best range within the area. Hooks sticky ones perfect for the house. Although the front doesn't look big. Inside is huge.

Are you are fruit and veg snob? By this, I mean... Do you find yourself only picking the pretty…read moreshaped fruits, in the pretty clean shop? You might want to spend some time on the ugly ducklings and the underdogs because you might surprise yourself- in a good way. Darra is known for its Asian grocery stores, authentic Viet/Chinese restaurants, but this fresh food market in Darra has got to be one of the best here. It may look a bit run down from the outset, but definitely not compromised in terms of stock. The fruit are all good quality but they are not the most good looking. Some are oddly shaped, mismatched and with slight grazes, but still very tasty. In fact, there was a fruit picker who once told me that, big super market chains prefer to pick really traditionally good looking fruit, but it may not necessarily product the best taste. Whereas, small grocers like this are happy to sell on the odd looking ones with good rich flavour at a fraction of the cost. I would urge you all to give these little guys a chance, it's worth it. K & K Fresh Food Market don't just sell fresh fruit and veg produce, they also have an extensive range of Asian canned and packet goods inside the store. You will find a massive range in noodles from thin rice noodles to thick egg noodles, a variety of rice and packeted frozen meats. There is plenty of Asian cooking oil, sauces, seasonings, spices and more to be found here at considerably low prices to that in Woolies or Coles. If you are planning on making an Asian dish, I would highly recommend going to this ethnic grocer, K & K's, as opposed to a bit chain supermarket, so you can get the most authentic flavours at a fraction of the cost. I would also like to add, that this place is quite busy on weekends particularly on a Sunday where there is often a rush of people after mass investing in their weekly household goods.

Next time I visit MOZI I'm leaving my coins and cards at home. Yes, it's just that gosh darn…read moretempting to buy everything in this store. I remember when MOZI launched and was such a small collection of knick knacks for the kitchen. And now look at this little Aussie brand that could! Measuring spoons, plastic bag holders (yes, they're a thing!), bowls, tea towels, plates, dog leads, napkins, and even candles are all neatly displayed in their "print story" categories making a visit to MOZI on trendy James Street an organised mind's dream. Everything is in its place and it makes it that much easier to find what you're looking for. It's fun without being frivolous and twee without being saccharine. If you're looking for a quirky and unique gift for a loved one getting married, moving into a new house, having a baby, birthday, engagement, just because...you get the point...MOZI should most certainly be on your list. The prices are what I personally would consider reasonable with most items being under $40. PS: If someone gifts me the sequined fox tote, I might just have kittens.