This outlet mall is very close to the BNE airport. Parking can be challenging during the mid day…read morehours. The stores are inside, and the eateries are of great variety. Overall, great buys at this outlet in Brisbane, especially the 2XU outlet store.

As a tourist looking for Australian gifts to return back home, there was only one small shop that…read morehad the keychains, bags, Tea towels, wallets, boomerang, etc, Australian marked items to buy and share with family/friend's back home. Definitely more affordable than the shops at the airport. I appreciated the free shuttle service to/from the airport that circulated every 20-30 min. Plenty of eating places also.

If you ever have to meet anyone at "the shopping centre" at Cannon Hill, be very clear with your…read moreinstructions. I don't know which braniac came up with this (I'm sure there's a history to it), but there are actually TWO "plazas" on the corner here. Maybe even three. Things are very awkward in Cannon Hill. Cannon Central Shopping Centre is like Kmart Plaza's evil twin. Located RIGHT next door, it's dark and dingy and there seems to be a generally unclean feeling about the place. Stop in here if you absolutely must visit the monstrous cheap shop at the top of the escalator, but let it be known that it may be... at your peril.

This is an undiscovered gem. You will find two different op shops, a range of ingredients for foods…read morefrom around the world and some vintage goodies. There is a huge Sam's warehouse and many smaller discount shops including Trad's and a true $2 shop (behind Woolies and near BCF). Yes, it's a bit more low-brow than Kmart Plaza, and it is at the other end of the complex to Bunnings, but come for a treasure hunt and you won't be disappointed. Also has a BOQ and Woolies.

I probably go to the Queen Street Mall too often. At some level, I feel lame for not exploring…read moreother options or areas. However, it's just too easy. It's well located and has just about everything one could want. There's food, drinks, movies, food, drinks, clothes, mobile phones, banks, etc, etc, etc. The current construction is a bit annoying, but it's hard to knock improvements being made. The result is a bit of a bottleneck with the huge crowds walking around on weekends. This is a problem when you walk faster than basically any other human in existence and are incredibly impatient. So, it's probably more of a problem just for people like me, which thankfully, I don't believe can be found in abundance. I like that there is often music and the people watching is tremendous.

I find Queen Street Mall a very convenient place to shop and to eat at some point. Luckily I found…read morethe bag I am looking for and its here, I also get to watch some movies after.

At one time back in the 1990s, Centro Toombul was one of the biggest and busiest shopping centres…read moreon the north side, until Westfield Chermside came along. Centro Toombul, which once had a big cinema, is now a shell of its former self - the cinema closed down years ago and David Jones finally shut its doors last year. However, like a Phoenix rises from the ashes, Target has now opened its doors in the old DJ's location, bigger, better and brighter than before. That David Jones was so sad and old and depressing, but the Target is huge! It has really rejuvenated the shopping centre, and I believe there is talk of a new cinema opening up in late 2012. Toombul is a great shopping centre when you don't want to battle the crowds of Chermside, as it has all the essential shops - supermarket, discount bargain shops, fashion stores, food courts, deli, bottle-shop, fruit and vege shop and more. It also has an Aldi, which Chermside doesn't have. There are a number of good eateries both in the food courts and outside the centre, including Sushi Train, Zarraffa's Coffee, Billy Baxters and Mehfil Indian. There is also a 24 hour McDonald's on top of the Toombul shopping centre.

Centro Toombul is the oft forgotten middle-aged cousin of Westfield Chermside…read more While it doesn't have it's big carpark and epic maze of shops, Toombul Shopping Centre has everything that you need in a suburban shopping centre. There's a Target and a KMart for all your basic department store needs, several cafe's and eateries, a Coles and Aldi for groceries, and a whole bunch of other random stores and things to do. The cinema's recently reopened up here, too. Definitely going to check those out soon!

If you ever have to meet anyone at "the shopping centre" at Cannon Hill, be very clear with your…read moreinstructions. I don't know which braniac came up with this (I'm sure there's a history to it), but there are actually TWO "plazas" on the corner here. Maybe even three. Things are very awkward in Cannon Hill. What I do feel I really need to tell you is that the one plaza closest to Creek Rd is officially "Cannon Hill Kmart Plaza" and it is the best of the three. It's well-lit, clean and cheerful, and as it's the closest set of shops near my current workplace, I've been frequenting it for more than five years now for necessity's sake (Australia Post for bills & postage, Mister Minit for keys & watch batteries, etc). While it's still very suburban plaza chic (compared to the monstrosity that is Westfield Carindale a mere suburb down the road), it's FINE. You know? It'll do. It's got a few chain stores that Carindale doesn't (e.g. Kmart, Loot, Autograph), a few Carindale DOES (Coles, Liquorland, EB Games, Payless Shoes, Gloria Jeans, Coffee Club, etc omg okay so there are a lot of double-ups, not my problem), and Deli Talk, but you can read more about Deli Talk on their own Yelp page (as well as some of the other shops in the Plaza). If I gave CHKP any more than three stars, they'd just be for my personal memories that are associated with it (like getting my passport), but if I strip them out, it's still absolutely A-OK here.

So this is the best Kmart I have ever been to. Ever. This. Is. Not. A. Drill. People…read more I headed there on my first solo driving trip in QLD in a car I've never driven before and was happy to make it there without getting lost or breaking the car. Win. First off. Probably the biggest Kmart I've ever been to. Homewares everywhere. I was in cheapo decorating heaven. But I was not to be distracted. I was there for certain things and that was all I was getting. Wait do I need four empty terrariums? Alice. No. Control yourself. I found everything I needed pretty quickly and they - shock horror - had everything I wanted (and so, so much more) I filled my trolley nicely (quilt, laundry stuff, bathroom bits, hangers, desk) and headed to pay WITHOUT buying any candles, paintings, extra bedding or hanging things at this stage - you cannot believe how freaking proud of myself I am. The check out kid was so cute. I got all flustered at the check out trying to get everything out of my trolley without decapitating someone with my desk and he was so patient. I am super excited to return and fully unleash myself on the joy that is Kmart. Bring it on.

The bathrooms are repulsive. And I mean feral. Think blocked sinks for years with revolting build…read moreup and gunk and splashback from that going up on your hands. This is a good example of an establishment that doesn't care for the customers, and profits only from there being no competition. Gasworks is surface level "luxury" only. The centre management has been informed at least five times. They were also advised there would be reviews going up about this. They have been given multiple methods to unblock in case it is beyond their expertise.... I don't frequent the place because of this. If I owned any of the "luxury businesses" I'd be asking for it to be fixed immediately. The bathrooms have gross chemicals sprayed into the air but inadequate air venting making them really disgusting - like a chemical or poop sauna. The only good thing about the place is who you might meet in dog parking.

Love the place! I was only here yesterday. Went for a jog down here for some yoghurt. This place is…read morebeautiful at nighttime, all lit up with amazing colours and light displays but very soothing. You have to see it! I've been to Max Brenner, Yoflo Yoghurt + Fruit Bar, The Standard Market Company, Terry White, Optus and Woolworths. I've been to Gasworks a couple of times and have enjoyed it. I like the variety of shops and convenience of it being near-by. I would like to try the other restaurants and shops. They have a new restaurant there I think. The Defiant Duck. I enjoy the modern look of gasworks and it's green field. You can see children playing and you can relax on grass and eat yoghurt. I especially like lying down on the grass in the late evening with friends, family and/or significant other and staring up at the sky, while the rings of light on the old gas frame change colours. It really is magical! For a great variety of shops and restaurants and to check out the nighttime display you can't go wrong at Gasworks.

I love Broadway On The Mall (BOTM). It may not be as popular these days compared to the Myer Centre…read moreor even Queen St Mall, but it still has some lovely boutiques, cafes, takeaways and services located inside. The food court is located on the ground level and contains Italian, mixed-Asian, Japanese, American, Indian and even a big Coffee Club. All other stores are scattered across the 4 levels, which it is made up of. There are entrances from Queen St (where you will find Hype DC), as well as on the 1st level near the recently opened Scotch & Soda retail store. It's not very busy during the weekdays compared to the weekends. And unfortunately, there are still a number of vacant shops, which makes it look a little dreary. But overall, I still think it's a great place to shop. Just needs a little more support from Brisbanites as well as a bit of TLC from the BOTM managers.

Anyone who says that Brisbane lacks culture need to get their tooshes to James Street in the…read moreValley. This beautiful leafy precinct is home to countless boutiques, salons, galleries, interior design studios, cafes and restaurants. Despite being known as a more ritzy and expensive area, there are plenty of things to do on James Street on a budget such as getting a fantastic cup of coffee from Merlo, seeing an art-house film at Palace Centro cinema, or even just browsing the one off shops in the area. Even as a person who lives close by, I'm never bored on James Street. There are constantly new businesses opening in and around the precinct making it a fantastic place to meet friends or spend your day off. In the middle of 2011, James Street launched Thursday night Up Late, allowing for longer trading hours and a night time option for patrons. James Street is the perfect place to waste a beautiful, sunny Brisbane day. And if you have an interstate or international friend to impress with food, wine, shopping or culture, James Street should be a priority on the itinerary.

This is quite a really nice street. Boutique retailers, bars, and restaurants. When you do come…read morehere, you can window shop, and if you spend, prepare to spend $$$. During the day , this place has a certain humm about it. Have a really nice coffee in one of the many " nook " Cafes scattered up and down the street sitting on the foot path , people spotting, and car spotting as well. By night the place transforms , into a hustling, bustling, night spot. Quite during the week, but Friday and Saturday nights, this place goes off. From the fairy lights in the trees,gleaming Lamborghinis , Porsches, Ferraris, to the beautiful babes. The restaurants and bars, definitely worth the look. When here try , The Cru bar,6's & 7's, Gerad's bistro & bar. Bucci, The QA, Ribs and Burgers, The Yiros shop, and much, much more.

What on Earth happened to Kmart since I was a kid? Whatever it is - it's a good thing. No wait, a…read moregreat thing! I had my school's swimming carnival on Wednesday. Tuesday evening was the prime time I decided to search for a green shirt to wear (school spirit and all). I left Kmart after a 15 minute trip (including parking) holding a $3 shirt. THREE DOLLARS. What. Even. So you want a bargain? Go to Kmart. Honestly. I don't even understand. I also bought my lady a pie machine for Christmas from there. I'm hoping she won't read this, but it was $12 and it's fantastic. So impressed. Kmart also has self serve checkouts for those who like, as well as normal checkouts. The staff on the door I've noticed are quite nice. There's also a Kmart Tyre and auto. If you weren't aware Kmart is actually in Toombul shopping centre, conveniently close to the undercover parking. If you've not been to Kmart for a while, as I hadn't, you really must take a look.