A Priceline is a Priceline is a Priceline, and apart from the fact that Hobart's CBD one isn't open…read moreon Sundays, it's A-OK. I like that the staff do wander the aisles for those of us standing in front of displays and struggling with indecision. Priceline's range is solid, and for people like me who have friends who've recently started beauty blogging and therefore enabling us to explore ourside our comfort zones, having cheap and affordable things like the Australis Velourlips matte lip creams in stock (even though the colour I'm desperate for right now needs restocking, come on Priceline, I put my name down over a week ago for Doo-Bai get on that) mean that ducking in here on a lunch break is quick and easy. Join the Sister club for free in order to get free perks and quarterly discounts, it's worth it if you're even a semi-regular shopper.

"Your pharmacist has a rock star kinda name," a friend commented when I instagrammed my cold and…read moreflu tablets. (Yeah, I did that. Don't look at me funny.) I don't know if I was served by the rock star himself that morning when I rocked up not long after opening time and said "PLEASE HELP ME I THINK I AM DYING" or something along those lines, but in any case, Jerry Hampton's Amcal North Hobart Pharmacy has become my go-to pharmacy. I ditched the one up the road when I showed up after 1pm on a Saturday and it was closed. Sorry guys, but when this one here is open until 10pm every night, it's a no-brainer. Also, they were happy to give me pseudoephedrine for my cold virus, without hesitation. Winner. (Plus: the tablets totally helped and I was well on the way to recovery by the time I was finished the run of them.)

From the owner: At North Hobart Pharmacy, we pride ourselves on being more than just a place to pick up…read moreprescriptions — we're a trusted part of the local community. What sets us apart is our personalised approach to healthcare. Our pharmacists take the time to listen, explain, and support every customer’s health journey. We combine old-fashioned customer service with modern pharmacy services, including medication reviews, vaccination clinics, Webster packing, and expert advice tailored to your needs. Our team is multilingual and culturally diverse, ensuring inclusive and respectful care for all. As a proudly independent pharmacy, we focus on building lasting relationships and delivering consistent, compassionate service — every day of the week.