Mother's Day Gift Guide 2024

Beatrix Bakes: Another Slice by Natalie Paull

Sweet-toothed superstar and bestselling baker Natalie Paull returns with Beatrix Bakes: Another Slice, an all-new compilation of colourful, creative recipes to delight fans and newcomers alike. 

These are the cakes and desserts Nat has loved to eat since closing her cult cafe and bakery in inner Melbourne in 2022. By popular demand, the book includes legendary bakes that were not in the hit original Beatrix Bakes (hello lemon cream tart and chocolate sour cream layer cake). Discover recipes for irresistible cookies and tray bakes, cakes, tarts, pies (and a strudel), doughs and epic day-off baking projects to fill your weekend. 

Sister Viv by Grantlee Kieza

The inspiring story of the nursing hero who survived a wartime massacre and dedicated her life to saving others - from the critically acclaimed, bestselling author of The Remarkable Mrs Reibey, Hudson Fysh, Lawson and Banjo.

Bangka Island, 1942: Australian Army nurse Vivian Bullwinkel was just twenty-six when Japanese soldiers marched her and her fellow nurses into the shallow waters of a remote beach to be executed. Miraculously, Vivian would be the lone survivor - and she committed the rest of her long life to an exceptional peacetime career which she lived in tribute to her lost friends. 

Safe Haven  by Shankari Chandran

Out on 1 May 2025 - The new novel from the Miles Franklin award-winning author of Chai Time at Cinnamon Gardens.

After arriving in Australia seeking asylum, Fina dedicates herself to aiding the refugees held in a detention centre at Port Camden, a remote island outpost. Appalled by the mistreatment of those in custody, Fina speaks out to the media about the poor conditions within the facility, as a result she is arrested, taken from her home in the small country town of Hastings and threatened with deportation. When a security officer dies under suspicious circumstances, Lucky, a special investigator, arrives to uncover the truth. Her mystery is tied to Fina’s fate—and the secrets of the detention centre will divide the town and the nation.

Safe Haven is about displacement and seeking refuge—but ultimately it is a story about finding home—and the lengths you’ll go to find safety and love.

Puzzles and games

Puzzles and games are a great way to spend time together (or alone). 

Browse our great range of puzzles and games that cover a great range of literary subject (and, of course, dogs, pets and cats!!).

Canberra MONOPOLY

We've been waiting for a while for this one. But it is finally here!  Celebrate and explore Australia's capital city - our own home town, Canberra, with this special edition of MONOPOLY. 

Take a tour of the city's most iconic destinations and businesses while you buy and sell your way to the top!  As you move around the board you will find local utilities, landmarks, and fabulous attractions.

But be careful! The fun doesn't stop while exploring Canberra! There are investments to be done, so don't wait - roll the dice and enjoy the Canberra edition of MONOPOLY.

Socks

Who doesn't love or need a great pair of socks. We have a great range from Blue Q and Jumbly Umph. 

With something to suit everyone you are sure to find a pair that make a statement!!