 Creative Native Aboriginal
Art Gallery and Emporium :
The largest Aboriginal at gallery and emporium in WA display a superb collection of both
traditional and contemporary Aboriginal art pieces, artifacts and weapons. There is a
range of authentic tribal artifacts on offer, including boomerangs, nulla nullas (fighting
sticks), shields, spears, woomeras (spear throwers) and carved emu eggs. Great gift ideals
include quality T-shirts, pottery, jewellery, scarves, hats and clothing.Creative Native
has a magnificent two-storey emporium and gallery in King Street, Perth, and a second
outlet in Fremantle. Both shops are open seven days a week.
Games
If you're into war games or have a hobby, you'll want to drop into VALHALLA, just opposite Perth railway station. Here
you'll find a huge range of war games, fantasy/sci-fi, games software, kits, figures and
books and the shop is open Sunday afternoon.
Jewellery
& Gemstones
WA produces some of the finest gemstones and opals in the world, as well as iron ore
jewellery, exquisite diamonds from the north west and many hand-crafted items. Overseas
visitors can buy them duty free at the following outlets if they take along their airline
ticket and passport. Discover the wonder of the unique gems of Australia at COSTELLO'S in London Court. A jewellery retailer with
experience spanning three generations, Costello's features a stunning collection of Argyle
Diamonds, including the rare Pink and popular Champagne diamonds, together with South Sea
pearls and opals.
Mostly Clothing
For many visitors to this country, the designs of Ken Done say Australia. Perth has its
own KEN DONE merchandise outlet, stocking quality
giftware and clothing all of which feature the instantly recognizable colours and designs
of Ken Done - and it's just around the corner from the main Myer entrance in Forrest
Place. On leaving Australia, don't forget to visit OFFSHORE
AUSTRALIA, the only surfwear store at the airport for
all your tax free purchases. PURELY AUSTRALIAN CLOTHING CO.
for quality Australian clothing. Visit six convenient locations for real Aussie brandnames
such as Coogi, Drizabone, Aukubra and also for the Olympic 2000 Range. For more Australian
gear THE NAIVE SHEEP in Fremantle will kit you out in
the finest selection of Australian clothing - wool jumpers, Drizabone oilskin coats, Ugg
boots and more. If you are looking for that special souvenir, their range of Australian
gifts is bound to satisfy you.
FACTORY OUTLETS DIRECT have a huge range of brand
name, Australian made fashions, all reduced to clearance prices. In addition to this find
sheep skin products, gifts and food court with international cuisine. All this
conveniently located under one roof.
BEAUGLEN ALPACA EMPORIUM. The only place in the
metropolitan area where you can browse through an extensive range of alpaca products.
Alpascas' soft fleece make excellent wool to produce fine jumpers, hats, jackets, bears
and rugs all of which you can buy at the E Shed on Victoria Quay.
Souvenirs & More
KARRINYUP SHOPPING CENTRE, north of Perth, abounds
with all types of small boutiques plus a range of bigger department stores - all under the
same roof. Live your shopping fantasies and afterwards, relax in one of its fantastic
restaurants.
HOME PROVEDORE :
A new home wares shop for that something extra special has opened at 39 Market Street,
Fremantle. Browsers will find gourmet and professional cookware, tableware, glassware, a
huge selection of cookbooks and utensils. You are guaranteed to find something here that
you like.
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Ganada :
The only Aboriginal-owned gallery and emporium in Perth and Broome. Visitors can enjoy a
unique shopping experience, where they can be assured of friendly and informative service.
Range includes art from various artists, didjeridoos, carved emu eggs, boab nuts, books
and designer items.
Duty
Free Goods
Unlike many other countries where duty free goods are only available at the airport, WA
law allows visitors to purchase a range of duty free goods from stores located in the
cities of Perth and Fremantle. This has resulted in stiff competition and some of the
cheapest duty free price in the world.
Two of Perth's best duty free outlets are COMPASS DUTY FREE and GATEWAY DUTY FREE, and both are conveniently located in the
centre of the city. Compass is downstairs is the Murry Street Mall. Whilst Gateway is on
the first floor of City Arcade, just over the Murray Mall from Myer.
KING STREET
This area has undergone something of a facelift over the last few years. All along the
street, what where once derelict warehousrs are now gourmet cafes and leading fashion
houses with a collective reputation for style and originality. In this one relatively
small area you can dine 24 hours in European inspired cafes, browse through specialist
music and book stores, take in some culture at indigenous and contemporary art galleries.
If you feel like listening to a local band there are friendly pubs where there is often
music on the weekends or if you want to stay out that bit later there's a choice of
nightclubs just on Murray Street, where there is plenty of entertainment
Opals
Opals are particularly popular with visitors, and vary greatly in quality and price. There
are four basic qualities to look for in opals: colour, brilliance, pattern and clarity.
The first two features will be obvious even to the untrained eye. You will find
photographic examples of fine quality opals in the pages of this guide, and expert advice
is available is available from the staff at the following outlets!
OPAL EXPLORATION, conveniently situated on the first
floor just inside Hay Street Mall, Barrack Street end, offers a wonderful choice in the
finest quality opals. Guaranteed. Their specialty is Black and Boulder opal. Japanese,
Chinese and German speaking staff will help you choose from the vast range of factory
direct priced opals and jewellery. If you are interested in opals, Opal Exploration is a
must.
The OPAL STRIKE chain is the world's largest retailer
and manufacturer of opal jewellery so you will find competitively priced opals (sold tax
free to international visitors on presentation of travel documents). You also have the
chance to visit the opal cutting workshop and information centre.
Sheepskin & More
WOMBAT LODGE : With huge number of sheep that are
farmed all over the State, it is hardly surprising that sheepskin is sold here at highly
competitive prices. Another plus is that sheepskin products are light - a blessing for
those who are already worry about their luggage weight limit. One of Perth's longest
established sheepskin retailers, Wombat Lodge, is open seven days a week and stocks the
famous uggboots as well as a full range of Australian sheepskin and kangaroo products,
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