We are on holidays at the moment and dropped in here to grab fish and chips last night. They have some really good combo deals. We got combo #6...2 pieces of cod, 2 dim sims, 2 seafood sticks, 2 pineapple fritters, chips and a 1.25L Coke for $16.50! The food was fresh and tasted good. The lady who served us looked bored and was very short with us as we ordered.

Approximate cost: $16.50 for combo #6

Open Doors provides counselling and support services for lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender (LGBT) young people aged 12 to 24 and their families who live in South East Queensland.

Open Doors will also work with service providers and communities in the South East Queensland region -

Open Doors is open from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday to Friday. They accept referrals from young people, families, friends, schools and other services.

The support they provide includes:

Reconnect Program
Peer Mentor Program
Drop-In (12 to 18)
Young and Proud (18 – 24)
Jellybeans (transgender young people)
QueerYarn (Indigenous young people)
Queeriosity Youth Festival

They provide support to family members to assist them to support and have healthy relationships with their children. Where a parent or a young person requests, they will provide mediation between family members to assist communication and in the resolution of current conflicts.

Approximate cost: $FREE

I was a patient of Dr Mary Ellaway here, and she is one of the most thorough GP's I have ever had. Tyack health not only has GP's, they also have physio, bowen therapy, massage, psychologists, and a really good weight loss program.

The actual centre looks like a resort. Gorgeous gardens and a really 'at home' feel.

If you're in the area and are wanting any of these services, this is the place to go!

Approximate cost: $55 GP appt

I think their fares are way overpriced. It's like we are being punished for not living in Melbourne. It's fine if you're a concession card holder, but for the rest of us it's worth it to drive to Melbourne and back rather than save the meager amount we would if we travelled with them.

Pretty big store with just about everything you could think of for your pet's health. There is a HUGE variety of fish to choose from, and their prices are on a par with other local suppliers.

If you're looking for something for a more unusual pet, this is not the place to shop. Their products appear to be limited to cats, dogs, birds, fish.......

We got some pigs ears for our fur babies when we were there, and their price was good. $10 for 5. We were happy with that.

Located in the most beautiful spot right next to the lake, this establishment offers good meals at mid-range prices. Ideal for a light meal and a walk around the lake. Fresh, fresh ingredients in their salads. We both had salad and were already planning our next visit when we left!
Seating is comfortable and intimate. We were able to hold a private conversation without worrying about eavesdroppers.

Happy customer here.

Approximate cost: $22

This is the best hire place in Bendigo. They have trailers, cold rooms, power tools, scaffolding, mowers, air compressors, compacting equipment, generators, heaters, mulchers and much more. We paid $67 for the trailer hire for half a day.

Hayley was the lady who looked after us when we hired a trailer. She was friendly, professional and so helpful.

One of the men came and hooked the trailer up for us and made sure everything was ok before we left. The personal touch really makes the difference.

Approximate cost: $67 half day trailer hire

Choosing a flavour is the most difficult part of the adventure once you get here. I got a mint choc chip waffle cone and my partner a cookies and cream. They are a bit pricey, but that's usual for an ice creamery, I guess. Their coffee is good too. They also sell other snacks like cakes, muffins, slice.

I really need to give praise where it is due in this instance. I have an anaphylactic reaction to onion, and when I dropped in to grab myself a nice fresh salad roll, the staff bent over backwards to make sure I could have what I wanted with no risk to my health. Usually people get narky if you have to be specific about how your food is prepared...not here. I now frequent the deli whenever I am nearby.

Of the standard, cheaper pizza 'Big 3', Eagle Boys comes out on top. Their bases are beautiful and their range of toppings is extensive. I always go my fav Aussie pizza with them because nobody else has it!

Approximate cost: $20