So we only recently got BCF stores in SA, even though they have been in QLD for some time now. And…read moreI must say it didn't take me long to become a fan. I used to go to the one at Richmond but having one open at Noarlunga now is even better. I tend to use their online store to find what I want. Plus I can check store availability online as well. Then I will go to the store knowing what I want and how much it should cost. Although I did do this one day and ended up browsing their entire camping section for about an hour and comeing home with about an extra $50 worth of stuff I hadn't planned on buying! This is why I need lists and direction people!!!! I've also managed to find some harder to find items here like massive crab and prawn cookers. Never had an issue getting the stuff I find online in a store of theirs either, which I prefer to go to an actual store anyway and have a receipt and somewhere to go back to. And in case you live under a rock BCF stands for Boating, Camping and Fishing. They have all realted merchandise and equipment for such activities, even down to the fishing bait you can buy from their store.

We were so impressed by the service we received when we went to BCF Noarlunga last week. We were…read more looking at camping fridges, in particular the Waeco brand. We were served by the manager Brendon, who could not have been more helpful. He did a terrific deal for us on an ex display fridge and got all the necessary bits together to get it up and running. He carried it out to our car to check it was working satisfactorily too before the purchase. No pressure at all. We were very happy, however when we did a little research at home, it turned out that particular fridge didn't meet all of the specifications we were originally looking for. We rather sheepishly returned to the store today to ask if it was possible to return the fridge (we hadn't used it) and again Brendon put us at ease ( we felt uncomfortable as he had looked after us so well and it was such a good price) and he happily refunded our money and let us know about lay buy options and special offer catalogues so we can eventually get the fridge of our choice. Fantastic customer service, friendly professional staff and an amazing store with everything you could ever imagine for boating camping and fishing needs! I highly recommend a visit to BCF Noarlunga.

This cotton on is HUGE…read more My jaw dropped when I first saw it and it hit the floor when I walked in. you may not be aware but Rubi Shoes is a division of cotton on, so one section of this store is dedicated to shoes. Another section is dedicated to accessories and there are wall to wall clothes catering to guys, gals and kids for your browsing pleasure. If I'm in shopping mode, I can spend a good hour in here, happily sifting through shoes and pretty dresses while contemplating if buying another pair of wedge heels really is a bit obnoxious. The guys section is nearly as big as the girls, so your partner doesn't have to stand there awkwardly while you revel in the good feeling that is accessories, and he wont come back for a while (hopefully). I guarantee you wont leave here without a new something or other, so if you are trying to curb your spending, don't even walk past because the colourful television set display is the first thing you wont say no to.

Make sure you keep any children on a tight leash in here otherwise you may never find them again…read more My daughter and I popped in for a quick browse and ended up sucked into this time warp, only to come out one hour later. Like Elissa says this store is massive and has everything from your usual fashion items to shoes, pyjamas underwear and even swimwear and caters for the whole family. It is a great place to shop for you basic items like singlets and shorts. Most of the cotton dresses are very prone to creasing so you are better off buying something with a bit of lycra in it. If you are buying dresses I suggest the more T shirt style that you can just throw over a pair of bathers in summer. Their pyjamas are really good and the quality is there. We came away with some great summer pyjamas and a cute swing singlet. Considering the store is huge and the range is definitely on the cheaper side, they have done a really good fit out that doesn't feel cheap unlike some of the other competitors in the market.

I walk in slowly...knowing that after my last painful fling with Valleygirl, I'll most likely leave…read morewith no-one that paid attention to me...you know...like an abandoned stray cat. I had to walk all the way through to the back wall of the store before I am greeted warmly by an employee. I replied, "Hello! I'm looking for an outfit!" "Sure!" she said genuinely, "Let me help you! I'll take you around the store." I can tell she's going to be good at this. "Oh, don't worry about remembering everything I've picked out, I'll write this all up for you at the end." Wait. Is this surfy looking hot shorty actually HELPING me? Or is she just into the fact that I look like a businessman today because I am wearing my best baby blue business shirt and carrying my professional-looking black suitcase? The surf shop located 112-118 Rundle Mall is clearly "one of the best" I've experienced so far. (Am I allowed to say that cliche phrase again?) I was there for quite a while for what felt like at least 45 minutes, the employee was amazingly helpful, very friendly, got my joke about how "that red dress you've chosen is not going to last very long on my imaginary girlfriend" and...dare I say, she was sexy-lookin'. Not only was she sexy, but the beach straw hat, sexy red dress, sunnies, and shoes that she picked out for me was definitely the best looking outfit chosen by a a shop assistant so far. Obviously coming back here to bring sexy back. Honeymoon holiday gift for my next girlfriend? This is the place for that. I wonder what other shop can top this?

I can't quite remember the last time I saw anyone wearing Billabong or Quicksilver merchandise but…read morethere must be someone! *CUE HEAVY INTRO MUSIC AND SURF VIDEO* Jetty Surf will have most anything you want as far as surf and skate goes. Clothing, swim wear, shoes, boards, and bags. The staff are generally very helpful young whipper snappers. I don't shop here anymore, however I certainly used to. Surf shops were once my only outlet for fashion items, but my taste has since matured. But, if you feel like being a walking advertisement with the brand logo of your new t-shirt splashed across the fron of it, be my guest, it's one of the best places to go!

I love Witchery, it's my first stop in the city, at Tea Tree Plaza, Marion, Burnside and the Myer…read morecentre. The Norwood store is bigger than all of them but it's the only one I've ever been really disappointed with. So so so so so freaking rude. The clothes in Witchery are always contemporary, clean and stock great prints, shoes, bags, accessories and a whole new range of children's clothes and men's clothes. It is quite an expensive place (many tops are in excess of $80) but the quality is good and the sizes seem to be able to fit most people both petite and larger. The girl in the last review was talking about her petite size. I am quite the opposite and I really struggle to find a place where the L or the 14 fits me properly. So I can feel comfortable there. Let me take you back to my birthday. I had the day off of work and I had a party that night. I thought I'd treat myself to buying a new outfit from my favourite shop. Sales were on (Witchery always seem to have good sales) and the Norwood Witchery was my first stop because of their big range. During the day, there were not many people in there but the shop was quite messy probably due to the craziness of the good sales. I found a few things to try on but had a question to ask the lady at the counter about a particular size. I stood there and waited while she stood there popping display boxes open and talking to her friend about the weekend she just had. She looked me in the eye three times but kept going. When her friend left, she just looked down and kept going. I had to ask her to help me, but she wasn't willing to leave her box popping. She then asked the other lady to help me. She looked disgruntled to do it and refused to call another store for me. I left feeling about an inch tall and went to Witchery Burnside where the people were lovely and I bought a brilliant top. I'm not a complainer - it's not what I do, but I have never been treated so badly like I shouldn't be in a store. Please don't let it distract from how great the other Witchery stores are - I've only ever been helped.

Witchery at Norwood is different from the Rundle Mall store in two ways:…read more1. The service is friendlier 2. They actually stock my size So every time I come into the Rundle Mall store, all the XS and size 6s are gone. All the 35s in shoes are gone. Basically I'm just looking around at everything I like, wishing I could buy something, anything. But nothing fits. *cries* When you're petite, life is hard. Life is a struggle. Life is full of dilemmas. "Should I buy this now, or wait til it goes on sale? But what if they sell out of my size?" Many a time I have bought something for the full price, the next minute it goes on sale and there's about 5 remaining in my size. Ouch. Other times, I've waited til it goes on sale and they run out of my size. See what I meeeeean! So anyway, Witchery at Norwood is good for me. I don't know whether they stock more of my size, or whether they're just a quieter store so my size doesn't run out as quickly. Either way, I can shop in peace.

This store was recommended by the team at the original R M Williams store in Prospect to deal with…read moremy Stockman boots that they themselves could no longer repair. What a great recommendation it turned out to be! The cobblers did an outstanding job replacing the sole and heel, effectively adding another good few years of comfortable work wear out of a very reliable pair of legendary boots. In closing, I'd certainly encourage anyone with footwear needing repair to seek out the Ideal Shoe Store team. They will not disappoint. Moreover, their rates are very reasonable

I bought my Milleni leather messenger bag from here I'd say about seven years ago and I still wear…read moreit everyday. It was the best price I could find at the time and having worked down the road it was a eureka moment when I found it was there in store. Ideal Shoe Repair performs a great service to the local residents, workers and passers by as they cut keys and repair leather goods and the prices are reasonable. Besides selling hand bags they also sell lugguage and accesories like belts, shoe laces, shoe inserts and scraves plus jewellery and umbrellas. Being a dealer in leather they also sell leather protection such as polish, sprays and sealants for leather and suede, even motor bike accesories. Service is fast and friendly and keys are cut on the spot unless there's a few to do and depending on their work load, but overall a great long standing shop which has recently seen a facelift.

This is an independent op shop that supports community charities which makes it a little different…read morefrom your Salvos, Vinnies etc. It's a smallish store divided into three sections; the main one is clothes and books, then shoes, bags, bric-a-brac, electrical goods and home wares and then fabric, sewing supplies, toys and kids clothes. I have found a lot of nice items in here; clothes, shoes, some vintage glomesh bag action, brand new kids clothes, retro Tupperware and some unique and cool jewellery. There are often some good labels tucked in amongst the maturer lady items and their front cabinet is well worth a look.

Having called in to this shop a few times over the years, being enticed in by the sale items out…read morethe front, it is an interesting outlet. it has an unusual collection of shoes for all the family. Having said that, it sounds pretty bad, however it is worth dropping by if you have some time to spare as there is the occasional pair of really good shoes at quite a good price. It isn't consistent by any means in price or style but that's what makes it a little bit interesting. They sell men's shoes as well, predominantly Slatters and are a stockist of Skechers if that is your thing. They also have a selection of handbags and other accessories catering more for the more mature woman.

When my child was younger and could fit into the limit of size five, Ollie Ashenden was my first…read moreport of call, as he also had difficult feet to fit. This store is a godsend when it comes to getting the correct fit for your child's feet and no it's not cheap but there is a sales table usually out the front. It has been a family owned business for over 35 years in North Adelaide, so people know they can trust the staff to do a proper fit, ensuring your purchase is the right one. I've always found there is no problem for staff to go and get an armfull of boxes out from the back room for my child and I to try several different brands and she which suits and fits. They stock alot of Clarks and Grosby brands and also shoes and sandals which can accommodate orthopedic inserts. Plus fun stuff too like sneakers and thongs such as Dunlop, Crocs, Havaianas and other more exotic brands I've never heard of before. They come in various do ups like velcro, buckle, lace or slip on they've got them all. Definitely worth a trip out to North Adelaide.

I am always happy with both the service and the shoes we purchase from Ollie Ashenden. Initially I…read morehad to shop here because my son has such wide feet, but after experiencing their excellent range of quality shoes, there was no looking back. I recommend them without hesitation.