{"id":2059,"date":"2019-09-25T07:22:23","date_gmt":"2019-09-25T07:22:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.compareandchoose.com.au\/?p=2059"},"modified":"2019-09-25T07:22:23","modified_gmt":"2019-09-25T07:22:23","slug":"3-things-you-must-do-when-shopping-like-a-local-in-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.compareandchoose.com.au\/news\/3-things-you-must-do-when-shopping-like-a-local-in-australia","title":{"rendered":"3 Things You Must Do When Shopping Like A Local In Australia"},"content":{"rendered":"

Each year, more than\u00a09 million tourists land in Australia<\/a>. Not only are they lured in by the amazing weather and stunning sites, but the unique shopping experiences entice them, too. Australians love nothing more than to pass the time on a mammoth shopping trip and they certainly do it in style. So, when you\u2019re\u00a0planning a trip of a lifetime to Australia<\/a>, here are the shopping experiences that you must try.<\/p>\n

Check out the department stores<\/h2>\n

Australia is\u00a0well-known for its department stores<\/a>\u00a0and is packed full of them. The oldest department store in Australia,\u00a0David Jones<\/a>, sells an array of goods, including clothing, homeware, technology, and food. You can even earn rewards by shopping online with them. Target is another well-loved Australian department store that sells everything from beauty products, clothing, furniture, toys, and pet supplies. Big W is also worth a visit when you\u2019re planning a shopping spree in Australia. Owned by Woolworths Ltd, the chain caters to the fashion needs of men, women, and children, while also selling goods for the home and entertainment items.<\/p>\n

Clothes shopping is a must<\/h2>\n

If there\u2019s one thing that Australians love to shop for it\u2019s fashion. The Australian Securities & Investment Commission report that they spend $20.4 billion each year on their fashion habit. But it\u2019s not bog-standard stores that you\u2019ll find dotted across the globe that they pick up their clothes from. Instead, they shop local and opt to get staple items from the likes of Assembly Label and Nice Martin. Meanwhile, more specialist pieces can be found in Sir The Label, Saroka, and Jaggar The Label. So, be sure to visit these stores in your hire car during your trip to Australia for an authentic shopping experience.<\/p>\n

Head to a market<\/span><\/h2>\n

Markets are dotted across Australia and each and every one offers a brand new experience. Melbourne, in particular, is well-known for its markets so consider booking a hotel here. It\u2019s currently\u00a0home to Queen Victoria Market<\/a>, South Melbourne Market, and Camberwell Sunday Market, among others. You\u2019ll find an array of freshly cooked street food, vintage clothing, jewellery, antiques, gifts, and even cooking classes at these markets, so they really aren\u2019t to be missed during your trip.<\/p>\n

Shopping plays an important role in an Australian\u2019s life. As such, when you\u2019re visiting the country, you should embrace all the shopping experiences that are on offer. This includes heading to some of the nation\u2019s beloved department stores, updating your wardrobe, and attending a traditional Australian market.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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