There's a piece of furniture I want, and I'm having a difficult time searching for it online in Australia. Any advice to help me find it, search for it, name it, or discover an easy way to locate one would be helpful.
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posted by GamblingBlues
on Jun 23, 2012 -
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I'm looking to rent or sell my house in Brisbane, Australia, and am after resources on real estate and financial and tax implications.
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posted by jjderooy
on Apr 18, 2012 -
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Heading to Brisbane for a week -
Where are good child friendly places to eat? Staying in Toowong if that makes a difference - will have a car.
Do I head to the valley for asian supermarkets?
posted by the noob
on Sep 13, 2011 -
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I am about to spend the weekend in Brisbane, Australia. What can I do for fun? Where is the good coffee? What are the good restaurants? Quirky shops...? We won't have a car and are staying in the city. Open to all your suggestions.
Thank you.
posted by MT
on Jul 13, 2011 -
12 answers
We all know Mefites throw a bitchin' party, so help me out here. I'm contemplating running a club night in lieu of a birthday party for my thirtieth birthday next year. Protips?
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posted by Jilder
on Jun 19, 2011 -
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Hey everyone. I'm going to Australia for 23 days in July, and would dearly love some advice as to how to spend them.
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posted by Kirn
on May 30, 2011 -
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I'm seeking community advice on the legality and costs involved in keeping a pet rabbit in Brisbane, Australia. Perhaps ostensibly for use in magic acts.
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posted by chmmr
on Nov 29, 2010 -
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I'm trying to keep track of cheap tickets for a dream international flight in end July 2011. However, almost all the sites I looked at say I'm searching way too early and have no information for me. When is the best time to look, and are there any websites that will email me with details once a good price or deal shows up? (I vaguely remember hearing of such a thing but can't remember the URL)
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posted by divabat
on Nov 22, 2010 -
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I will be staying in Brisbane on business for about 5 weeks, and am trying to find some reasonable accomodation. Is Wotif.com.au my best bet for short term like this.... little on craigslist of interest... is there another resource? Thanks
posted by dripped
on Mar 3, 2010 -
3 answers
My first lesbian experience quickly became assault. What do I do to take care of myself now?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 3, 2009 -
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I have been shortlisted for a job in Brisbane, Aus. Obviously I am thrilled and would like to know a little about Brisbane. (Yes, Google is my friend). I would like to know from any Aussies or someone who has been in the same "boat". I have multiple questions, which branch into....
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posted by fox_terrier_guy
on Nov 24, 2009 -
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brisbane-lunch-filter I'm going to be in Brisbane (that's as in Queensland, Australia) tomorrow with Mrs southof40 and would like some mefite lunchery recommendations.
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posted by southof40
on Jul 15, 2009 -
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How have landscapes transformed by drought in Australia (esp. Brisbane or Melbourne) impacted people's perceptions of climate change?
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posted by GIMG
on Jul 7, 2009 -
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We’re hoping to rent a camper van in Melbourne (approx April 13), drop it off in Brisbane a week later. Any advice?
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posted by bookley
on Mar 25, 2009 -
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Where can I find an inexpensive set of bed sheets and pillows in Brisbane?
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posted by Dasein
on Feb 18, 2009 -
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Where can I buy Discworld items (Terry Pratchett) such as t-shirts, calendars, play scripts, coffee cups etc., in Brisbane, Australia before Christmas (not online as I don't have either a credit or debit card)?
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posted by h00py
on Dec 22, 2008 -
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I may as well kill 5 birds with one stone. I need (/want) a dietician, an acupuncturist, a dermatologist, an allergist, and a remedial or shiatsu masseur. Know any good ones? Brisbane, Australia. (Yes—I am trying to make the most of my health insurance.)
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posted by mjao
on Nov 14, 2008 -
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Know of any psychiatrists or psychologists in the Brisbane, Qld area who specialise in--or at least have some knowledge of--Aspergers Syndrome?
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posted by mjao
on Nov 3, 2008 -
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My question dear MeFites is... do you have any advice for me to help make the transition from very hot to very cold temps. comfortably and cost-effectively?
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posted by katala
on Oct 28, 2008 -
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Where can I find an Australian migration agent who's good with the creative industries, or otherwise unusual career paths?
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posted by divabat
on Oct 3, 2008 -
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What are some good (preferably experience-based) birthday gifts for a 21-year-old Australian programming geek who thinks he's Danish?
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posted by divabat
on Nov 29, 2007 -
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Neighbour leaves rubbish or rubbish bins on roadside curb. Third party trips on rubbish. Who assumes liability?
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posted by dantodd
on Oct 10, 2007 -
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Looking for a quality computer store in Brisbane, Australia that can provide a customized computer and great support. Difficulty: Currently living in Seattle.
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posted by mikw
on Jun 12, 2007 -
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Does anyone know where the good op shops/thrift/vintage stores are in Brisbane or the Gold Coast, Australia?
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posted by teststrip
on Jun 4, 2007 -
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I'm in the market for a (used) scooter, something under 2000 AU$ (preferably under 1500!). Is there anything I should know? Assume I know absolutely nothing about cars or scooters!
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posted by mjao
on May 10, 2007 -
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SE Queensland Dentist Filter: I need a dentist. But I want a nice one, or at least a non-judgmental one—I've had mean dentists! Needless to say, this has stopped me from going for quite a long time. I have decided to get braces though, so I need to have my teeth given the all-clear before approaching an orthodontist. I also need a recommendation for the orthodontist! Brisbane / Gold Coast area.
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posted by mjao
on Apr 16, 2007 -
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I've been inspired by t-shirt surgery and am thinking of getting into sewing. However, I've never sewed something in my life. Where do I begin?
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posted by divabat
on Apr 7, 2007 -
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I'm in Brisbane for the next 48 hours, with a car and time to spare. What should I do?
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posted by tomble
on Mar 8, 2007 -
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My wife and I will be in Brisbane, Australia for 5 or 6 days in early October, with our 6-year-old daughter. Any recommendations for kid-friendly fun and/or sightseeing?
posted by flapjax at midnite
on Aug 29, 2006 -
9 answers
Does anyone have any tales of joy—or woe—concerning hotel accommodation in Brisbane? And what might I do while I'm there?
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posted by Sonny Jim
on Jun 25, 2006 -
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To those Australian Mefites, a question: I want to send a friend of mine who lives in Brisbane a webcam. To send it from Canada is not only costly but very time consuming. Could anybody suggest some ideas regarding ordering it online from an Australian company and having them send it?
posted by ashbury
on Dec 9, 2003 -
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