We had a problem kitchen renovation. Our kitchen is basically perfect but just had grown tired and in need of a refresh. After getting some very pricey quotes from specialist kitchen companies we decided to look at cabinetmakers instead.
Ashley was prompt to turn up to offer a quote and he did an excellent job of advising us as to what we actually needed to do (we replaced all the kitchen doors, drawers and so on with new two-pac finish items.)
Not only was the quote a fraction of the cost but it was done quickly, professionally and without fuss. The quality of the finished work is excellent and we would not hesitate to recommend his work to our family and friends.
Check out his website and you can see that he is a very talented carpenter too.

Approximate cost: $2,700

We had to have a large mirror we had order hung. It turned out to be a difficult job so we rang Malcolm up as we had used him in the past.
He was efficient, timely and courteous. And had the mirror hung as we wanted.
Very happy with the service and he did the job perfectly.

Approximate cost: $77

We needed to have a load of small plumbing jobs done in the house. They came when they said they would and replaced washers and rings on the taps in both our bathrooms. Stopped the dripping in our shower.
We were also have some trouble with the cistern of our downstairs toilet and thought that we would have to pay a small fortune for a new cistern but they were able to fix this without costing a fortune. He then proceeded to check all the other toilets to check whether they were suffering the same problem.
Very happy with the workmanship, politeness and friendliness of the work man.
We have used Robert Akes on quite a few occasions and are always happy with the experience. They are very thorough in their and conscientious.

Approximate cost: $314.00

We have had a broken code in one of our venetian blinds so we rang Blind2go and was told that they could repair this part easily. Took the blind down to them on the Thursday was fixed and ready for us to pick up on the Friday morning.
Excellent service they even fixed the locking mechanism on the blind so it wouldn't happen again.
Cost us $100 but we thought that was cheaper than purchasing a new blind.
They also sell blinds as well as fix them.
If you have any blind issues I would definitely recommend that you check out their website.

Approximate cost: $100

I love the clothes in these stores. They can be quite expensive but if you want high quality European designed clothes then this is the place to go.
I joined their VIP club and was sent a $100 voucher to use when I spent over $300 which I didn't find to difficult to do.
The staff are very attentive and helpful. The young girl that served me was quite happy to get different size dresses for me to try on.
They have a lovely range of clothes from dresses, tops etc., to shoes, handbags and accessories.

Approximate cost: $200-$300

We go here quite often. They make lovely pizzas and luckily they are able to do gluten free pizza's on request. The resturant is on the ground floor of the resort and you can either sit inside or outside near the gardens.
I especially like the way they have televisions on the wall playing programs about Italy and Italian cuisine.
I usually have the Rocket salad to start and hubby always has the garlic and cheese pizza.
My favourite main is the lamb shanks...yummy. The meat just falls off the bone. They cook everything from scratch here. I was lucky enough to have a tour of the kitchens a while back and was able to see how they make their sauces, pizza's etc.,
For dessert they do a wonderful white chocolate panna cotta but there's lots of choice.
They have an excellent wine menu and the staff are very knowledgeable about the wines and the food.
We usually go midweek as there's more chance of getting a table.
Pizza starts from about $20 and mains from around $25.
They also have a take away menu as well.

Approximate cost: $25-$27

We booked here for one night as we were attending a show at QPAC and didn't want to drive home late at night. We booked a queen room which consisted of a queen size bed, tv, tea and coffee making facilities and a separate bath and shower.
The room was very clean and tidy and central to everything. Loved having the South Bank just on our doorstep too.
Breakfast was buffet style and the staff were quite happy to get me two poached eggs from the kitchen's and gluten free bread.
They hotel also boasts of a gym, spa and sauna but we didn't use these facilities this time.
Valet parking was provided for $35 per day which we thought was responsible especially for how much parking costs you in Brisbane.
We are also Priority Quest members and with our rewards we get 20% off our food and drinks bills and use your points towards free stays. It also gives you 50% of internet access in your room but its still comes out expensive at $20 a day.
If your seeing a show at Qpac I would definitely recommend staying here for convenience.

Approximate cost: $199

Went here with friends as their guests. Had to wait for our table even though they had reserved a table the day before but the service was excellent from then on.
Being Gluten Intolerant I am always wary of what restaurants actually regard as gluten free but Katy the waitress understood my issues and went to the kitchen to see the chef and explain the situation.
He then told her the ingredients but suggested that he was quite happy to change the dish for me and made a separate sauce to go with my chicken. Which by the way was absolutely delicious.
Our friends had the calamari starter which they voted the best they had ever had.
The only down side was my husbands steak which wasn't up to his standards but we all decided that our meals and the service was worth it as we had enjoyed the experience.
Another treat there was their duck fat roasted kipfier potatoes, truly worth trying.
I will definitely be going there again, especially if I'm so well looked after as I was.

Approximate cost: $29

Had lunch here . Its really trendy with great decor. Lots of choice of seating areas.
We sat with a view of the street and out to the ocean.
They have a great menu with lots of choices including Gluten free for me.
Good quality meals. Well prepared and tasty.
One of the nicest restaurants I've been to in quite a while.
Not cheap but worth every penny.
Try the pork belly, my husband says it tasted great.
Very good cocktails too.

Approximate cost: $25-$27

Once a month we have breakfast here. The meals are consistently good and a good size also.
I like the fact that they are able to accommodate me with Gluten free products.
They have a great range of cakes, sandwiches and
specialties such as their Christmas cakes and products.
Staff are always friendly and polite even when the place is really busy.
They also take the Myer one card too so you can add to your points.
I would recommend that you check them out when you visit Robina.

Approximate cost: $16