This store stocks women's fashion clothing for larger sizes at value-for-money prices. It's in the same building as Katies, Crossroads and Queenspark, and is a hop, skip & a jump away from the Cotton On outlet shop, and just across the road from the SABA/Sportscraft outlet store. You may as well make a day of it and bargain shop your way around the Waterloo/Alexandria area. It's fun, and can be a goldmine. I used to work nearby and a group of us would regularly venture out to bargain hunt. Great fun and great savings. In the Autograph store, I found the sales assistants to be most helpful, making useful suggestions and generally being more generously proportioned to match the women shopping there. Somehow a stick-thin sales assistant would seem simply out of place :). We've found some really good buys there and will certainly be visiting them again in the future.

Perhaps I missed their sale, but I found the prices at their new, larger outlet store (they used to be in Powell St off Elizabeth St in Waterloo) the same as at David Jones and other stockists of the SABA and Sportscraft brands. The store itself is roomy and pleasant, and you may find some end-of-range items that you couldn't find in the major stores. Having said that, they stock the latest apparel as well. At the old store, they used to have good discounts, but these are now more few and far between. There are some racks of slightly damaged garments at discounted prices. Was hoping for more bargains, but I guess they have to pay a higher rental for the larger space.

La Boutique is an outlet for Trimex, which stocks prestige makeup, cosmetic and fragrance brands including Clarins, RoC, Thierry Mugler, Nina Ricci, Paco Rabanne, Laura Mercier, Versace, Annick Goutal, Moschino and many more at discounts of 50-75%.

The outlet store in Rosebery is small and it's best to check their website for opening hours, as these can vary.

They often have big sales, so it's worth signing up to their emailing list to ensure you don't miss out. I've found some amazing bargains over the years. Their Clarins products are great (well, I'm a fan - others may prefer RoC) and there are heaps of top brand fragrances for both men and women. Not to mention eyeshadows, mascaras, lipsticks, glosses, nail varnish, foundation, brush/applicator sets (sometimes), etc. At their sales, they often have other special items, such as RoC bath robes, makeup bags and other goodies that make useful gifts. Like any good sale, you can expect to bump shoulders with many others looking for a bargain, but it's not a complete bun-fight (else I wouldn't bother going - that's for sure!). I once bought some Annick Goutal candles for $5 each - sadly, I was in a rush and grabbed three, else I would have bought heaps more. They usually sell for over $100 each! Unfortunately, this seems to have been a once-off, as I've not been able to find them since. Everyone I know has remarked how divine these candles smell. I'm not a big fan of her fragrances, though - too strong and overpowering for me... but each to her own. Quite often, their big sales (usually held in a nearby warehouse), coincide with events such as Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Easter, Christmas, etc. I generally wait for the sales, but the outlet store also has some good bargains.

Although Trimex has a telephone number and email address, they can't put you through to the La Boutique outlet store - which means you can't call to check if they have stock of a particular product you're after. You just have to take a chance and drive there to see for yourself.

I've bought HomyPed sandals on several occasions and they've worn and lasted well. Super comfy and great value. You have to take your time to look around so you can find a pair that suit you and fit well. I prefer not to look as if I'm wearing orthopaedic shoes for older folks, and have found some pretty, fashionable sandals in the past. I will definitely go back.

Magnolia specialises in sterling silver to create unique jewellery items (I love wearing pieces that others don't have). The range is constantly changing. The pieces are handcrafted by designers from around the world, who use 925 sterling silver and precious and semi-precious stones.

Magnolia also provides a one-year unlimited warranty on all its jewellery and a customisation service, which is very handy. The loyalty/reward system is great, too. I can always find something that appeals to me - at a price I can afford.

The staff are helpful and make some good suggestions. I always enjoy shopping here for good quality, 'unique', hand-crafted silver jewellery - and often receive compliments when wearing a Magnolia piece.

I first met Aina at the Greenwood Plaza Magnolia stall. I was already a big fan of their jewellery, but Aina's bubbly personality and customer service goes above and beyond in every sense. She will go out of her way to find something for you. I was rather sad when she moved to the Bondi stall, but I still visit her there from time to time (when I can get there). Aina is not just attentive and caring with her customers, but is an incredible sales person as well - without being pushy. I'm sure she'll go far. For the amount of effort she puts in to every sale, she so deserves to succeed and do incredibly well. She is GOLD! Not to mention the loyalty system and beautiful quality jewellery at affordable prices. I simply love Magnolia jewellery and regularly receive compliments on the pieces I'm wearing.

If I could give this restaurant 10 stars, I would. I've been here twice for dinner & have been blown away both times. This is an interesting concept. In the mornings, it's a vibrant cafe; at lunch time, it's a great place to meet - they serve outstanding coffee and takeaways that see regulars coming back day after day; and at night, it's a modern AUTHENTIC Thai restaurant and bar. They are open from 7.30am till late (closed on Monday nights) & serve breakfasts all day on weekends.

But I digress from the highlight - the incredible Thai cuisine at night. Let me start by explaining that the beautiful white cotton napkins are hand-made in Chang Mai, and the menu covers are made from raw silk from Thailand. Owners Greg and Shanya Richardson make an excellent team. The wait staff are extremely attentive and helpful. Greg will help you decide on a dish if you're unsure - there's plenty from which to choose.

For starters, we shared Grilled Satay Chicken Skewers with a delectable satay sauce (4 per serve @ $14) and the Steamed Salmon Souffle - fresh salmon pieces pureed with aromatic herbs and red curry paste, wrapped in a banana leaf parcel and steamed ($15). Wow!!

My favourite main dish is the Pad Char (Greg recommends the pork instead of chicken & I can see why). This stir-fry dish consists of pork (cooked to perfection) in chilli paste with strings of green peppercorns, slivers of wild ginger (similar to galangal), Thai apple eggplants, Thai pea eggplants and Thai holy basil (the real ingredients that you find in Thailand). The fragrant taste of this dish is absolute heaven on a plate! I find myself salivating, just thinking about these exquisite flavours. At just $19 for a generous portion, this is exceptional value. The steamed rice is charged separately ($3.50 per person).

One of the specials of the night was a spectacularly-presented dish of French green beans with roasted coconut, chicken and prawns in a light red curry sauce (similar to Chu Chee), served in a lettuce cup. Delectable!

For dessert, my friend had the Sticky Rice with Fresh Mango, which was simply delicious (I couldn't resist a taste!). I had a soy latte, which was the perfect end to an irresistible dinner.

This Thai cuisine is unlike any other I've tasted in Sydney - it's the real deal. You may just think you're in Thailand, because the dishes and ingredients are that authentic. You won't find capsicum (not in traditional Thai food) or any of the other ingredients so often used in run-of-the-mill Thai eateries. And this is what sets Your Place apart from the dime-a-dozen Thai spots on every street corner.

Shanya Richardson has established some of Sydney's most notable Thai restaurants, including Chedi Thai, Thailand and Thaifoon. She guides the skilled culinary team of Thai chefs to create dishes that focus on a fresh and spontaneous style of Asian cooking, marked by seasonal ingredients and superbly-balanced flavours.

I can't wait to go back. It's THAT good! My compliments to the Richardsons and all the excellent chefs at Your Place. Yes, I do believe, I have found 'My Place' and highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys the authentic tastes of Thailand.

Good quality Thai food at reasonable prices. Think this falls under the same 'umbrella' as Papaya (in Cremorne & Cammeray) & Fat Monk in Cremorne. The menu is much the same as at these other restaurants. As far as run-of-the-mill Thai food goes, it's a good spot, with a pleasant ambience. Can be a little noisy and cramped in winter when everyone is dining indoors, but it's the type of restaurant you can afford to visit on a regular basis. Typical Australian Thai cuisine.

Had lunch here with two friends - a type of yum cha. The setting is pleasant - we sat out on the balcony. The interior decor is modern and interesting. Found the portions a bit on the small side (perhaps that's where the 'tapas' comes into play?). I feel the portions could have been more generous to match the prices. The food itself was tasty, but what should work out to be a reasonably-price lunch (yum cha is usually good value), turned out to be somewhat expensive, considering that we weren't full. I think that people with good appetites (men, especially), may find the food insufficient to satisfy their hunger. The wait staff were great, and all in all, it was a pleasant experience - just a little disappointing. I suppose I'm comparing it to the value and tastes of the yum cha at Greenwood Chinese Restaurant - it has a long way to go to beat that! PDFs of the menus can be downloaded from their website. Just don't expect big portions - the dishes are rather small. I reckon if they worked on increasing the portion sizes and value for money, they could be far better. Don't think that I'll be rushing back there soon.

I was with IMAN for four years as an overseas worker. Their cover was amazing. Although I paid slightly more than I do now for private health cover on a monthly basis, they paid out 100% for virtually everything. I cannot fault them, as I had no problems with their cover, their service or reimbursement, which was easy, prompt and great. I would recommend IMAN (underwritten by nib) to foreign workers who do not qualify for MediCare. I actually wish I could have stayed on that plan, but once you can claim from MediCare, you can no longer stay with IMAN. Great pity. I would gladly pay a bit more to get more back in terms of overall health cover.

Approximate cost: $300 for top cover