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Feeling uninspired? Homegrown gifts for under $100

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Christmas is the bank account’s natural enemy, but you don’t have to go down without a fight.

You also don’t need to look overseas for great gifts.

Buying local not only leaves a smaller carbon footprint, it supports local businesses during retail’s busiest time of year.

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Mi Goals' weekly planner will make you think hard about the year ahead.

Mi Goals’ weekly planner will make you think hard about the year ahead.

If you do manage to rein in the spending this Christmas, you’ll help avoid the financial gloom often associated with January, and maybe even be inspired to tie up some loose ends.

Millions of dollars in superannuation are lost every year by people who don’t realise they have multiple accounts.

Consolidating your super* accounts is quick and easy, and like buying cheaper Christmas presents, it could save you a lot of money in the long run. You might even find that you have lost super belonging to you awaiting your collection. You can search to see if you have lost super here.

Mi Goals 2016 Planner and Bucket List Notebook

Price: $54.90 together

Australian company Mi Goals proves diaries and notebooks don’t have to be boring.

Crafted to help you achieve your goals, the diary asks you to write down specific aims at the beginning of the year, and each week.

Coupled with Mi Goals’ Bucket List Notebook, you should be feeling pretty happy with yourself come December.

Frank Body Scrub Bundle

Price: $37.95–$89.95

It’s been a big year for Frank, the Australian company that turned coffee beans into a skincare revolution.

With its attractive packaging and clever, cheeky advertising, Frank has made it hard not to pay attention.

And customers seem to agree the scrubs not only smell great – try the coconut and coffee scrub, or caffeinated body cream – they feel great too.

Perfect for the Dad whose weekend bag leaves much to be desired.

Perfect for the Dad whose weekend bag leaves much to be desired.

Country Road Striped Denim Weekender

Price: $99.95

Just slipping in under the $100 mark, this duffel bag is a classic from an Australian company that requires no introduction.

Sure, it’s not exactly cutting edge, but Country Road has been more like that old friend you sometimes fall out of touch with before remembering they normally have something good to bring to the table.

Vinomofo Chardonnay Lineup or Shiraz Lineup

Price: $92 or $99

Another Australian retailer making waves with its tongue-in-cheek advertising, Vinomofo finds little-known local winemakers and curates packages on its website.

A great way to discover new favourites, nab big discounts and have your wine delivered straight to the receiver’s doorstep (no wrapping required).

For the well-kempt (or wannabe well-kempt) man.

For the well-kempt (or wannabe well-kempt) man.

Aesop Superlative Staples for Well-Kempt Men

Price: $90

Melbourne-based brand Aesop is a bastion of minimalist botanical skincare and a worldwide success story.

Although there are a number of Christmas gift packs to choose from, this one is a no-brainer if you’re stuck on a male friend or relative.

For under $100, you get a face cleanser, an aftershave lotion and Aesop’s famous geranium leaf body cleanser – all wrapped up in a sleek little package.

Australian Ginger Nut Hamper from I Still Call Australia Home

Price: $99.95

Gift hampers don’t need to be pretentious. I Still Call Australia Home has put together a hamper that includes two bottles of beer – now that’s a good start.

Also included are some staples of Australian life: salted macadamias, gingerbread and dark chocolate-coated ginger.

All wrapped in a beautiful gift box with a Grampians greeting card and Australian slang tea towel – it’s truly an Aussie hamper.


*Some funds may charge an exit fee for transferring your account. It’s a good idea to check with your other fund/s to find out if there are any exit fees or penalties. It’s also important to check if the transfer affects any insurance you have with your old fund. Other fees may apply.

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