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Only go here out of convenience as I live in the area otherwise I wouldn't go out of my way to come here ever.

Has the basics: IGA supermarket Cheap alcohol Post/Newsagents Cafe's/food Hairdressers Chemist TAB

Security is present - which is a comfort as this area feels 'run' down. Seen security move people along if they have fallen sleeping. Parking can be hard when reversing out of your space.

Great if you want to pop in while you are rushed and purchase what you need. For that convenience there is a price. Slightly more expensive.

Otherwise you wouldn't NEED to come here. There is so 'drawing' people in. No window shopping or casual browsing.

Some of the food shops/cafes are trying to create an alfresco style eatery but this just isn't the area for it. Not when castletown/city/strand is so close with more options in...

The ladies were lovely. Friendly even.

Perhaps the grumpy, standoffish male in the customer service role behind the Post counter could have just been having a bad day.

Regardless, leave it at home or in the back office. You're there in a customer service role. There is no room in that role for that type of demeanor.

People with disabilities are the same as anyone else. That I had my assistant dog with me and had asked my support worker to wait outside meant that the perceived attitude towards myself and my dog made for a very uncomfortable experience.

Two stars...

The best lil newsagent around. Full of amazing staff, an excellent owner who serves also (nothing is too much of a problem, ever), with everything found in a newsagent, with an added extra, a stunning lil gift area where you will find the most amazing gifts for anyone n everyone 😍. I have found so many gifts there for my family n friends plus Aussie themed stuff for my international friends. Just love this place n when I get in there it takes me ages to leave, love exploring n finding the best presents. Oh yeah, has a small post office inside too. 5 stars,...