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HOLIDAY BROWSING

NEW SOUTH WALES

Belinda’s Store

he beachside town of Yamba in northern New South Wales is a popular pit-stop for travellers along the east coast, and those in the know make a beeline to Belinda’s Store. It’s a joy to approach the shop, tucked away in a quiet street behind Yamba’s village centre. The blue and white striped awning, brass accents and smart pink letterbox are warm and inviting, as is owner Belinda Sanders. Inside, the boutique is awash with colour – cushions and lampshades in gingham, Liberty and Indian block prints, and vibrant summer dresses by Ginger & Smart, Binny, Porcelain by Brigid McLaughlin and Morrison. Work by artists Kate Birrell and Elise Hassey are highly sought after and there are plenty of tasteful souvenirs, like fun ‘Yamba’ sweaters by Mandalay Designs, postcode bowls by Caroline C and

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