This Mother’s Day, skip the generic gifts and celebrate with something truly special, while supporting the incredible small businesses that make the Gold Coast shine. Our community is brimming with talented makers, artisans, and boutiques offering one-of-a-kind treasures that’ll show Mum just how much she means to you.
Whether she’s the foodie who lives for decadent treats, the style icon who deserves a little luxury, or the wellness-seeking queen in need of some TLC, this guide has something for every kind of mum. From handcrafted indulgences to unforgettable experiences, these locally sourced gifts are as thoughtful as they are unique—just like her.
Gifts For The Foodie Mothers
Paris Brest French Bakery’s Macarons
If you’ve tried a macaron from Paris Brest French Bakery, you’ll understand why they are the perfect gift—crunchy, creamy, decadent, but not over-the-top, you cannot go wrong. Plus, they are gluten-free and come in five different flavours: almond, pistachio, raspberry, lemon and chocolate.
Price: pack of 6 for $15
Purchase in-store only.
Labart Caramelised Butter
Restaurant Labart’s much-loved ‘crack’ butter. Best enjoyed warm on Burleigh Baker bread. Trust us, she’ll love it. Purchase online and pick up in-store only.
Price: $10
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Heiwa Yuzushu from Flor Grocer
The Premium Yuzushu from Japan that’s stocked at Flor Grocer is a real rarity on the Gold Coast and makes for a great present. Perfect by itself on ice as an aperitif, in a spritz with sparkling wine or blended with ice to make a slushie.
Price: $70
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EAU Wine Bag
Affordable and sustainable recycled nylon wine bags in the chicest of colour palettes, perfect for Burleigh Hill sunset picnics. What’s not to love? Also, they've just dropped a range of stunning new designs.
Price: $49
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Nakie Recycled Picnic Blanket
What better gift than something as useful and versatile as a picnic blanket, and Nakie’s are doubly good as they’re made from 56 recycled plastic bottles with a lifetime warranty and a waterproof underside. Top-notch gift.
Price: $139.90
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Tarte Market Lemon Curd
Housemade lemon curd made with love. It’s as delicious as it sounds and goes smashingly on a hot crumpet. Purchase at Tarte Burleigh or Tarte Beach House stores.
Price: $15
Purchase in-store only.
Gifts For The Mum Who Has Everything
Paloma Wine Bar Gift Card
For the vino-loving mum, get her the perfect evening out at Paloma Wine Bar. Purchase in-store or online. That, or you could take her there yourself, then you get to partake in the experience. Win win.
Price: To the value of your choosing
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Sown Love Petal Stools
If you’re looking for a unique gift, look no further than these handmade ceramic petal stools filled with stunning bursts of dried flowers. They’re sourced from a family-run micro flower farm in Currumbin Valley and are absolutely gorgeous. Purchase in-store from Ground Grocer.
Price: Varies
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Burly Gin’s Berry Gin
A delicious double-distilled gin infused with four different berry varieties and bottled in one of the chicest gin bottles we’ve ever seen. This one smells and tastes amazing, no matter how you drink it—on the rocks, classic g&t, in a cocktail—you can’t go wrong.
Price: $89
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The Dancing Prawns Print from Heartfill
Spice up her space with this bold print by Nephthys Foster. Designed to celebrate the little joys in life. Size A3 and unframed. We recommend visiting Heartfill’s Burleigh Heads’ store for more gifting inspiration.
Price: $79.95
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Summer Sips Margarita Mix
The ultimate gift for your margarita-loving mum. Founded by a Gold Coast mother and son duo, this lemon lime margarita mix is infused with electrolytes to elevate your margi-sipping experience. Vegan and gluten-free.
Price: $30
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Will + Bear Cap
For the mum in your life who’s particularly tricky to shop for, you can’t go wrong with a bit of chic sun safety. Dad caps are all the rage, and Will + Bear have some really cute ones. We recommend visiting their Currumbin flagship store for great gift ideas—there’s something for every mum.
Price: from $49
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Gifts For The Mum Who Likes The Finer Things In Life
Little Cocoa's Chocolate Pralines
Created exclusively for Mother’s Day, and presented in a gorgeous 16-piece heart shaped gift box, it doesn't get much sweeter than Little Cocoa's Mother's Day chocolate pralines. They've created a range of new flavours exclusively for this special occasion, with one of the standouts being the Spicy Margarita flavour. They've also got a heap of other incredible chocolates to choose from.
Price: $68
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Temple of the Sun Sunny Necklace
A little bit of sunshine to adorn the neck of the woman who lights up your life. It’s 18k gold vermeil and represents life, power and divine energy, which seems pretty fitting.
Price: $209
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Ink Art Gin
A bright and balanced gin with bold strokes of juniper, splashes of fresh fruit and flashes of fragrant flowers. 2024 limited release label feature art by Karina Jambrak. 2000 bottle run only.
Price: $59
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I love linen Pillowcase Set in Gingham
We are obsessed with this Premium French linen pillowcase set made with 100% French flax, particularly in the oh-so-chic gingham pattern. We think your mum will love it, too.
Price: $72.17
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SRLA Jewellery Chest
A stunning oval-shaped jewellery chest, handcrafted with love, with storage for rings, hoops, long necklaces, watches and bangles—it’s the stuff of dreams. Available for pickup from YCL Burleigh Heads store or online.
Price: $399
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Gifts For The Mum Who Needs A Break
The Lash Spa Gift Card
The perfect way to spoil a mum who needs some more ‘me time’ with a luxury tailored eyelash experience in the prettiest of settings. Available for purchase in store or online.
Price: To the value of your choosing.
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Homebodii Eye Mask
Every mum wants some extra z’s, so you can’t go wrong with this dreamy, eco-friendly eye mask from Homebodii, available in an array of colours.
Price: $15Get it here.
The Borrowed Nursery Pot Plant
There’s nothing quite as calming as a space filled with plants. The Mykonos pot is our favourite pick for pairing with indoor foliage plants, with complimentary wrapping for all in-store purchases. Let the knowledgeable team recommend the best-matched plant (that won’t die on you) in store.
Price: $14.95
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Drift Trading Co. Candle
The prettiest of candles, handcrafted in Currumbin. We love the ‘The Beach House’ signature coastal blend, but honestly, every scent is delicious. Available in a variety of sizes.
Price: Varies depending on size; approx. $21.95 to $44.95
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Greenhouse The Bathhouse Rose Water Mist
A high-quality, potent rose water mist, perfect as a daily face toner or travel hydrating mist. Each spritz feels like a little vacay for your face. Plus, it’s vegan-friendly and in a recyclable bottle, available in 50ml and 100ml sizes.
Price: $33 (50ml) or $44 (100ml)
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Mayde Tea
A Byron Bay-based loose leaf tea that’s worth talking about. We love the Australian Native tea, which is handmade, 100% organic and sourced locally. Available in a variety of sizes. Pick up at the warehouse or order online.
Price: From $20
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