We all know the clichés when it comes to buying Father’s Day presents. Socks, jocks and ties? Yawn. DVDs? Almost as bad.
Show your old man just how young and exciting you are (and he is as well… kind of!) by stepping outside the box and giving him one of these gift ideas.
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Boutique Coffee Subscription from Drum & Dry
From $24.00/month
Sometimes Dad doesn’t look so clean cut and fresh. Sometimes he’s more bleary-eyed mess in deep need of a caffeine hit. Keep the angry bear at bay with a monthly subscription to Canberra start-up Drum & Dry. Sign up to one of three packages to send a box filled with Canberra’s best and freshest coffee beans every month.
It’s a gift that keeps on giving…. for all the family.
Drum & Dry
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‘The Don’ from The Barber’s Shop at QT Hotel
$45.00
It’s as old-skool as it gets. Step back in time with Canberra’s best-dressed barber, Craig Meggs, and settle in the chair for a cut-throat shave. Accompanied by a complimentary glass of Chivas Regal Whisky, your dad will emerge looking fresh-faced and razor sharp and with a cheeky little grin.
QT Barber’s Shop
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Cooking Classes from Belconnen Fresh Food Markets
From $80.00
Whether a simple sausage turner or a sensation with the sous-vide, Belco Markets has a range of cooking classes to suit every skill level. The great news is that, once Dad’s been through the class, he’ll be keen to invite you around for a feast to show off his newfound skills. Win-win!
Cooking Classes
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Short Courses at CIT
From $90.00
You might be sick of study, but there’s still time to teach the old dog new tricks. CIT has hundreds of short courses across subjects including the arts, languages, business and home and garage. Some go for one night, some take 12 weeks, but undoubtedly you can find one to match your dad’s interest and hobbies.
CIT Short Courses
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Tandem Parachute Jump from Canberra Skydive
From $349.00
You may think your dad’s the toughest bloke in the world, but nothing is going to make him shit himself like standing 14,000 feet above Adelaide Avenue with another bloke strapped to his back.
Once he’s landed, sworn at you, and then hugged you for the amazing experience, you can all sit down and watch the video to see how loud he screamed.
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These are just a couple of ideas to match any budget. Don’t be a lame-arse this Father’s Day – make sure you get Dad something he’ll really love!
