By Frances Mocnik
Crafted and curated curiosities for the connoisseur father.
1. Jemmervale Designs “Gallery Ledge” for pictures and small objects, handcrafted from Victorian ash, from 120 centimetres (from $310) to two metres (from $405).
2. Unisex, light fleece, zip-up jacket with “National Geographic” logo, $240.
3. “Kenneth Fishermens” jumper, all Australian-grown merino wool, $350.
4. Glasshouse Fragrances “Fireside In Queenstown” smouldering woods and cinnamon scented soy candle, $60.
5. “Millésime Impérial” fragrance with top notes of bergamot, blackcurrant and violet leaves, 50ml, $349.
6. Private golf lessons with either a PGA pro (Vic), $140, or at the seaside with a PGA pro (NSW), $185.
7. Dior “Sauvage Elixir”, 60ml, $230.
8. Energizer 1500 Lumens Metal Vision HD LED torch (batteries included), $60.
9. “The Beard Hedger Pro Kit”, $343.
10. Heath Piper, award-winning Australian radio journalist, specialises in interviews with elderly loved ones, creating audio memoirs; packages from $1650.
11. REIN DUO “Shampoo” and “Conditioner” for dandruff control, $124 together.
12. Colgate Pulse Series 2 Connected Toothbrush with smart coaching to improve brushing habits,
$130.
13. Jameson x Dickies unisex overalls with hip-flask pocket, $190.
14. Lark “Signature Collection Pack”, 4 x 500ml malt whisky, $800 for the set or individually from $200.
15. Jemmervale Designs “Cube” side table, handcrafted from Victorian ash, from $415.
16. Beanbag (unfilled), $399.
17. Cremo “Palo Santo Reserve Collection Shave Cream”, $25.50.
18. Saarde “Journey” toiletry bag, $60.
19. Anker “535 PowerHouse” portable power station, 512Wh solar generator (solar panel optional) with LiFePO4 battery pack, $1300.
20. Fish Butchery: Mastering the Catch, Cut and Craft, by Josh Niland, $70.
21. Sodastream Duo sparkling water-maker, $299.
22. Ooni Karu 12G multi-fuel pizza oven, $699.
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