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Last minute Father’s Day gifts you can still buy 2018

Also worthwhile bookmarking for Christmas!
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Father’s Day is Sunday 2nd of September and if you’re about to do the inevitable last-minute mad dash around the shops, you’re in the right place for a little pre-shop inspiration.

There’s no two ways about it, dads are hard to shop for. Rarely asking for anything more than a pair of new socks, we’ve managed to track down some great gifts to suit every budget — no postage/delivery required.

And, if you’re super organised and all set for Father’s Day Sunday already (well done), save the list for later because after Dad’s day, it will be only 16 weeks until Christmas. Yes, really!

Star Wars fans young and old will appreciate this t-shirt. Technically for sleeping, we see it become a daily staple pretty quickly.

Peter Alexander Mens Star Wars Father Tee

A fully paid-up member of the Cycling Widow club? We can’t offer a quick fix for Father’s Day, but we can promise this cute gift from little ones will go down a treat with their Lycra-loving daddy.

My Daddy’s Wheelie Cool Bicycle Kit , $39.95

Start dad’s summer off right with a new portable charcoal BBQ. It comes with an integrated storage tray and bamboo chopping board. Great for camping and weekends away.

Everdure by Heston Blumenthal Cube Portable Charcoal BBQ Khaki

The former AFL player and premiership-winning coach reflects on his extraordinary coaching career. A must-read for footy fans.

Here It Is by Paul Roos, $29.99

Treat dad to a cool new paid of shades just in time for summer.

Polaroid Sunglasses $79.95

This seven-piece hot sauce set is sure to appeal to foodie dads with a love of spice!

Global Hot Sauce Set

Beach-loving dads will appreciate some new boardies for Father’s Day.

Hurley Phantom JJF Maps Boardshort, $99.95

For dads that don’t understand why watches just can’t be watches anymore — take that smart watches — here’s the perfect pressie. Timeless, classic, sharp, and not wildly overpriced either.

Fossil The Minimalist Silver-Tone Watch, $229.00

A super-sweet gift for dads celebrating Father’s Day for the first time or from little ones who are obsessed with Peppa and George — or reading in general.

Peppa Pig: My Daddy Book

If in doubt, you can’t go wrong with a Bunnings voucher — for the sausage sizzle alone! But seriously, the eGift card is a lifesaver for anyone who hasn’t had time to hit the shops. It arrives instantly, restoring your place as favourite child/amazing wife.

Bunnings Gift Card

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