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Let’s be honest, shopping for some people can be harder than finding a needle in a haystack—if that haystack was on fire, in a windstorm, and also invisible. We've all been there: you’re wandering the shopping centre aisles, staring at random items, and wondering, “Is my mate really going to appreciate another candle, or am I going to be that person who gifts socks again?”

But fear not, my fellow gift-givers, because Rockaway Records is here to make your life easier and a whole lot more fun! We’re not your run-of-the-mill gift shop. No, we’ve got something for everyone—even that one friend who insists their favourite music genre is “underground Swedish post-metal fusion” (and yes, we have something for them too).

Music Shirts and Hats for Every Kind of Music Fan
Whether they’re a die-hard classic rock lover, a pop-punk aficionado, or that person who won't shut up about their vintage vinyl collection (we love them, though), we’ve got the merch to match their passion. Think quirky, stylish music shirts, hats and bags that are sure to make them the coolest person at the next gig. Rock band tees? Check. Funky headwear? Absolutely. We’re talking about the kind of stuff that says, “I’m into music... and I want you to know it.”

Funko:
Does your friend have a shrine of figurines on their shelf that makes you question if they ever grew out of their action figure phase? Perfect!
We’ve got Funko Pop! vinyl figures and figurines galore.
In fact, we boast the biggest selection of Funko Pop! vinyl in Brisbane—seriously, it’s like our unofficial mascot. If it exists in pop culture, we probably have it in Funko form (or we know a guy).

Vinyl for the Audiophile in Your Life
We all know that one person who insists “music just sounds better on vinyl.” Well, at Rockaway Records, we don’t just nod and smile—we totally agree. Our vinyl collection is legendary. From brand new records to rare and hard-to-find LPs that’ll make any collector’s heart skip a beat, we’ve got it all. Seriously, crate-digging here is like unearthing musical treasures you didn’t even know existed. And if your friend’s been searching for a specific rare record for years, chances are we’ve got it or maybe we can help you locate it!

Retro Ideas:
For the Nostalgia-Obsessed Looking for something that screams "retro cool"? We’ve got you covered with unique, quirky gifts from the 50s through the 90s. Whether it’s Astro Boy, Betty Boop or Alf, you’re bound to find something that sparks a little nostalgia. 

Shop Your Way:
In-Store, Click & Collect, or Delivered with Care. Whether you like the thrill of in-store shopping or prefer the comfort of online browsing, we’ve got options. 

Swing by our Westfield Carindale store and chat with our friendly (and possibly music-obsessed) staff, or if you’re in a rush, use our click-and-collect service. 

And for those who like their gifts delivered straight to their door, don’t worry—we pack your orders with the utmost care, so your precious vinyl or collectables arrive in pristine condition.

Don’t Just Take Our Word For It
We’re not just blowing our own trumpet (or should we say guitar riff?). Our fantastic Google reviews speak for themselves. 

Customers rave about our selection, customer service, and the fact that we’ve probably saved more birthdays, Christmases, and random “just-because” gifts than we can count.

So, if you’re tired of the endless search for the perfect gift, why not swing by Rockaway Records? 

We guarantee you’ll find something cool, quirky, and totally unique for even the pickiest person on your list. Come for the vinyl, stay for the Funko Pop! figures, and leave with the smug satisfaction of knowing you’ve nailed gift-giving this year.

Happy shopping, rock stars! 

At Rockaway Records, we’re all about making the impossible task of gift shopping fun and easy. Whether you're shopping for the hardest-to-please music fan or that quirky collector, we've got something that'll knock their socks off—although, we do sell socks too.