Partners for a Reason
These retailers back local makers, curate products with care and bring the best regional stories to their shelves. As a Heaps More member, you’ll enjoy exclusive perks, early access to new products and special offers when you shop with them.
Abby's Cafe Cobar
Abby purchased a property in her hometown of Cobar with one goal in mind: to renovate it into the café she had imagined since she was young. It became a labour of love, a space shaped by her roots, her creativity and her belief in what good food can do for a town.
Ballarat Farmgate, Ballarat
Located in the heart of the community, Ballarat Farmgate focuses on providing a wide range of seasonal produce, pantry items and household staples, making it a convenient and reliable stop for families and home cooks. The store is also recognised for its commitment to keeping groceries accessible, an approach that has earned it loyalty from residents across the region.
The Barn, Burringbar
The Barn offers a mix of fresh produce, pantry items, take away food, coffee and locally made goods, creating a convenient and welcoming space for people to shop, eat and connect. Customers often highlight the store’s warm service, good coffee and the easygoing charm that reflects the character of Burringbar itself.
Bel’s Café, Quirindi
The Coffee Pot has long been known for its friendly service, good coffee and classic country style meals, the kind of place where regulars know the staff by name and visitors feel welcome straight away.
The Dorrigo Deli
Alongside the butcher shop sits The Dorrigo Deli, a celebration of the makers, growers and artisans of the Plateau and its neighbouring regions. The deli curates a wide selection of locally made specialty foods and gourmet delicatessen items, offering visitors a taste of the area’s rich food culture. Located in the heart of Dorrigo, it has become a welcoming stop for locals and travellers seeking quality, flavour and a sense of community.
The Great Central Hotel, Glen Innes
Owned and operated by a dedicated husband and wife team, the hotel reflects the values they bring to the business every day, community, consistency and a commitment to creating a place where everyone feels at home. Their hands on approach is evident in the details, from the friendly service at the bar to the well kept dining spaces and the relaxed, comfortable feel that regulars appreciate.
Hartley’s Fresh Market, Ballina
Customers appreciate the clean, well organised layout and the care taken to ensure produce is at its best. Hartley’s Fresh Market also offers a range of grocery items and everyday essentials, making it a convenient stop for both quick visits and regular weekly shopping.
Meat on Maitland, Bingara and Narrabri
The quality of their work is recognised well beyond the local community. Meat on Maitland has achieved outstanding success in the Australian Meat Industry Council’s NSW Regional Sausage King and Smallgoods competitions, earning top honours for several of their signature products.
The Meat Station, Maryborough
Their focus is simple, fresh, beautifully prepared meat sourced from producers they believe in. From premium beef and lamb to house made sausages and BBQ favourites, everything in their cabinet reflects care, consistency and pride in their craft.
Neville's Armidale
Neville’s Store is a well known corner store in Armidale, appreciated for its convenience, friendly service and the welcoming atmosphere that makes it a favourite stop for people in the neighbourhood. It is a place where locals drop in not just for a good feed, but for the fun, unexpected mix of offerings that give the store its charm.
Streater Family Butchery, Gunnedah
With more than 20 years of hands on butchering experience, the team at Streater Family Butchery is deeply woven into the fabric of the community. Their commitment extends well beyond the counter, supporting local sports clubs, community initiatives and the strong, familiar bonds that define life in Gunnedah.