The Rocklea markets are a hive of activity. All stalls are undercover and it’s a lively, busy Saturday market. You’ll see families stocking up on produce for the week, bargain hunters, older couples and young people especially university students.
Stalls include:
- fresh produce from local farmers
- plants (assorted varieties)
- home-made baked goods
- meat and seafood
- confectionary
- assorted items including soaps, candles and some fashion.
It’s easy to walk around and the stalls are generally clustered according to category, eg plants, fresh produce etc.
I recommend the Saturday Fresh Markets at Rocklea as the place to stock up on fresh fruit and veges. There are heaps of cheap breakfast options from traditional bacon and egg breakfast to the more healthy serves of Greek yoghurts. Other options include pancakes and even a German breakfast stall. There are also coffee stalls so you can easily get your caffeine fix, however lines may be long during busy times. Buy the local paper take a seat, enjoy brekky and read the paper before you start shopping. The markets have a wide range of quality items, especially fresh produce, at prices that are cheaper than most supermarkets and local fruit shops. The Rocklea Markets are very family friendly with kids rides and sometimes face painting (for a small fee) to keep the kids happy.
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When: Every Saturday 6am-12pm.
Where: 250 Sherwood Road, Rocklea.
Parking: Parking is free along Sherwood Road, and is also available in the car park outside the markets for $3. Allow time for parking and walking to the markets as you may have to park a few minutes down the road during busy times.
Public transport: Closest train station is Rocklea Station which is approx 775m away (according to the TransLink website). Trains are approximately every 30 minutes.
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