Getting to Know: Quoc from Everything Aussie
If you’ve strolled through South Melbourne Market lately, you may have noticed a familiar burst of Australiana in a fresh new spot. Everything Aussie, your go-to stall for locally made and Indigenous-crafted gifts, has moved to a vibrant new location in Aisle D, right opposite Brother Hatters. But while the location is new, the heart and soul of the business remains the same, thanks to passionate stallholder Quoc.
Quoc’s journey to becoming a small business owner began years ago while working part-time at a souvenir stall at another market during his university days. “I realised most souvenirs were made overseas, and it was really hard to find Australian-made gifts,” he says. “That’s when I had the idea to create my own store - one that supports local makers and offers meaningful souvenirs.”
Everything Aussie is exactly that: a celebration of Australian culture, heritage, and craftsmanship. From plush toys and boomerangs to coasters, keyrings and tees, the stall champions ethical, authentic, and proudly local products. Among the bestsellers are their genuine returning Murra Wolka boomerangs - crafted and hand-painted by Indigenous artists, and made to fly (yes, they really come back!).
Quoc is particularly proud to support Murra Wolka, a social enterprise under Gidarjil Development Corporation, a not-for-profit dedicated to caring for Indigenous families and the environment. “These are real returning boomerangs,” Quoc says. “Customers are always shown how to throw them - it’s a joy to see their surprise when it really works.”
Another standout range comes from Buttonworks, a family-run business on the Mornington Peninsula producing timber gifts and homewares inspired by Australian flora and fauna. “They started making their own products because they couldn’t find anything that truly reflected Australia’s natural beauty. Their products are thoughtful, sustainable and designed to last.”
For Quoc, connecting with customers is just as rewarding as the products he stocks. “I love the energy here,” he says of South Melbourne Market. “The vibes, the people - they’re so friendly and genuine. The first time I came here with my girlfriend - now my wife - we dreamed about having a stall. I even joked that we’d stay here until we were old, coming in with walking sticks!”
That dream came true, and Everything Aussie continues to bring joy to locals and tourists alike. So next time you’re in the Market, take a stroll down Aisle D and say hello to Quoc. Whether you’re Team Koala or Team Kangaroo, you’ll find something special - and truly Australian - at Everything Aussie.
You can now find Quoc at Everything Aussie in their brand new stall in Aisle D, opposite Brother Hatters (next to Aron Katona).
