novafishy Posted December 22, 2004 Share Posted December 22, 2004 Hey guys, I'll be going down to melbourne for a short holiday to see some friends/relos. Would anyone know of any good LFS down there? I hear "Aquatic Art" or something is quite good. And some guy by the name of "Heinz" is also worth meeting. Name of shop, address and contact numbers would be great! thanks guys! w. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbt Posted December 22, 2004 Share Posted December 22, 2004 hey there, these guys list themselves as "Cichlid Specialists". They also do the TV feed for the "fishtank" on channel 31. Hi-Fin 257 Blackburn Road Syndal Vic 3149 (P) 03-98033109 These guys have been very helpful. Good knowledge of Cichlids and Marine aquariums: Fishy Business Aquariums 141 Whitehorse Road Blackburn 03 98770394 Both are in the eastern suburbs and are retail outlets. The fish are priced as such.. Cheers, MBT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sab Posted December 22, 2004 Share Posted December 22, 2004 Heinz has his shop in Dunoon Court in Mulgrave – i got my "infamous in the photo comp" Cobalt blues from him. Shop is pretty old school and messy, but always has a good selection of fish. Prices for food, supplies etc. are pretty cheap too. Another fave of mine is the St Kilda Aquarium in Barkly Street– its just around the corner from me and always seem to have good healthy cichlids and a good range too. Mentone aquarium seem to specialise in Marines. There is another good one up near the Quuen Vic markets (name escapes me now) that also has cheap suppliers etc. I think there was a post here recently for Melbourne fish shop suggestions. Have a search as I am sure that there was a good detailed list. Enjoy ya trip down south! HTH steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbt Posted December 22, 2004 Share Posted December 22, 2004 The Queen Vic market shop is "Upmarket Pets". I forget the street number, but it is on Queen street in the actual shops (not a market stall) on the east side of the market. Yep, their supplies are pretty cheap. Some of my favourite items there are their moulded ornaments - one of which are really cool moulded pipes that look like old boiler pipes or something. For a display tank they would provide a nice alternative to "teracotta pots". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willy Wombat Posted December 22, 2004 Share Posted December 22, 2004 Im down in Melb right now. Off diving for crayfish tomorrow, but would be keen to meet and greet a few ACE members and to have a look at a fish room or two if anyone has some spare time. PM me and i will try to organise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
electric green Posted December 22, 2004 Share Posted December 22, 2004 Some other very good Melbourne aquariums specializing in cichlids also include: RAYONNE AQUARIUM 712 Plenty rd Reservoir AQUATIC DREAMS 247 Princes hwy Dandenong BORONIA AQUARIUM 262a Dorset rd Boronia Electric Green Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah Posted December 22, 2004 Share Posted December 22, 2004 Aquatic Escape at Maidstone , 2 min from HighPoint Shopping centre, not sure of exact address as i had all my lfs business cards stolen along with my wallet last week . This shop i reckon is one of the best in Melbourne, tanks are really clean and well presented and they have a great selection of cichlids . Aquatic Art is in Essendon in Buckley St, has a good selection of cichlids they have a website as well. Rayonne Aquarium is another good one 2 floors and is in Reservoir and V and L Aquarium is around the corner from them. cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phatoscarlover Posted December 22, 2004 Share Posted December 22, 2004 Universe Aquariums in Anderson St Yarraville (just near the train line dont know shop number) otherwise id suggest similar to above, Boronia,Aduatic Dreams in Dandenong,Aquatic art in Essendon is not bad but dont go out of your way, Upmarket is worth a look, Heinz`s shop is All Aquarium & Pet Supplies in Dunoon Court Mulgrave ugly setup awesome fish, Hi Fin Aquairum is great for cichlid lovers. Hope ya enjoy your trip. Cheers Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
novafishy Posted December 23, 2004 Author Share Posted December 23, 2004 thanks guys! ALL of you have been stupendous help! really appreciate it. i will try my best to visit each shop...if i have the time. thanks again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryan Posted December 23, 2004 Share Posted December 23, 2004 good luck novafishy let us know ow it goes and what you come across have a great time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cirulis Posted December 23, 2004 Share Posted December 23, 2004 Sarah...whats the website for aquatic art? cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
novafishy Posted December 23, 2004 Author Share Posted December 23, 2004 i sure will ryan will take photos and hopefully post them up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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