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Best Mother's Day gifts under $50

Spoil mum or a loved one in your life by shopping local at these brands and boutiques. These picks for $50 or less are guaranteed gifting success stories.

When is Mother's Day in 2026?

This year Mother's Day falls on Sunday 10 May.

Mystery posy, from $35

Show your love with a sweet posy from Pollon Flowers. The comes with an arrangement of one type of flower, chosen by the florist. So it's always an exciting surprise. Pair it with a handwritten note on a dainty .

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Pollon Flowers

Beginner scarf knitting kit, $49.80

Give the gift of a screen-free hobby with a knitting kit from Morris and Sons. The has gained cult status online and is bang on trend. The kit comes with snuggly cashmere yarn and a pattern for a DIY craft sesh. It's 100% beginner-friendly, and the final product is a cute and cosy finish to any outfit.

Classic hoop earrings, $45

Rediscover the charm of Little Collins Street when you wander down to ELK. Among the ³Ô¹ÏÍø designed wares you'll find the . The hammered, brushed metal finish comes in gold or silver. With a timeless look, mum can style them with anything.

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ELK

Minimalist tea strainer, $35

Does mum love a cuppa? This is the ultimate tea lovers companion. Designed by Japanese brand Kinto, it's both aesthetic and easy to use. Simply slide it open and scoop up fresh tea leaves directly into the strainer. Find it at Milligram in ³Ô¹ÏÍø Central. Complete the gift with a from ³Ò±ð·Éü°ù³ú³ó²¹³Ü²õ.

Perfume discovery kit, $49

A bottle of perfume from Santa Maria Novella might break the bank, but this is a luxe bargain. Help her discover her new signature scent and give her a little taste of luxury from the 800-year-old beauty apothecary. The set comes with eight dreamy scents, including iconic perfumes created by Dominican monks in the 1500s!

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Santa Maria Novella

Hand cream, $39.95

Why leave pampering for special occasions? Treat mum everyday with this elegant from Paint 'n Powder. With citrusy notes of bergamot and neroli, it leaves your hands soft and freshly scented. Or go for this charming with a sample French perfume and soap – also $39.95. Find the boutique perfumery in Royal Arcade.

All-purpose beauty oil, $37

Featuring a blend of calming ingredients, the by Bopo Women is a gift you can feel good about giving. The mixture of rare Moroccan essential oil with coconut, sweet almond, lavender, mandarin and patchouli oils is a natural skincare dream. Or use as a bath oil or hair treatment. Shop the range at QVWC Shop.

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QVWC Shop

More gift shops

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Clementine's

Stocking fine food, gifts and homewares made in Victoria.

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Essensorie

Botanical scent-makers creating a range of bespoke naturally-scented products.

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Purpose Precinct

A showcase of Victorian social enterprise products at Queen Victoria Market.

House of Creed perfumerie with tiny bottles on a centre island and arranged around the walls.

Creed Boutique

The House of Creed's ³Ô¹ÏÍø flagship boutique in Royal Arcade.

Mother's Day events, specials and dining

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Picture-Perfect Mother's Day

Celebrate Mother's Day with live music, a photobooth and great food.

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Boho Luxe Market: Christmas Edition

A design market full of handmade, ethically sourced products.

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Mother's Day Classic

Join the Mother’s Day Classic to raise awareness and funds for breast and ovarian cancer.

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Mother: Stories from the NGV Collection

Mother presents diverse stories drawn from across the NGV Collection.

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Mother's Day Lunch Cruise

Surprise your mum with a three-hour lunch cruise on the Yarra River.

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Mother's Day Brunch Cruise

Cruise with food, drinks, live music and Docklands views aboard the Lady Cutler.

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Mother's Day Studio Sessions at Myer: K Beauty

Celebrate with a beauty masterclass and gift to achieve that professional-level glow every day.

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Mother's Day Art Workshops

Paint together or create a special gift at this Mother’s Day art workshop in Docklands.

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Mother's Day Jewellery-Making Class

An intimate wine and jewellery-making class for Mums and their loved ones.

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Marmont

Have a long lunch by the river this Mother's Day with Moët Champagne on arrival. $149pp.

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El Rincon

Enjoy complimentary sangría and pintxo on arrival. Sun 10 May from noon

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Ronnie's

This lunch feast is designed for sharing, with a glass of Prosecco on arrival for each guest, $95pp.

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A white and peach heart shaped cake with piped details.

Miilk Cake Studio

Order a fresh mango and peach cake for Mother's Day, plus more in-store treats.

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Blacksmith Bar & Grill

Enjoy a five-course lunch feast with stunning city views, and a glass of bubbles for Mum, $99pp.

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Reine & La Rue

Elevate your celebration with a remarkable set lunch menu $185pp (children $65).

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Conservatory

Enjoy the Conservatory's extravagant buffet for lunch or dinner, from $175 to $325pp.

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Mr Hive Kitchen & Bar

Celebrate with a lavish buffet brunch at Mr Hive, with a glass of Mimosa for every guest, $125pp.

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Nobu

Enjoy a kaiseki brunch, blending Japanese culinary tradition with Peruvian influence, $149pp.

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Kolkata Cricket Club

Enjoy a vibrant 4-course set sharing menu available for lunch and dinner, $125pp (vegetarian $95).

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Koko

Japanese technique meets refined, contemporary dining in a 4-course set lunch, $190pp.

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Ging Thai

Enjoy a 3-course sharing menu bursting with aromatic Thai flavours, $89pp.

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Bistro Guillaume

Transport Mum to France with a 3-course set menu including a flute of Moët & Chandon NV, $165pp.

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Morris House

Enjoy a rooftop picnic with Chandon ($99pp) or an indoor four-course feed me menu ($85pp).

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Maha

Enjoy a curated set menu of refined shared dishes, available across lunch and dinner $155/$195pp.

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Florentino

Celebrate with a set lunch in the Dining Room, plus live entertainment, $175pp.

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Left Bank ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Enjoy a 3-course lunch with a glass of bubbles, or upgrade to the beverage package ($99 or $129pp).

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Society

Enjoy the chef's menu in the Dining Room ($135pp) or Lillian Brasserie ($88pp).

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Chancery Lane

Enjoy a long, unhurried 4-course set menu lunch with the people who deserve it most. $110pp.

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Pullman ³Ô¹ÏÍø City Centre

Celebrate with a buffet lunch perched on Level 15, with views across the city, $110pp ($45 child).

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Dolly Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

Enjoy a four-course menu with complimentary Champagne. Dinner Sat 9 May, lunch Sun 10 May.

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Sofi's Lounge

Enjoy sparkling and sweet and savoury selections. Sat 9 & Sun 10 May, 11am & 2pm sittings, $110pp.

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No35

Celebrate with curated shared menus and glass of sparkling on arrival. Sat & Sun 9 & 10 May, $135pp

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Melba Restaurant

Celebrate Mum with a luxurious buffet lunch for $235 pp with a glass of Laurent-Perrier Champagne.

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Ho Liao

Enjoy 50% off their signature Mud Crab, a standout favourite and perfect for sharing, 8–10 May.

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Matilda

Autumn produce is at the heart of this special menu, $115pp ($45 child).

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Blackbird

Celebrate Mums with a three-course feast of modern Australian favourites, $119pp (under 12s $48).

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Byblos Bar & Restaurant

Celebrate over a generous Lebanese-style, family banquet set against the Yarra River, from $78pp.

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Taxi Kitchen

Enjoy fabulous food, warm hospitality and city views; order a la carte, or the set menu at $95pp.

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Ottie's

Enjoy a generous brunch with a glass of prosecco and a gift for Mums on arrival, $99 pp (child $49).

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Sassy Italian Restaurant

Glass of sparkling for every mum, plus live music. Sun 10 May, from noon.

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Koko Black

Treat mum with a limited-edition praline gift box or gift hamper this Mother's Day.

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Waterside Hotel

Enjoy a set banquet at Past/Port $73pp, or a Sunday roast special in the pub or beer garden.

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Common Cuts

Enjoy at fire-fuelled set lunch menu with a hero Angus rib eye, paired with vinyl-led beats, $98pp.

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Enjoy all-day live music and dining, plus special prizes to the oldest, youngest, and newest mums!

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Luci

Treat your mum figure to a morning of bubbles and a breakfast buffet, $70pp ($23/$47 kids/teens).

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Bar Lourinhã

Enjoy a special 6-course set menu, live music (lunch only) and a glass of sparkling for Mums, $85pp.

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Hotel Nacional

Mums can enjoy a complimentary glass of Mumm champagne with any lunch or dinner booking.

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Red Spice Road

Take her out for a two-course Mother's Day feast with complimentary Prosecco for mums. $80pp.

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Pidapipo Gelateria

Pick up limited-edition gelato bites for mum in a cute gift tin. All stores, 27 April to 10 May.

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Lexy Restaurant and Bar

An opulent, premium 3-course banquet for truly special moments. 10 May, 11.30am-9pm. $170pp.

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Lexy Restaurant and Bar

This 3-course banquet is a heartfelt celebration of elegance. 10 May, 11.30am-9pm. $120pp.

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Cha Ching ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Enjoy a specially curated luxurious dining experience with a free gift. 11.30am-8.30pm. $89pp.

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Yassas – The Greek Way

Enjoy a long lunch or relaxed dinner, with shared feasts designed for the whole family, $89pp.

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Yassas - The Greek Way

Enjoy a long lunch or relaxed dinner, with shared feasts designed for the whole family, $59pp.

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Chin Chin

Chin Chin's iconic feed me banquet designed for sharing, with the option to add on extras. $89pp.

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Grill Americano

An exclusive Chef's Selection menu with exquisite Italian fare and wine from the cellar. $135pp.

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Select from classic à la carte offerings or signature Chef's Tasting menus, from $125pp.

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Yakimono

Treat Mum to a flame-fired à la carte menu alongside Setto menus and one-off specials.

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Mother's Day high teas

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Mother’s Day High Tea with Emelia Jackson

An afternoon of live music, iconic surrounds and high tea through Emelia’s lens.

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Mother's Day High Tea Buffet

Because this year, Mum deserves more than a bunch of flowers and a card.

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Mother's Day High Tea

This Mother's Day, enjoy a refined take on high tea with a seasonal menu and exclusive cocktails.

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Mother's Day High Tea

Pamper Mum this Mother's Day with decadent sweets, savouries and scones with a glass of sparkling.

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A Love Letter to Mum: Mother’s Day High Tea

Celebrate the women who have shaped your life with an elegant Mother's Day High Tea.

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Mother's Day Studio Sessions at Myer: Maxwell & Williams

Celebrate Mother's Day with high tea and a paint and sip class.

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Mother's Day by Dorsett ³Ô¹ÏÍø x T6 Pâtisserie

This high tea honours the mums and mother figures who deserve to be celebrated.

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Mother's Day High Tea

Indulge in a Mother's Day high tea experience at The Waiting Room at Crown.

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Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

Enjoy Mother's Day in style with an afternoon tea buffet and freeflow sparkling at Mövenpick Hotel.

Collins Kitchen

Choose from High Tea on Saturday ($129pp) or a lavish buffet lunch on Sunday ($259pp).

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Last updated on Thu 30 Apr 2026

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