Some gifts just feel right coming from here. Maybe it’s the skincare made with native botanicals, the chocolate that actually tastes like chocolate, or a bottle of something distilled just down the road. It’s familiar, it’s thoughtful, and it carries a bit of home with it.

If you’re heading overseas or coming back in, Laneway, Melbourne Airport’s duty free online shopping platform, lets you pre-order these local best sellers up to 60 days in advance and pick them up when you land or before you fly. But which local names are actually worth grabbing? Below, we've rounded up a few that do it best—all made here, all ready for gifting.

The best self-care gifts are the ones that actually get used, like a calming face mist, a nourishing serum, or a hand cream that makes long-haul flights feel slightly less grim. There’s no shortage of skincare brands that do this well, and a few of them are right here on Laneway.

• Aesop – Melbourne-based and globally loved, Aesop is known for its no-fuss approach to skincare. Their cleansers, balms and face oils are full of botanicals like parsley seed and mandarin rind, ideal for gifting someone who likes a low-key routine that still feels premium.
• Jurlique – Straight from the Adelaide Hills, Jurlique is best known for its soft, hydrating mists and gentle moisturisers. Their formulas use farm-grown botanicals and suit all skin types, especially if you’re gifting someone with sensitive or travel-tired skin.
• Endota – Born in regional Victoria, Endota makes feel-good skincare that leans into natural oils, subtle scents, and soothing textures. Their travel-exclusive sets and body care kits are an easy win for gifting. They’re thoughtful without being over the top.

These local names hold their own next to global best sellers like Lancôme, Clinique, Clarins and Estée Lauder. They suit all skin types, are packed with skin-loving ingredients, and are designed to go straight in your carry-on. If you’re after a gift that feels personal but practical, start here.

Whether it’s gin from the Yarra Valley, whisky aged in red wine barrels, or a bold shiraz, Australian-made drinks make easy, thoughtful gifts that carry a sense of place. Below, we’ve grouped them by what’s in the glass so you can find the right one to gift, share, or stash for yourself.

Reds, Whites, Champagne and Everything in Between

You’ll find global names like Moët & Chandon and Veuve Clicquot on Laneway, but if you’re after something local, there’s plenty worth packing. These wine and champagne brands are easy to gift, easy to enjoy, and made in the regions that do it best.

• Penfolds – A classic for a reason. Penfolds makes everything from everyday reds to more premium drops. It’s an easy go-to when you want a gift that feels polished.
• Jacob’s Creek – Bold and familiar, this Barossa-based label is made for sharing. Great if you’re after something everyone recognises, but still proudly Australian.
• Wynns – From Coonawarra in South Australia, Wynns wines are a little more regional and a little more refined. They are a smart pick for anyone who knows their reds!
• Brown Brothers – Based in Milawa, Victoria, Brown Brothers brings a lighter, more playful style. Think easy-drinking wines perfect for casual dinners or relaxed gifting.
• De Bortoli Wines – Yarra Valley grown and great with food, De Bortoli’s cool-climate wines are clean, fresh, and never over the top.

Gin, Vodka, Brandy, Liqueur and More

These Australian distilleries are known for spirits that feel thoughtful, well-made, and a little different, often thanks to native botanicals or regional flavours. If you're gifting something strong but smooth, this is where to look.

• Four Pillars – One of Australia’s most recognised gin names, Four Pillars is distilled in the Yarra Valley using local citrus and spice. If you’d usually reach for something like Tanqueray or Bombay, this is the local bottle to know.
• Archie Rose – Based in Sydney, Archie Rose produces gin, vodka and whisky with a strong focus on small-batch craft. It’s a versatile pick for someone who might usually go for a smooth St Rémy brandy or a classic bourbon like Maker’s Mark but wants to try something local.
• Applewood – Distilled in the Adelaide Hills with native ingredients like wattleseed and desert lime, Applewood gin is bold, aromatic and full of character. If they’re into flavour-forward spirits like Diplomatico, this one’s worth a spot in the gift bag.
• The Melbourne Gin Company – Balanced and smooth with botanicals from both here and abroad, MGC offers a refined gin that’s ideal for gifting. It’s a smart local pick for someone who might usually go for something like Hendrick’s.
• Mr Black – A coffee liqueur made with cold brew and Australian vodka, Mr Black is strong, rich, and not overly sweet. Think of it as the Australian equivalent to Kahlua, but with a bit more punch and less sugar.

Single Malts, Ryes and Uniquely Local Whiskies

Gifting someone who likes a proper slow slip? These local distilleries on Laneway produce all kinds of whiskey—some bold, some smooth, but all made with care.

• Starward – Distilled in Melbourne and aged in red wine barrels, Starward delivers a bold, fruit-forward style that’s full of character. A good pick for someone who usually drinks Balvenie but is open to something with a local twist.
• Gospel – Made in Melbourne using 100% rye, Gospel whisky leans dry, spicy, and unapologetically different. It’s a great local option for anyone who normally reaches for Jack Daniel’s and wants to try a rye that’s made here.
• Lark – From Tasmania, Lark is one of the pioneers of Australian single malt whisky. If you're gifting to someone who enjoys a layered, premium sip, like those in the Glendronach realm, this one lands well.
• Morris Whisky – Based in Rutherglen, Victoria, Morris finishes its single malt in fortified wine barrels for a round, rich flavour. Think approachable, smooth, and giftable, especially for someone who likes a soft Glenlivet but something local.

Disclaimer: Only passengers travelling internationally from/to Melbourne Airport can purchase goods on Laneway. Please note that some goods, like alcohol and tobacco products, may have minimum age requirements, and ID will need to be provided at the time you collect the goods from the relevant collection point. Purchases of alcohol and tobacco via Laneway must not be made by any person who is under 18 years of age.

Gifting doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes, it’s a bottle of perfume that feels like home or a pair of sunglasses that actually suits them. These local brands deliver style and substance in equal measure.

• Goldfield & Banks – Melbourne-made and inspired by Australia’s native landscape, this fine fragrance brand blends ingredients like boronia, white sandalwood and wattleseed into an eau de parfum that feels grounded and original. If you’re shopping for someone who likes a fragrance with presence (think Gucci or Tom Ford), this is the local answer.
• Glasshouse – Confident and never too serious, Glasshouse makes scented candles that are easy to gift and even easier to love. If they usually go for something like Jo Malone London or YSL candles, this is a bold local pick that holds its own.
• Le Specs – Designed in Sydney and worn everywhere, Le Specs makes sunglasses that hold their own against global fashion names like Burberry or Chloé sunnies without the designer price tag. They make a great last-minute gift that doesn’t feel last-minute.

When the gift fits in your carry-on and still feels considered, it just makes sense. Good thing, these local picks do both, with the kind of detail and finish that land well wherever you’re headed.

Not every gift needs wrapping. Sometimes it’s a bag of macadamias, a block of smooth milk chocolate, or something sweet you picked up just in case. These Australian-made treats and souvenirs are easy to carry, easy to share, and always a hit with kids, families or colleagues.

• Patons – A Melbourne favourite, Patons is best known for its chocolate-covered macadamias that are simple, moreish, and ideal for gifting in bulk. They’re easy to pack and hard to give away without keeping a box for yourself!
• Koala Farm – Based in Byron Bay, Koala Farm makes confectionery that leans local in the best way. Think classic sweets, native flavours, and snackable portions that are easy to hand out or pair with other gifts.
• Banksia Red – From Victoria, Banksia Red offers chocolate and snack packs that feel nostalgic without being generic. Great for casual gifting, especially when you want to bring something small that still says “from here.”

Whether you're putting together a family-friendly bundle or just want something fun to hand out, a few extras can go a long way. Windmill Toys makes locally designed plush toys that pair well with sweets or with global favourites like LEGO if you're building out something bigger.

Tick off gift shopping early on Laneway and travel knowing it’s all sorted. Whether you’re picking up chocolate, perfume, wine or something a bit more personal, it’s all available to pre-order online and pick up from one of the collection points in the international airport terminal. No rushing, no extra bags. Just duty free finds that actually feel like gifts!

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