12th Birthday Gifts Australia

What do you get for someone who is 12 years old?  They are almost teenagers and they will have strong interests. Brands matter.

Safety is still important - make sure sport equipment is well-made.

Suggestions: These children are between children's toys and more grown-up gifts. Books, puzzles and novelty gadgets are fairly safe - or check to see if they have any special interests, collections or musical interests. If you know the child well, you could try giving something unusual to try to spark a new interest. 

• BCL Books - Australian bookshop with over 1.5 million titles, powered by Seekbooks. Spark a new interest, or fuel an old one.
   
• Best Games - From old favourites like Monopoly and Scrabble to challenging 3D puzzles, Best Games specialise in a wide range of board games, card games, strategy games, traditional games, jigsaw puzzles, and brainteasers. Based in NSW, they deliver Australia-wide and internationally. Free shipping for most orders over $100 and free gift wrapping is available.
   
• Multi-Powered Products has alternative powered products including innovative solar, wind-up, water powered, energy saving LED gadgets, educational kits, emergency products, and adventure accessories. They also encourage children to learn about concepts such as solar and water power with educational toys and fun products
   
• My Tin Toys - indulge in a little nostalgia! Fun, nostalgic and collectible Tin Robots, Classic Tin Wind Ups, Clockwork Tin Toys, Plastic Wind Ups and many collectible traditional toys.
   
• Blue Dog Posters in Sydney is Australia's largest online poster shop. From the latest and greatest to the bizarre and obscure, choose from over 7000 posters and prints. Get your poster laminated or delivered as is. Categories include educational, maps, anatomy charts, motivational and demotivational, music, movies, fantasy and lifestyle. Delivery to Australia, New Zealand and Singapore. Flat rate delivery Australia wide and express delivery is also available.
   
• Coolthings - Everything from gadgets and gizmos to soft plush toys, cool lighting accessories and brain bending puzzles. They accept all major credit cards and electronic funds transfer. Based in Launceston, Tasmania with delivery Australia wide and free gift wrapping.
  • Remote Controlled Things
  • Games and Puzzles
  • Science is Cool
  • Glowing Gifts and Gadgets
  
  
• PeeDee Toys - Melbourne based toy shop with the widest range of brand name and character toys. Gift-wrapping, greetings cards and gift vouchers available. Flat rate delivery Australia wide. Categories suitable for 11 year olds include:
  • Construction - LEGO, Meccano, MegaBloks and Zoob
  • Games & Puzzles
  • Reading Books for ages 9-12 years and Teens
  • Hobbies - Plastic model kits of famous automobiles, aircraft and ships.
  • Novelties - including Beyblades, stationery, Glow Zone and AFL novelties
  • Outdoor toys - Pool and sporting equipment for active children. Table tennis, kites, skipping ropes and more.
  • Pool & water toys - Toys and swimming aids for all ages
  • Gift Certificates - For a last-minute gift idea or just for someone who's hard to buy for. Certificates can be posted or emailed for an instant gift.
  
  
• Rainbow Designs - Lots of sweets and chocolates in funky noodle boxes, some with a soft cuddly toy. For children (and adults) with a sweet tooth. Australia wide shipping is included in price so there are no hidden costs.
   
• Rebel Sport - Australia's largest sports store is now online with a comprehensive range of gym wear, sports gear, sports shoes, and equipment for fitness and recreation.  For most items, delivery is a low flat fee. Payment options include credit card, PayPal, gift card, cheque, and money order. Gift Cards can be used in the online shop or in any Rebel Sport store around Australia.
   
• Amart All Sports is an established sports discounter with a comprehensive range of sports equipment, footwear and apparel.
   
• Sweetgifts.com.au sweet gifts for teens with a sweet tooth
   
• SillyGifts.com.au brighten someone's day - give the gift of silliness!