All things Bright and Colourful

Zebra Finch is your one stop shop for all things gifting, homewares, fashion and kids! We are a small, family owned business here in Newcastle NSW with two store fronts - Marketown Shopping Centre Newcastle West and Westfield Kotara and an online store. We hand pick our stock from all over the country, making sure to choose the most beautiful, unique items that bring joy to us and our customers.

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Open book with colorful illustrations of children playing outdoors on a yellow background, from book titled, We Needed a You by Compendium - stocked at Zebra Finch in Newcastle, NSW

Illustrated book open to two pages with children and a dog at a table, from book titled, We Needed a You by Compendium - stocked at Zebra Finch in Newcastle, NSW

Illustrated book open to a page with a family and dog under a tree, from book titled, We Needed a You by Compendium - stocked at Zebra Finch in Newcastle, NSW

Open book with colourful illustrations of people and animals on a white background, from book titled, We Needed a You by Compendium - stocked at Zebra Finch in Newcastle, NSW

Book cover with colourful illustration of children playing and a dog, on a white background, from book titled, We Needed a You by Compendium - stocked at Zebra Finch in Newcastle, NSW

$28.50

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A CHILDREN’S BOOK TO CELEBRATE HOW A CHILD BRIGHTENS THE WORLD

Written by M.H. Clark / Illustrated by Olivia Holden

“Before you were here, there were people to love…
to hold hands with and dance with and be with and hug.
There were good friends and best friends and family too.
But something was missing. We needed a you.”

When a child enters your life, everything changes. The whole world instantly becomes brighter, bigger, and fuller in every way, just because they’re in it.

This is an opportunity to let a little one know how much they matter, and how nothing has quite been the same since they arrived.

Written by award-winning children’s book author M.H. Clark (from books such as You Belong Here, Everywhere, Still, and Tiny, Perfect Things), each page of this poetic book is a chance to tell a child how deeply loved they are.

Flip through the colourful illustrations at bedtime to give a child a glimpse of the world before they arrived — one that was perfectly pleasant but missing a certain someone. Then let that special child know that their presence makes ordinary moments fuller and more complete in countless, extraordinary ways.

Hardcover
11.25″H x 8.5″W
40 pages

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Erstwilder x Pete Cromer 2025 North Amercia collection | Stockist in Newcastle, NSW at Zebra Finch Style | The Riveting Ruby-Throated Hummingbird Necklace

Erstwilder The Riveting Ruby-Throated Hummingbird Necklace

$139.95

Erstwilder x Pete Cromer 2025 North Amercia collection | Stockist in Newcastle, NSW at Zebra Finch Style | The Ancient Alligator Brooch

Erstwilder The Ancient Alligator Brooch

$59.95

Erstwilder x Pete Cromer 2025 North Amercia collection | Stockist in Newcastle, NSW at Zebra Finch Style | The Dainty Deer Brooch

Erstwilder The Dainty Deer Brooch

$59.95

Erstwilder x Pete Cromer 2025 North Amercia collection | Stockist in Newcastle, NSW at Zebra Finch Style | The Great Horned Owl Brooch

Erstwilder The Grand Great Horned Owl Brooch

$54.95

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Let customers speak for us

from 49 reviews

Adrienne Griffith

05/19/2025

Iced Cupcake Erstwilder

Zebra Finch are wonderful. No hesitation in recommending them. A very cute brooch. Arrived safely, very well packaged. Many thanks.

Erstwilder Iced Cupcake Brooch

Jessica

05/14/2025

Amazing customer service!

Kate is so so lovely and I will 100% support her small business again! Her packaging, personalized notes and fast shipping were all 10/10. Highly recommend shopping at Zebra Finch :)

Jellycat Bashful Turtle Original

Chumani

05/02/2025

Bashful Small Lion

One of my favourite purchases! In perfect condition and packaged well. Absolutely love that it is better than described 🦁.Will definitely be ordering from Zebrafinch in the near future 😍.
Came with the cutest thoughtful little notes! Thank you so much✨️
My baby boy adores him! 🩵

Jellycat Bashful Lion Original

Diane

04/29/2025

Much prettier in real life.

Erstwilder Delightful Daffodils Brooch

Nerida Paterson

04/21/2025

Something here if your 7 or 67!

I was thrilled recently to find a shared love of Zebra Finch with my great nieces. They brought out the gifts they had bought with their birthday money, and I recognised the Tara Treasures items immediately. I'm a mad Erstwilder Collector and even though they are 7 and 9, we all adore the music boxes. We all agreed we just want to live at Zebra Finch forever!!!!!

Erstwilder Ocean Coral Simplified Mini Brooch

Emma B

04/20/2025

Wall arr

So in love , exactly as picture and description

Jones and Co Resort Laps Blue

Carol Outen

04/14/2025

Flying Galah

This is cute and bright. Fast service. Arrived safely and well wrapped. Zebra Finch is very fast and reliable.

Jones and Co Aerial Galah Wall Art

Gary Korocz

03/28/2025

Perfect!

Quick delivery! Item as described! Highly recommended! Thank you!

Jellycat Audrey Hootsoftly

Kyd

03/23/2025

Very nice toy

Jellycat Bashful Lion Original

Melissa Haeusler

03/18/2025

Lovely shop

Zebra Finch were easy to shop at. My brooches arrived lovingly packed & arrived promptly. The brooch itself was beautiful. Will definitely shop here again!

Erstwilder Regal Woodland Owl Brooch

Deanne Morris

02/25/2025

My Favourite Store in Newcastle

I've been a happy customer of ZebraFinch since it opened. It is always a pleasure to shop in store as the staff and products are always delightful. The website is another bonus.

Erstwilder Sunshine and Smiles Brooch

Elizabeth M.

02/05/2025

Superlative Service

I was delighted to find some very sweet finger puppets for my grandson's fourth birthday online at Zebrafinch. Through my own oversight, I missed the cue to include a message for the card to be sent with my gift. Zebrafinch noted my error and promptly phoned me to correct the problem. I couldn't have asked for better, personalised service. Zebrafinch stock a wide range of very lovely and interesting items. I shall return to this site in future.

Gift Wrapping

Michaela Baers

01/07/2025

See Saw sleeveless summer dressss

Fast and efficient service, great communication. The dress is lovely and was delivered quickly Loved the personal touch.

See Saw 100% Linen Soft V Neck Maxi Dress in Pink and Orange

Sam Bloomfield

12/24/2024

Sausage dog Christmas gift

I ordered this from zebra finch and the team were so incredibly helpful and accommodating, the gift wrapping was great and they were very friendly and a local business which is always a plus :). Big fan of zebra finch

Jellycat Otto Sausage Dog

Elizabeth Zyl

12/23/2024

Well Designed Garment

I am short with middle aged spread. I never liked the boxy straight up and down dresses.At last I found ELK with cool fabrics and slightly A line shape which is figure enhancing. I chose a style I liked but couldn't find it in my size it was all sold out. So on the ELK website there was a chat function and I told them what I wanted within a few seconds they told me to go to Zebra Finch and I bought it there. Now I have a lovely dress and a lovely new shop to shop in. Thank you.
Elizabeth Z

Elk the Label Haki Dress in Navy Tera Print

Giving Back Gift Wrap

We are now offering $2 gift wrapping in store and online for gifts bought at Zebra Finch with all the proceeds going to our chosen charity of the month.

From July to August, we are donating to Soul Hub Newcastle.

Soul Hub Newcastle is a community‑funded, volunteer‑driven charity located on Hunter Street in Newcastle, dedicated to supporting Newcastle’s most vulnerable population -people experiencing homelessness, mental illness, addiction, or poverty. In addition to providing free meals, it offers practical support services - including social work, medical clinics, laundry, haircuts, assistance with housing, Centrelink referrals and recovery programs - treating guests with dignity and offering hope beyond a meal.

We really appreciate your kindness and your support to this amazing charity.

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Sam and Julia Mouse Mansion Book | Stockist at Zebra Finch Style in Newcastle, NSW

$29.95

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Sam and Julia are best friends who dwell in the Mouse Mansion.

When they get together, they have a lot of fun and get into a lot of mischief.

Join them as they locate a secret hiding spot, meet the ragman, and learn how to prepare pancakes. There is a shop that sells everything, including a box brimming with treasures. And – oh no! – there might even be a rat. The Mouse Mansion is full of surprises!

You can also buy our The Mouse Mansion Big Book of Look and Find to go along with our Plush Sam and Plush Julia toys.

You can shop our full The Mouse Mansion Sam and Julia collection online or in store at Marketown Shopping Centre Newcastle West and Westfield Kotara

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The Mouse Mansion Book - Sam & Julia

$29.95

Sam and Julia Mouse Mansion Book Big Book of Look and Find | Stockist at Zebra Finch Style in Newcastle, NSW

The Mouse Mansion Book - Big Book of Look & Find

$29.95

Small mouse figurine holding a red flower in front of floral arrangements on a wooden surface | Stockist at Zebra Finch Style, Newcastle, NSW

Plush Sam

$21.95

Sam and Julia | Julia plush | Mouse Mansion | Stockist at Zebra Finch Style in Newcastle, NSW

Plush Julia

$21.95

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Jellycat Amuseabes Birthday Cake Plush toy. Jellycat Stockist in Newcastle, NSW at Zebra Finch

Jellycat Amuseables Birthday Cake

$84.99

Jellycat Smudge Panda Original

$82.95

Jellycat Allexi Alligator

$199.00

Jellycat Amuseables Pink and White Marshmallows

$74.99

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favourite things mugs by robert gordon

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Robert Gordon Favourite Things Mug | Stockist in Newcastle, NSW at Zebra Finch Style | Botanical Mug

Robert Gordon Large Favourite Things Mug - Botanical

$24.95

Robert Gordon Favourite Things Mug | Stockist in Newcastle, NSW at Zebra Finch Style | Cockatoo Mug

Robert Gordon Large Favourite Things Mug - Cockatoo

$24.95

Robert Gordon Favourite Things Mug | Stockist in Newcastle, NSW at Zebra Finch Style | Dachshund Mug

Robert Gordon Large Favourite Things Mug - Dachshund

$24.95

Robert Gordon Favourite Things Mug | Stockist in Newcastle, NSW at Zebra Finch Style | Rainbow Mug

Robert Gordon Large Favourite Things Mug - Rainbow

$24.95

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Woman wearing a navy jacket over a white shirt on a white background - Elk the Label&

$269.00

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Elk the Label's Linen Jacket

A classic linen jacket.

The Hofer Jacket is an unlined linen jacket with a funnel neck and a dropped shoulder. There are concealed metal snap studs down the front of the jacket.

Unlined linen jacket
Funnel neck
Dropped shoulder
Concealed metal snap studs
Side seam pockets
100% French Linen
This design is part of the conscious edit

Material

100% French Linen

Size	Length (cm)	Cm
sleeve length (cm)	Bicep (measured flat) (cm)	Bust s (measured flat) (cm)
6	58	53.7	17.5	53
8	59	54.1	18.5	55.5
10	60	54.5	19.5	58
12	61	54.9	20.5	60.5
14	62	55.3	21.5	63
16	63	55.7	22.5	65.5
18	64	56.1	23.5	68
20		56.5	24.5	70.5

Head in over to Zebra Finch at Marketown Shopping Centre Newcastle West or Westfield Kotara to try it on in person or check out our full Elk the Label collection online.

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Gold hoop earrings on a light gray background - ELK Siita Hoop Earrings. ELK Stockist in Newcastle, NSW at Zebra Finch Style

Silver hoop earrings on a white background ELK Siita Hoop Earrings. ELK Stockist in Newcastle, NSW at Zebra Finch Style

Woman wearing a hoop earring with a plain background - ELK Siita Hoop Earrings. ELK Stockist in Newcastle, NSW at Zebra Finch Style

$59.00

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Siita Hoops by ELK

The Siita Hoop Earring is fresh, sculptural take on the classic hoop earring. Featuring a textured petal-like shape at the base of the hoop and fine hoop closure. These sleek earrings will add refined edge to your weekend and evening outfits

Updated take on our popular Siita Earring, now in a new easy closed-end hoop design
Comes in classic Gold and Silver in a brushed, matte, metallic finish
Lightweight

Material

Main: Zinc

Post: Brass

Drop length: 3.9cm

Individual earring weight: 5g

Head in over to Zebra Finch at Marketown Shopping Centre Newcastle West or Westfield Kotara to see it in person or check out our full Elk the Label collection online.

Colour

Gold

Silver

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