This intimate market rolls into Hobart each Sunday morning, bringing with it the best of the region’s produce and goods. Visitors will be impressed by the quality and variety on offer, from free-range Berkshire pork to local game meats, freshly caught seafood and a colourful array of heirloom fruit and vegetables. Farm Gate Market is held at on Sundays 8:30am–1pm at 108 Bathurst Street, Hobart. farmgatemarket.com.au.

Give your body a break from the riesling and replenish with some of the wholesome, locally-grown goods found at this charming farmers’ market. Currently, around 50 stalls are involved, with only producers from local shires and surrounding suburbs eligible for involvement. Varied produce from throughout the region is available, and producers are joined by the regular appearance of a breakfast bar run by a local charity, school or sporting organisation to raise funds for their cause. Margaret River Farmers’ Market was a finalist for Outstanding Farmers’ Market in the delicious. Harvey Norman Produce Awards 2019. The weekly market is held every Saturday from 8am-12pm from April-Oct and 7:30am-11:30am from November to March at the Margaret River Education Campus, Lot 272 Bussell Hwy in the Margaret River.

Nestled amongst gum trees, this local farmers’ market shows off the tropical fruits and farm-fresh produce for which the sub-tropical Sunshine Coast is known. Goods range from organic produce through to freshly-squeezed juices, handmade marinades, sauces and preserves, with plenty to eat on the spot. The Noosa Farmers Market is held every Sunday from 6am-12p on Weyba Rd, Noosaville. noosafarmersmarket.com.au.

Set within the paddocks of an inner-city working farm, these award-winning markets spring to life with more than 60 stalls proffering deliciousness in many forms. Do your groceries and pick up some extra treats – but don’t forget your baskets; this one’s strictly plastic-bag-free. Alongside the farm-fresh fruit and veg, you’ll also find other country offerings, including goats, chickens and ponies who are there for a pat. Collingwood Children’s Farm Farmers Market is held the second Saturday of every month from 8am-1pm at the Collingwood Children’s Farm, 18 St Heliers St, Abbotsford. farm.org.au/farmersmarketmelbourne.

Open every day (except Christmas), the Sydney Fish Market is a go-to for the freshest fish in town, from oysters to prawns, mussels, crab, squid and octopus served straight from the ice-filled crate. There’s also plenty to eat there, from Aussie fish and chips to fresh sashimi and scallop mornay served in the half shell. It’s a popular spot for tourists too, so be sure to get in early to take home the day’s best catch. The Sydney Fish Market runs everyday from 7am-4pm at the corner of Pyrmont Bridge Rd & Bank St, Pyrmont. sydneyfishmarket.com.au.

Born in 2002, South Australia’s Willunga Farmers Market was the state’s first. Held every Saturday in Willunga Town Square, the morning festivities have become a regional hub for the community and visitors to gather and purchase fresh, seasonal produce from the McLaren Vale district. There are now more than 80 farmers and artisan food producers involved in the foodie affair. Willunga Farmers Markets were awarded Outstanding Farmers’ Market at the delicious. Harvey Norman Produce Awards 2019. Willunga Farmers’ Market is held in the Willunga Town Square, Main Road Willunga every Saturday from 8am-12:30pm. willungafarmersmarket.com.au.

On the fourth Saturday of the month, conscientious shoppers gather in Spotswood to stock up on organic, biodynamic and higher welfare goods, with many buying in bulk. The market and its 60 stallholders pride themselves on their mantra for sustainable and ethically-sourced produce, which ranges from meat through to eggs and dairy, with plenty of good, clean fair food to eat on the day. The market is plastic bag free, so you’ll need to bring your own tote. Slow Food Melbourne Market runs the fourth Saturday of every month from 8am-1pm at 63 The Avenue, Spotswood. slowfoodmelbourne.com.au

For over 140 years, Central Market has powered many South Australians’ fresh food supplies, with meat the focus. There’s live music over the weekend, and MasterChef series-one contestant Poh Ling Yeow’s Jamface bakery and café has a permanent home here. Stop by for old-school sausage rolls, sandwiches, and sweet treats like raspberry and cream tarts. Adelaide Central Market opens Tue 7am–5.30pm, Wed and Thu 9am–5.30pm, Fri 7am–9pm and Sat 7am–3pm at 44–60 Gouger Street, Adelaide. adelaidecentralmarket.com.au.

A bustling marketplace by day and, come summer, a humming street food and live music space by night, the open-air Queen Vic has been operating since 1878. Jammed with food and wine stalls, donut vans and ‘designer’ clothing, it’s Australia’s closest reincarnation of London’s Borough Market. Locals come for the produce and artisanal smallgoods, while out-of-towners stop by to tick off the all-essential tourist box, and pick up some Aussie memorabilia while they’re at it. 513 Elizabeth St, Melbourne; Tue, Thur, Fri, Sat and Sun: 9am – 12pm; qvm.com.au

It might be famous for its dim sims, but South Melbourne Markets has plenty more crowd-pulling tricks up its sleeves. There’s organic butchers and bakers (including the touted Agathe Patisserie), fishmongers, vintage wares, ethical fashion pop-ups and loads more. If it’s a snack you’re after, it’s hard to look past Claypots Evening Star’s grilled scampi. Corner of Coventry and Cecil Streets, South Melbourne; Wed, Sat & Sun 8am–4pm, Fri 8am–5pm; southmelbournemarket.com.au

Held under a canopy of fig trees in the foothills of Mt Chincogan, this market has been in operation since 2010. With a focus on fresh produce, artisan producers and food-related products, the market now attracts more than 60 stalls each week (on Friday mornings) and has its own program of dedicated workshops and special events. Among the produce-driven offerings are fresh fruit, vegetables and meat, as well as stalls for seedlings. Mullumbimby Farmers’ Market was a finalist for Outstanding Farmers’ Market in the delicious. Harvey Norman Produce Awards 2019.

A down-to-earth farmers market, where 100 percent of produce is grown and harvested within a 160km radius of the markets and sold by the producer themselves. Expect pantry staples from eggs, herbs, vegetables, fruit and honey through to homemade artisanal goods from breads and pastries to jams and preserves. Stallholders include a mix of commercial growers as well as a number of ‘backyarders’ who bring in homegrown produce from their residential gardens. The SAGE Farmers’ Market is held every Tuesday afternoon from 3pm at Riverside Park, Moruya. sagefarmersmarket.org.au.

From the state that brings us Barossa wines, great cheese and Maggie Beer, comes the Adelaide Farmers Markets. Spend your Sunday sampling the fare of this plentiful region.

As Saturday evening approaches, Darwin locals bring healthy appetites to Malak Marketplace where fresh, organic produce, an incredible line-up of culturally diverse food stalls, and live music mingle from 4pm.