Scout’s Father’s Day Gift Guide
Spoil your Dad with this edit of genius gift ideas
Bottle Keg Can, Jannali
It’s that time of year where we pay that special person back for all the bad jokes they’ve told, the BBQs they’ve hosted, and the love they’ve given. We’re talking Father’s Day. Whether it’s your dad, your grandfather, a father figure, step-dad, uncle, or even a mate who’s a dad, we know you’re on the hunt for something good.
The good news is, there are as many great Father’s Day gifts out there as there are lousy puns, and we’ve found 14 of the best for you to peruse.
Father’s Day gift guide 2026
Bottle Keg Can
Two of Jannali’s best have teamed up to take the guesswork out of Father’s Day gifting. Bottle Keg Can and Steak Out Butchery, located just two doors apart on Railway Crescent, have created a gift wallet containing a card for each store. Dad can choose his favourite Aussie grass-fed cuts from Steak Out, then head to Bottle Keg Can, where the team will pair them with the perfect craft beer, small-batch spirit or wine. Available in four tiers, from the $99 Backyard to the $449 Long Lunch, it’s everything he needs to fire up the barbecue and settle in for a seriously good feast. Gift wallets are available from both stores from August 25th and can be redeemed whenever suits him.
Longevity Clinics
A little reset for the dad who’s always busy looking after everyone else. Longevity Clinics in Caringbah South combines medical expertise with modern wellness treatments, recovery services, skin treatments and more. From hyperbaric oxygen chambers and infrared sauna sessions to compression and red light therapy and magnesium floats, there are plenty of ways to recharge and feel your best. Gift vouchers are available online here or in-store, making them an easy win for the dad who deserves some time to switch off.
Lazy Franks
For the dad who could do with a wardrobe upgrade (you know who he is), Lazy Franks is top of our list. This new Shire-based menswear label serves up quality, easy-to-wear pieces with a relaxed edge, designed to feel considered without trying too hard. Our picks? The Lazy Wide-Leg Pant and Martini T-Shirt. Ideal for the one whose “good shirt” could use some competition, or who already knows his way around a decent fit.
Jensens
Skip the socks and take Dad out for a long lunch at Jensens instead. They’re making a day of it with all-day dining from 11:00am, meat specials, Stonegarden Ale on offer and live music from Diamond Beat. There’s no set menu to lock you in, plus BYO wine and champagne is available all day, so you can settle in for lunch and accidentally stay for dinner. Cold beer, live music and no cooking. Hard to argue with that.
Saint Cobes
Upgrade Dad’s scent game with a solid fragrance from Saint Cobes. Made with natural beeswax and nourishing oils, these pocket-sized parfums are gentle on skin and easy to take anywhere, from his gym bag to his carry-on. Refillable, travel-friendly and mess-free, there are eight scents to choose from, with a few of our favourites including Fure (floral), Amba (ambery), Katako (woody) and Sabo (fresh). It’s a modern alternative to traditional cologne. No glass bottles, no spills, just a quick swipe whenever he needs it.
Meadow Music Room
Make Father’s Day lunch a little more fun at Meadow Music Room, Cronulla’s day-to-night bar and bistro known for French-inspired food, polished cocktails and a vinyl-led soundtrack. Head in for a meal on Sunday 6th September and the guest of honour (aka Dad) will receive a complimentary Campari with his meal. A cocktail on the house? We’ll cheers to that.
Tanky
For the dad who takes his role as chief drink-pourer seriously, TANKY makes the job easy. This portable, pressurised dispenser keeps beer cold, cold brew fresh and cocktails ready to go, without the mess or fuss. It’s compact, simple to clean and just as handy at a backyard BBQ or on the boat as it is in the fridge when mates drop round. One fill will keep the crew sorted, whether he’s pouring a crisp lager, an Aperol spritz or even an espresso martini.
Bangor Tavern
If Dad’s idea of a good Sunday involves a pub lunch and a cold one, Bangor Tavern is making a strong case. Buy one Great Northern and get the second free, plus free face painting and free kids’ meals. Add in the Tavern’s laid-back local feel, sports bar and playground, and you’ve got an outing that keeps the whole crew happy. Dad included.
TrueSwing Golf
New to Caringbah, TrueSwing Golf is a premium indoor golf studio powered by TrackMan technology, giving golfers a place to practise, play and fine-tune their game year-round. Dad can work on his swing, play world-class virtual courses and get seriously specific about his stats, without worrying about rain, daylight or losing another ball in the rough. Book a casual simulator session, a coaching lesson with PGA Professional Jared Brown or, if you’re feeling generous, a membership for 24/7 access. One for anyone chasing a lower handicap, or simply another excuse to work on their swing.
RCVRI Cronulla
Always training, surfing, running, or complaining about a suspiciously tight hamstring? RCVRI Cronulla is made for him. The recovery studio is packed with ways to reset, from hot and cold therapy pools and traditional saunas to Normatec compression, ZeroGravity floats, steam rooms and hyperbaric sessions. There are also private contrast therapy suites. Grab him a gift voucher and let him choose his own recovery session. Consider it permission to put his feet up, properly.
Fatboy Bikes
If he’d happily swap four wheels for two, Fatboy Bikes is the kind of gift that earns serious points. The Shire-based brand has its HQ in Caringbah, with a line-up of seriously good-looking e-bikes built for everything from the coffee run to cruising down to the beach. If a whole bike feels a little ambitious, there’s plenty of gear and accessories to get him started. Consider this your warning: you may not see Dad in his car again.
Athleyz
For the dad who likes his activewear clean, comfortable and far from gym-bro territory, meet Athleyz. Founded and designed in Cronulla, this new men’s label creates refined everyday pieces made to move from work and coastal walks to weekends with the family. Think quality materials, considered fits and clean lines that look as good as they feel. Shop the Father’s Day bundles online and add an optional gift box for an easy present from a brand born right here in the Shire.
Benny’s
If Dad’s love language is good food and time with the family, Benny’s has the brief nailed. They’re serving up a $139 Father’s Day set menu, with two sittings at 11:00am and 2:30pm. A few standouts from the menu? The Corn Ribs, Baked Abrolhos Island Scallops, Snapper Fillet Baked in a Bag and 300g Rangers Valley MB6+ Sirloin. Add the whole family around the table and it’s a pretty solid Sunday.
Left of Field Golf
For the golfer who wants something a little less country club, Left of Field Golf is worth a look. The Shire-based label gives classic golf gear a much cooler spin, taking cues from surf and skate style while keeping everything course-ready. Think polos, pleated pants, caps and outerwear that work just as well beyond the 18th hole. Our picks? The Pleated Lite Pant and one of their latest Mornington Polos. A worthy wardrobe upgrade without sending him anywhere near the usual rack of questionable golf shirts.
Bobby’s Cronulla
Free Peroni for Dad? Bobby’s Cronulla is making Father’s Day lunch an easy sell. The beachfront spot serves up a Mediterranean-inspired, ocean-to-plate menu made for sharing, with a free Peroni with lunch for all dads this Father’s Day. All that’s left to do is round up the family and settle in by the ocean.
Posted: August 2026