Father's Day Gift Guide

Father’s Day is on the horizon, which means it’s time to get gift-planning.

If a mild panic has settled in at the thought of finding presents for the special father figures in your life, you’re in the right place.

We’ve curated a list of 27 Father’s Day gift ideas that are sure to impress, no matter what he’s into.

This is your ultimate Father’s Day Gift Guide.

The Grand List of Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Below, we share 27 Father’s Day Gift ideas depending on his interest area.

Let’s dive straight in.

Gifts for the Sporty Dad

Whether he spends his Sundays on the golf course or he’s all about a morning run, we’ve got gift ideas for the sporty dad covered.

Adidas: Clothing & Sportswear

Adidas’ clothing and sportswear range has something for every sport-loving dad.

Treat him to a new tee or pair of shorts that will transition perfectly from his morning walk to his afternoon gym session.

Or, opt for a luxe sports jacket to keep him warm on those frosty winter mornings on the golf course.

Rebel: Sports Equipment

Rebel is the one-stop shop for the dad fitting out his home gym or stocking up on some workout essentials.

It can be tricky to know exactly what kind of equipment he needs, so consider opting for a Rebel Gift Card instead. 

Forget what you heard about gift cards making for ‘impersonal’ gifts — add a personal touch to your digital card by filming a video message or adding a written note. You can also schedule exactly when your dad received their text or email, so there’s no missing that special moment!

They can use their gift card at over 90 stores or online to finally pick out those sports essentials they’ve had their eye on.

Gifts for the Adventurous Dad

Adventurous dads are all about journeying to new places and making new memories, so treat him to a getaway experience of his choosing.  

Flight Centre: Gift Card

Now more than ever, we all deserve some time away. Sometimes we just need a little encouragement to actually make that trip happen. 

 Give dad the gift of travel with this digital Flight Centre Gift Card from Card.Gift. The best part? He can choose his own adventure! And if you’re lucky, you might be invited to join.   

Hotels.Com: Gift Card

Whether he’s planning a trip and you’d like to chip in, or you want to treat him to a staycation, a Hotels.Com Gift Card is the perfect gift for the adventure-loving dad. 

 He can peruse a massive selection of accommodations, from independent bed and breakfasts to major chain hotels worldwide.

Gifts for the Foodie Dad

If he loves all things food and drink, he’ll be chuffed with these gifts fit for a foodie.

Providoor: The Father’s Day Feast

This Father’s Day, Providoor is bringing three of the best chefs in the country to your dad’s dining room. 

 He’ll get to indulge in dishes from Three Blue Ducks’ Andy Allen, Maha’s Shane Delia, and MoVida’s Frank Camorra. 

 Providoor meals are chef-prepared and finished by you — you’ll have dinner on the table in less than 25 minutes. 

 If your dad loves cooking, you can prepare it together and tuck in. Or, give him a night off the tools and serve it up yourself, treating him to the perfect Father’s Day feast.

Dan Murphy’s: The Hamper Emporium Beers of Australia

This is the ideal Father’s Day gift for dads with a taste for craft beer. 

 Arriving in a custom-made wooden crate, the hamper contains a quality selection of beers, ales, and lagers from Australia’s finest breweries. 

 Each beverage is paired with delicious nibbles that round out the tasting experience.

Card.Gift: The Restaurant Card

If his perfect night involves kicking back and relaxing at a restaurant, the Restaurant Card is a great gift.

This gift card can be used at thousands of restaurants that accept EFTPOS around Australia, from fine-dining establishments to relaxed, friendly venues.  

The only decision he’ll have to make is breakfast, lunch, or dinner?

Gifts for the Stylish Dad

He’s the kind of dad who takes pride in his wardrobe and can’t resist a new shirt or coat.

These gifts will have the fashion-forward dad sorted, no matter his style.

Van Heusen: Everyday Essentials

Van Heusen is the ultimate destination for all things menswear. 

 Whether he’s in need of a new suit, blazer, work shirt, or a few everyday essentials, Van Heusen has him covered.

 Consider the luxe bomber jacket he’ll wear all weekend long, or go for a classic cotton-blend oxford shirt to see him through the work week.

Tommy Hilfiger: Polos and Sweaters

Tommy Hilfiger requires no introduction. 

 When it comes to polos and sweaters, the team behind Tommy Hilfiger know what they’re doing. 

 Crafted from premium cotton and featuring minimalist designs, these pieces are made to last. He’ll love them this year and next!

Card.Gift: The Dad Gift Card

Fashion can be personal, so picking out clothing for someone else might be tricky. 

 That’s why we’ve created the Dad Gift Card — the ultimate Father’s Day gift for the fashion-loving dad.

With a whole host of leading brands aggregated onto one card, all he has to do is choose where he spends his balance!

Will it be Hype or Calvin Klein? Timberland or SurfStitch? The choice is his.

Gifts for the Creative Dad

So, your dad has a flair for the arts.

Celebrate his skills this Father’s Day with one of these creative gifts.

Kmart: Paint By Numbers

Paint By Numbers allows your dad to create his own art for his own home! Each kit comes complete with a canvas, paints, and brushes — no extras needed! 

 The bonus? It’s an activity you can do together. Pick up enough kits for the whole family and enjoy a creative afternoon together. 

Booktopia: Coffee Table Books

If your dad is a fan of art galleries, he will adore one of these coffee table books from Booktopia. 

 For the photography-loving dad, Poolside with Slim Aarons is a stunning collection of photographs that act as an intimate peek into the private lives of the rich and glamorous in the fifties, sixties, seventies and eighties. 

 If he’s partial to paintings, Still Life is the perfect coffee table book. It features works from more than 40 still-life Australian artists, each capturing the inanimate beauty of everyday Australian life.

Card.Gift: Camera House Gift Card

For the dads with a flair for photography, we have the Camera House gift card.

Camera House boasts an incredible range of cameras and accessories for all of dad’s photography and videography needs. They also print, process, and restore film and photos, as well as offer framing and mounting services. 

 With this gift card, dad can browse the range of gadgets and accessories and pick up something he’ll truly adore.

Gifts for the Self Care-Loving Dad

Everyone deserves a good pampering session every now and then. 

 If that special dad in your life is all about self-care, then look no further.

Target: A Self-Care Hamper

Create your very own self-care hamper with all of the grooming essentials he loves.

 Add a charcoal face mask, a grooming kit, and body care must-haves for the ultimate self-care pack.

Myer: Father’s Day Fragrance Set

Spoil him with one of Myer’s dedicated Father’s Day fragrance packs.

 Whether he’s a Ralph guy or Prada’s more his thing, you’ll find the perfect scent to suit his style.

House: Aroma Diffuser

An aroma diffuser will have his home smelling like a day spa in no time, making it the perfect gift for the self-care-loving dad. 

 This Milano USB Diffuser comes equipped with a USB plug and 10 aroma oils in orange, lavender, tea tree, eucalyptus, peppermint, jasmine, rose, lemongrass, sandalwood, and bergamot. 

 Its light wood colouring will go with any existing home decor!

Gifts for the Decor-Loving Dad

Know a dad who loves all things decor? He’ll be blown away when he opens one of these gifts.

Zanui: Homewares

Zanui is one of Australia’s leading furniture and homewares providers, offering everything from sofas and dining tables to mirrors and pot plants.

Gift the special dad in your life something to refresh his space. Throw rugs, wall art and cushions are our top picks.

Bunnings: Plants

Greenery has a way of bringing life into every space — a decor-loving dad will know this well.

 Treat a father in your life to a special plant from Bunnings. With a whole host of indoor and outdoor plants to choose from, the hardest part will be deciding which one to go with.

Card.Gift: The Home Card

This card is made especially for those who are decor-obsessed and can be used at a range of leading homewares brands (think Adairs, House, Urban Home Republic, and The Good Guys). 

 Dad can stock up on all of his homeware and decor goodies with this one card. Head out together for a shopping spree and make a day of it!

Gifts for the Entertainment-Obsessed Dad

Whether his idea of a great afternoon is sitting down with a book, playing his favourite classics, or heading out to see a film, we’ve got something for every entertainment-obsessed dad.

Kobo: E-Reader

For the bookworm-ish dad, a Kobo e-reader is a must-have. With 6 different e-readers to choose from, you’ll be sure to find the perfect one for your dad

The Clara HD e-reader carries up to 6,000 eBooks and features a glare-free screen that provides the best lighting for day and night reading.

Alternatively, the Kobo Sage e-reader also has a Bluetooth function for listening to Kobo audiobooks.

JB-Hi-Fi: Record Player (and Vinyl Records)

Every music lover deserves to experience an afternoon kicking back and listening to records, the old-fashioned way. 

With the record player and vinyl offerings at JB-Hi-Fi, your music-obsessed dad can do exactly that every single day. 

 There’s a range of record players and vinyl records to choose from, so take your pick!

Card.Gift: The Cinema Card

It’s the gift of all gifts for the movie-buff dad.

 This gift card can be used at hundreds of cinemas that accept EFTPOS Australia-wide. The special dad in your life can head to a major chain or his favourite local cinema to see that epic new release he’s been waiting for. 

Gifts for the Gamer Dad

When it comes to shopping for the gamer dad, you’re spoilt for choice.Choose from a range of games, gaming equipment, or virtual currency to level up his gaming experience.

Playstation: A Brand New Game

If he’s had his eye on the NBA 2K23 Championship Edition or the latest Call of Duty, why not take the plunge for him?

 For the gamer-obsessed dad, we can’t look past Playstation’s game offerings.

JB-Hi-Fi: Retro Gaming

The gamer dad will absolutely love JB-Hi-Fi’s range of retro gaming systems.

 The Game & Watch: The Legend of Zelda system features retro-inspired hardware and is packed with three Legend of Zelda classics, celebrating 35 years of the series. Dad can discover the original 1987 game that started it all, the 1988 sequel, and the 1993 Game Boy version. Or, you can choose the My Arcade Space Invaders Micro Player, which features a mini playable replica of the original 1978 Space Invaders arcade cabinet!

Card.Gift: XBOX Currency Gift Card

It’s his ticket to games, movies, TV shows, music, apps and so much more.

This XBOX Currency gift card puts the choosing power in his hands. He can browse hundreds of games or extend the experience of his favourite game with in-game currency or add-ons.

Still Stuck? We’re Here to Help

If you haven’t found the inspiration you’re looking for here, you can head to Card.Gift for an extensive selection of gift cards perfect for Father’s Day.