By Susan Schwartz
Stuck on what to buy mum for Mother’s Day? It’s time to show mum some appreciation with the Newsreel Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Sunday, May 10, 2026.
The products below are all recommended independently by me. No-one paid to be included in the list.
Less than $50
For the pilates or yoga addict, Leeloactive Grip Socks come in a multitude of colours. Seen here are the limited edition “red ribbons.” $24.99.
Your mum can shape, buff and file her fingernails and toenails with this battery-operated 5-in-1 manicure and pedicure set. $20 from Kmart.
An ultrasonic jewellery cleaner is just the thing to keep mum’s valuables in sparkling condition. Press the button and it does all of the work for you in less than five minutes. This one is $49.98 from Amazon.
The 100% mulberry silk eye mask is gentle on the skin and great for travel. It comes in a variety of colours. Currently 30 percent off at $27.95 from Bed Bath n’ Table.
The New Era New York Yankees cap comes in the colour of the season – burgundy. $35 from City Beach.
Less than $100
The 2026 bag of beauty from Myer is a beauty bag that contains a selection of 26 curated pieces from full-size to minis across skincare, makeup and fragrance from the stores most popular brands. $99.
When mum wants to escape, these are possibly the most stylish and practical earplugs on the market from Loop. $64.95 for the Experience 2 Plus model. Great for events or travel because you can purchase a separate Loop Link to connect the earplugs with a link that has a magnet to keep them safe and within reach.
Mum can listen to music anywhere with the JBL Tune 670 Wireless Adaptive Noise Cancelling On-Ear Headphones in black. Up to 70 hours of battery life will get mum through the week. $99.95 from Big W.
Arty mum will love the organic oval bangles from Dinosaur Designs which mimic nature’s curves. $90.
Ideal for the mum who loves to travel, sketch, or journal, this journal set is made from 100% recycled leather. It comes with three refill notebooks in plan, ruled and dot-grid formats. $69.99 from Milligram. Available in charcoal, burgundy, and forest green.
The Mica card sleeve can be used for business cards or credit cards and is crafted from textured leather. $79 from Oroton.
Less than $200
Cashmere wool-lined leather gloves from COS come in black or dark brown and are available in two sizes. $125.
It’s a powerful year-round massage with the Therabody Theragun Relief (6th Generation) designed to release muscle tension and soothe aches and pains. On sale for $149 from the Good Guys.
The Lululemon Define jacket has been a staple of the brand for decades and is one of their most best-selling items. Available in a multitude of colours at $169.
The Country Road wool wide scarf in grey marle will go with everything and is made from 100% wool in a wide silhouette for generous coverage and blunt edges for a tailored look. $129.
Iconic Danish designers, George Jensen picture frames are a piece of classic luxury. The Deco picture frame large 13 x 18 cm in stainless steel and draws on the graphic simplicity of the Art Deco movement. $180.
The Slip turban is made from double-lined silk to help protect the hair from the effects of friction throughout the night. Specially designed for frizzy, curly, and thick hair. Comes in a variety of colours. From $105 to $110.
