Oh I agree with that, shopping centres are the same everywhere, although in my head I feel that they are different because of the shops. The Westfield in Shepherd's Bush does remind me of Sydney, but on the other hand I tend to feel the difference because you have M and S, and John Lewis etc.

I think Cardiff Bay does feel a bit smaller and cuter than the developments in Sydney and Melbourne, and the other big difference is the Millenium Centre, which I think does really stand out, plus I like the architecture of the St David's hotel and the flats around it. I think it's nice how they have kept a few bits and pieces like the old reddish building, and the Norwegian Church, it all makes it just a bit unique. The red dragon centre could be better I think, I've been to that cinema a couple of times, and the restaurants, but it feels very utilitarian and generic, where the restaurants near the plass are much nicer.