+1 for the Stihl. I bought a new one to replace my busted old Bunnings Ryobi about 3 months ago. After countless hours of research and looking I decided on the FS 50 - see link here STIHL

I picked that one up for $350, but I believe the FS 45 is around $250. I'm very happy with it so far, cuts well, plenty of power, starts first time every time and doesn't seem too bad on fuel so far.