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yep a 6 or 8 inch dobsonian type would do the trick. great views and easy to use. telescopes dont really allow much "room to grow" and there are three different types of optics and they have their pros and cons depending on what you want to do/view with them. a dobsonian is not only a great entry point its also of continual use even if your friend gets something else later. Bintel have a few at or around your price range and they are great scopes, avoid anything else at that price range (refractors, gotos, cats etc) as the deficiencies will only cause your friend frustration and disappointment. Bintel after all specialise in Binoculars and Telescopes so check thm out and grab a Dobsonian scope and your friend will love it, even in light polluted cities it'll give great views.
While there grab the 2018 edition of Astronomy Australia which will help teach much and have lots of info on what to expect in our skies this year. Also grab them a Planisphere which is an essential tool to beginners as well as experts so a good sized planisphere is a lifelong necessity. Your friend will then be set to start really learning.
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