RE: Best 30-06 for the money.
Savage has started selling synthetic-stocked 110's under the Stevens name for about $250. These rifles don't have the Accu-Trigger but are 110's in every other respect. I don't see how you can go wrong for that kind of money.
Or, look for a good used Savage. I've seen rifle/scope combos selling in pawn shops for under $250, and most have been 30-06's. If I weren't left-handed, I'd probably have a few of them myself.