This was my first kit. I still use some of the stuff in it. All around a great value for beginners:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002BU7CVM/?tag=skimlinks_replacement-20
I'd recommend buying a cheap aluminum pot, just in case you don't really enjoy the hobby. Maybe start with an 8g turkey fryer pot/burner kit (+/- &50). That's what I did, and I still use it on occasion. I have a soft spot for nostalgia. Just be gentle when cleaning it. There's plenty you can read on this site about conditioning the aluminum for use.
Search craigslist and the "for sale" section on this site too for some great deals! Try not to spend too much money at first, or you'll end up buying things you'll never use or isn't practical for your setup. (I'm looking at you chugger pump and plate chiller)
I went cheaper and spent countless hours searching cl and here for deals to upgrade my equipment. Actually, I'm still always searching. I bought stuff here today! Lol!
Being frugal in finding equipment helped me get into kegging quickly, which probably saved my hobby (I hate bottling). Kegging is where the money really starts to disappear. Luckily, there's deals everywhere as long as you're constantly looking.
Also, get a hydrometer. Actually, get two. You're gonna break one... guaranteed! An auto-siphon is a great, cheap investment as well. Instead of a wine thief, just buy a long turkey baster. They're cheap, easy to clean, and don't break like glass.
That's it! Tons of info that doesn't even really apply to your question!!!
Oh... and Northern Brewer is pretty much a ripoff on most of their stuff. Try
www.homebrewing.org and
www.ritebrew.com and definitely use
www.bargainfittings.com for odds and ends.