‘No way it’s closing down’: Locals are heartbroken with the upcoming closure of this beloved Kmart store
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The familiar red lettering of Kmart graces numerous suburbs, providing a haven of affordable shopping for Aussies, we've been hit with some less-than-cheerful news that is sure to unsettle many.
Kmart Australia has recently announced the imminent closure of a popular store in Sydney, leaving the local community shocked and disappointed.
The Stanhope Gardens store, a favourite shopping destination for many locals, is set to cease trading on 25 January, a decision that has left a significant impact on the community.
The news of the closure has been met with a wave of dismay from the local community, many of whom have taken to social media to express their disappointment.
The Stanhope Gardens store has been a staple in the community for many years, and its closure has left many locals reeling.
One local resident lamented, 'No way it's closing down,' while another expressed affection for the store, saying, 'Oh no, I love that Kmart.'
The shock was palpable in another comment: 'Wait, what?!'
The closure of the Stanhope Gardens store is believed to be paving the way for a new BIG W store, set to open in the coming months.
While this may be good news for some, it's clear that the loss of the Kmart store is a significant blow to many locals.
A few months ago, Kmart also decided to close its Port Adelaide store, with many voicing their disapproval as the store was always bustling with contented shoppers, and the staff were only given short notice of its closure.
In the wake of the announcement, the store has begun slashing prices on its stock, leading to a flash sale that has attracted bargain hunters.
One shopper, known as @sydneyhillsmummyblogger on social media, revealed that she had managed to pick up a huge stash of beauty, clothing, Pokemon and Minecraft (an online video game) products as a result of the sale.
You can watch her video here:
Despite the disappointment, Kmart has assured that the decision to close the store was not taken lightly.
A spokesperson for Kmart said that the decision was made last September and that the company has offered Stanhope Gardens staff roles at other nearby stores.
'We can confirm that Kmart Stanhope Gardens will close on 25 January 2024, and we want to thank the Stanhope Gardens community for their continued support over many years,' the spokesperson said.
'Supporting our team and customers has remained our biggest priority throughout this process, and all team members who wished to be redeployed have been offered like-for-like roles.'
While the closure of the Stanhope Gardens store is undoubtedly a loss for the local community, Kmart has assured that locals will still be able to shop at several nearby stores.
'We will continue supporting our customers through nearby Kmart stores at Rouse Hill, Blacktown and Castle Hill,' the spokesperson added.
What are your thoughts on the closure of the Stanhope Gardens Kmart? Have you been affected by a store closure in your local community? Share them with us in the comments below.
Kmart Australia has recently announced the imminent closure of a popular store in Sydney, leaving the local community shocked and disappointed.
The Stanhope Gardens store, a favourite shopping destination for many locals, is set to cease trading on 25 January, a decision that has left a significant impact on the community.
The news of the closure has been met with a wave of dismay from the local community, many of whom have taken to social media to express their disappointment.
Kmart Stanhope Gardens will close in a few days. Credit: @P S / Google Images
The Stanhope Gardens store has been a staple in the community for many years, and its closure has left many locals reeling.
One local resident lamented, 'No way it's closing down,' while another expressed affection for the store, saying, 'Oh no, I love that Kmart.'
The shock was palpable in another comment: 'Wait, what?!'
The closure of the Stanhope Gardens store is believed to be paving the way for a new BIG W store, set to open in the coming months.
While this may be good news for some, it's clear that the loss of the Kmart store is a significant blow to many locals.
A few months ago, Kmart also decided to close its Port Adelaide store, with many voicing their disapproval as the store was always bustling with contented shoppers, and the staff were only given short notice of its closure.
In the wake of the announcement, the store has begun slashing prices on its stock, leading to a flash sale that has attracted bargain hunters.
One shopper, known as @sydneyhillsmummyblogger on social media, revealed that she had managed to pick up a huge stash of beauty, clothing, Pokemon and Minecraft (an online video game) products as a result of the sale.
You can watch her video here:
Despite the disappointment, Kmart has assured that the decision to close the store was not taken lightly.
A spokesperson for Kmart said that the decision was made last September and that the company has offered Stanhope Gardens staff roles at other nearby stores.
'We can confirm that Kmart Stanhope Gardens will close on 25 January 2024, and we want to thank the Stanhope Gardens community for their continued support over many years,' the spokesperson said.
'Supporting our team and customers has remained our biggest priority throughout this process, and all team members who wished to be redeployed have been offered like-for-like roles.'
While the closure of the Stanhope Gardens store is undoubtedly a loss for the local community, Kmart has assured that locals will still be able to shop at several nearby stores.
'We will continue supporting our customers through nearby Kmart stores at Rouse Hill, Blacktown and Castle Hill,' the spokesperson added.
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