New Kmart proposed for Aldinga Central Shopping Centre
Retail giant Kmart is planning a big ticket expansion further into Adelaide’s south, but it’s going to mean big changes for the mall its got its eyes on.
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Southern suburbs Kmart fans rejoice, your favourite homewares store may finally be coming to Aldinga.
A new $5 million Kmart has been proposed for Aldinga Central Shopping Centre, on the corner of Pridham Boulevard and Aldinga Beach Rd.
Plans have been lodged with Onkaparinga Council for a 6200sq m store next to Coles.
In order to make room for the new shop, the southern end of the mall would be partially demolished.
The plans were first lodged with the council in February last year and have now been released for public consultation.
However, The Messenger understands that the shopping centre is yet to sign a commercial agreement with Kmart and at this point there is no set time frame for the store’s construction.
Aldinga is one of the state’s fastest growing areas with thousands of new homes planned as well as a super school catering for 1675 students set to open in 2022.
Locals have reacted excitedly online to the news that the store – which is extremely popular due to its affordable range of homewares, clothes, toys and electronics – may be coming to Aldinga.
Currently the closest Kmart to Aldinga is about 20km away at Colonnades in Noarlunga Centre.
The Aldinga shopping centre is currently home to a range of shops including Coles, Drakes, Neds, National Pharmacies and Flight Centre.
Nearby residents have until February 19 to provide feedback to the council on the plans.