IN PICS: New Andergrove Coles supermarket a big hit

Mackay shoppers keenly test novel additions to doing the groceries including in-store hot coffee, a dedicated nugget freezer and a DIY dog treat stand.

Heidi Petith

@HeidiPetith

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July 17, 2021 - 12:58PM

Mackay Daily Mercury

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Andergrove Coles store manager Daniel Ryan on opening day, Saturday, July 17, 2021. Mr Ryan says the day feels really exciting after waiting months in anticipation. He says the store was able to provide employment for 87 new members to Coles including 17 Indigenous candidates. 'A lot of the team, it's their first job for them,' he says. Mr Ryan says he's also proud the store is able to team with Mackay District Special School, giving them $5000 as part of the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program and also with Neighbourhood Hub, gifting $2000 as part of Second Bites. Picture: Heidi Petith

2/14Andergrove Coles store manager Daniel Ryan on opening day, Saturday, July 17, 2021. Mr Ryan says the day feels really exciting after waiting months in anticipation. He says the store was able to provide employment for 87 new members to Coles including 17 Indigenous candidates. 'A lot of the team, it's their first job for them,' he says. Mr Ryan says he's also proud the store is able to team with Mackay District Special School, giving them $5000 as part of the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program and also with Neighbourhood Hub, gifting $2000 as part of Second Bites. Picture: Heidi Petith

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Emilia Konopka of Andergrove testing out the serve yourself pet treats stand at the new Andergrove Coles on opening day, Saturday, July 17, 2021. 'They would love this,' Miss Konopka says about her two Cavalier King Charles spaniel pooches. Picture: Heidi Petith

4/14Emilia Konopka of Andergrove testing out the serve yourself pet treats stand at the new Andergrove Coles on opening day, Saturday, July 17, 2021. 'They would love this,' Miss Konopka says about her two Cavalier King Charles spaniel pooches. Picture: Heidi Petith

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At the new Andergrove Coles on opening day, Saturday, July 17, 2021 were (from left): Sharon Stewart, of South Mackay, Melissa and Joel Mojikon, of Rural View with their children, Anna, 4, and Elijah, 6, and Garry Byatt, of Andergrove. Mrs Mojikon says the store is beautiful and spacious with their favourite section the dedicated chicken nugget freezer. Picture: Heidi Petith

8/14At the new Andergrove Coles on opening day, Saturday, July 17, 2021 were (from left): Sharon Stewart, of South Mackay, Melissa and Joel Mojikon, of Rural View with their children, Anna, 4, and Elijah, 6, and Garry Byatt, of Andergrove. Mrs Mojikon says the store is beautiful and spacious with their favourite section the dedicated chicken nugget freezer. Picture: Heidi Petith