News & Discussion: CBD Retail

[Ben]

Another thing that people likely haven't seen is that at the foot of Westpac House a cafe has opened in that strange glass geodetic dome that seemed to once house some stock trading facility. I had a coffee there, can't say it was terribly good, but if you're in town during the week and looking for an unusual location for a drink ...

They specialise in hot chocolates. I think I saw 23 flavours. I highly recommend trying them.

[Ben]

Tiffany & Co.

Did it mention a store opening or just an add?

[Wayno]

Another thing that people likely haven't seen is that at the foot of Westpac House a cafe has opened in that strange glass geodetic dome that seemed to once house some stock trading facility. I had a coffee there, can't say it was terribly good, but if you're in town during the week and looking for an unusual location for a drink ...

yes! i walked past this recently. Looks quite funky.

Sadly, the ASX Stock Price Screen can be seen from the cafe - damn that GFC!

[Pants]

Tiffany & Co.

Did it mention a store opening or just an add?

Just an ad. Possible indication that a store's not too far away though.

[jk1237]

There's a cool looking bike shop that's opened up on Ebeneezer Place - Treadly Bike Shop. Looks like they specialize in town bikes / commuter bikes, I must go have a closer look.

It is a cool shop. The fluro coloured bikes are all the rage. This shop specialises in parts for bikes and then they put it together.

Also, the former Youthworks on James Place has a new clothing store opened up in it. Will have a look at it tonight

[Pants]

New James Place store is a lululemon athletica - http://www.lululemon.com/

[Omicron]

Tiffany & Co.

Did it mention a store opening or just an add?

Just an ad. Possible indication that a store's not too far away though.

I could be wrong, but I think they've advertised fairly regularly in that publication in the past.

[Allkai]

According to an article in todays paper, Dick Smith is moving into 55 Gawler Place, the old Adelaide Bank branch.

The Pulteney St store is likely to close "when the lease expires in the next few years", but the Myer Centre store is to remain.

Pulteney St actually closes down tomorrow.

[metro]

not sure if this needs it's own thread, maybe if/when things get more serious.

http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010 ... ?site=news

Feedback sought for Central Market vision

Another review is being done of the operations of Adelaide's Central Market.

Lord Mayor Stephen Yarwood said it was vital to put the market on a sound footing for the next decade and to learn from other successful fresh produce markets around the world.

He said there had not been a formal review of the Central Market for more than a decade.

"It's the heart and soul of the city. It plays a key role in bringing our diverse community together and makes a significant contribution to the city's economic prosperity," he said.

Mr Yarwood said Woolworths and Coles were proving to be tough competitors for the Central Market.

Trader Mark Gleeson said a board with retail and management expertise was needed to oversee the market.

"Our customer base is being eaten away by regional shopping centres," he said.

A vision for the market's future is expected to be announced next March.

[dsriggs]

As long as they bulldoze the shopping centre part and replace it with something good, I'll be happy

[pushbutton]

Personally I've always thought central market was a complete dump. However with a bit of imagination it could be turned into something that would really draw people into that part of the city.

[Splashmo]

I think it already does draw people into that part of the city. Have you been in the evening? Absolutely buzzing. "Improvements" shouldn't come at any cost.

[Omicron]

Mr Yarwood said Woolworths and Coles were proving to be tough competitors for the Central Market.

What? Coles is a key tenant of the Central Market!

[Ben]

Two potentially big developments. Will have to wait for further detials.

Southern cross Arcade and renaissance centre upgrades.

Type: Development Application Received
Application Number: DA/942/2010
Lodgement Date: 29/11/2010
Location: 52-62 King William Street, ADELAIDE SA 5000
Description: Internal and external alterations to existing arcade.

Type: Development Application Received
Application Number: DA/945/2010
Lodgement Date: 30/11/2010
Location: RENAISSANCE CENTRE, 119-129 Rundle Mall, ADELAIDE SA 5000
Description: Internal and external alterations.

[Prince George]

I know that the Southern Cross arcade doesn't get much love in these parts, but it has the best food court in of all the spots along the mall. Too many of the others have just produced shiny but deadly dull courts that wouldn't be out of place in a Westfield (City Cross - I'm looking at you), the kinds of places that appeal to the big chains or other vendors who worry about glossy signage more than food. If updating the Southern Cross means losing the Happy Dragon, I will be most upset.