Woolworths has begun work on a new $45 million shopping centre development in Hillside.
Located at 1-15 Banchory Avenue, Hillside, the new development will be home to a 4,300 square metre Woolworths supermarket supported by 21 other specialty shops including The Reject Shop, a medical centre, pharmacy, food options and a dining precinct.
A ceremonial sod turning marked the official start of construction on December 15.
Woolworths property development director Andrew Loveday said the Hillside development was an important part of the company’s ongoing commitment to investing in Melbourne.
“We understand the key role our shopping centres can play in the day to day lives of local residents, particularly given they’ll be in the community for decades to come,“ he said.
Melton mayor Kathy Majdlik said Woolworths is one of Australia’s most popular supermarkets and its decision to build a new supermarket in Hillside was a massive win for local jobs.
“This is a vote of confidence in our city’s resilient, diverse and vibrant economy and it will help drive the prosperity of our community. We welcome Woolworths to the City of Melton,“ she said.
The new neighbourhood shopping centre promises to bring hundreds of ongoing jobs when the centre opens in late 2024.
