Westpoint Blacktown
Westpoint Blacktown is a large shopping centre situated in Blacktown, Western Sydney, New South Wales, owned by Queensland Investment Corporation.[1] It was recently renovated and expanded, making it one of the biggest shopping centres in Western Sydney. The centre serves as a major retail hub for the region.
Refurbishment
Extensive refurbishments commenced in 2003 have taken several years to complete. The centre incorporates several key retail outlets: the three-floor Myer, Target, Big W, Coles Supermarkets, Aldi, and Woolworths supermarkets. The refurbishment incorporated an entertainment precinct, which incorporates a Hoyts 10 screen cinema, bowling alley and a video arcade. There is also an outdoor dining precinct and speciality stores.
Stores and Attractions
- AMF Bowling
- Best & Less
- Big W
- Coles
- City Beach
- Aldi
- Cotton On
- Dick Smith
- Jay Jays
- Foot Locker
- Lowes
- Hogs Breath Cafe
- Lonsdale London
- CeX
- EB Games
- Priceline
- Hoyts
- Nike
- JB Hi-Fi
- Myer
- M9 Laser Skirmish
- Max Brenner Chocolate Bar
- Donut King
- Nando's
- Skechers
- Sportsgirl
- Rebel Sport
- Smiggle
- Allphones
- Gametraders
- Michael Hill Jeweller
- Flight Centre
- Payless Shoes
- Sumo Salad
- Red Rooster
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Oporto
- Subway
- Gloria Jeans
- Muffin Break
- The Body Shop
- Sanity
- Hungry Jacks
- Pizza Hut Express
- Target
- The Reject Shop
- Woolworths
- Lincraft
The refurbishment was to be undertaken by Baulderstone Hornibrook Pty Ltd (BHPL). However BHPL and QIC became embroiled in legal proceedings regarding the payment of outstanding progress payments which BHPL claimed were owing to it. This court proceeding delayed construction. In October 2006, QIC terminated the contract with BHPL.[2]
Access
The centre incorporates a large multi-level car park. The exit from the car park is unfortunately situated adjacent to a set of traffic lights. This unfortunate design results in delays of between 30 to 45 minutes when trying to vacate the centre. There is a taxi rank on level four. There is an underground bus station which provides a direct connection by bus services to surrounding suburbs. The main entrance on Level 3 is within short walking distance to Blacktown railway station and nearby alternate taxi ranks.
Other facilities
The attached Westpoint office tower has various commercial services and other specialist facilities such as orthodontics and an eyecare centre.
References
- ↑ http://www.qic.com.au/investment-capabilities/global-real-estate/retail-assets.aspx
- ↑ QIC shuts up shop on Baulderstone, The Australian Financial Review, 11 November 2006. (subscription required). Accessed: 21 June 2007.
External links
- Westpoint Blacktown is at coordinates 33°46′12″S 150°54′19″E / 33.77009722°S 150.9052639°ECoordinates: 33°46′12″S 150°54′19″E / 33.77009722°S 150.9052639°E