Stores adelaide is missing

[crawf]

Who cares what Melbourne or Brisbane has. This is Adelaide, I'm tired of people comparing what each city has and others don't. FFS this small town mentality really needs to go.

Far out chill, I was only saying they have it. go back and read my post again

I wouldn't mind seeing a Big W being apart of the Central Markets Redevelopment , because there is going to be alot more people living in the area within the next few years and it will bring more people into the area (could be a boon for sunday trading in the central markets). Though I hope there is plans to demolish the existing Coles and restart again, because that would have to be one of the worst designed supermarkets I have ever seen.

Or maybe apart of the Renaissance Arcade Redevelopment at Rundle Mall, I think it would be good to have another department store in the CBD. Theres already a Big W in the Melbourne CBD and I think in Brisbane.

[rev]

I read your post the first time. Re-read mine, and look at what portion of yours I'm actually commenting on. Hint, one of the parts you didn't bold.

[AtD]

I would think places like Big W and K Mart aren't aimed at the CBD crowds. If you can afford parking, or live there, or work there, then chances are you consider yourself too up-market.

[Pistol]

^^ A very large generalisation there Adam.

[Will]

I wouldn't mind seeing a Big W being apart of the Central Markets Redevelopment , because there is going to be alot more people living in the area within the next few years and it will bring more people into the area (could be a boon for sunday trading in the central markets). Though I hope there is plans to demolish the existing Coles and restart again, because that would have to be one of the worst designed supermarkets I have ever seen.

Or maybe apart of the Renaissance Arcade Redevelopment at Rundle Mall, I think it would be good to have another department store in the CBD. Theres already a Big W in the Melbourne CBD and I think in Brisbane.

The Central Market is unique. It is special, it has personality. Making it just another American style shopping mall, will actually result in less people visiting the city. I for one, would not make the effort to visit the Central market if it was just another shopping mall. And I'm sure, that the majority of people who visit the market would feel and react the same.

[AtD]

Perhaps.

[crawf]

I wouldn't mind seeing a Big W being apart of the Central Markets Redevelopment , because there is going to be alot more people living in the area within the next few years and it will bring more people into the area (could be a boon for sunday trading in the central markets). Though I hope there is plans to demolish the existing Coles and restart again, because that would have to be one of the worst designed supermarkets I have ever seen.

Or maybe apart of the Renaissance Arcade Redevelopment at Rundle Mall, I think it would be good to have another department store in the CBD. Theres already a Big W in the Melbourne CBD and I think in Brisbane.

The Central Market is unique. It is special, it has personality. Making it just another American style shopping mall, will actually result in less people visiting the city. I for one, would not make the effort to visit the Central market if it was just another shopping mall. And I'm sure, that the majority of people who visit the market would feel and react the same.

No I'm talking about the plaza or the top level, definitely not the markets itself. I for one would hate to see the markets destroyed. However the plaza is a bit dodgy.

[Will]

I wouldn't mind seeing a Big W being apart of the Central Markets Redevelopment , because there is going to be alot more people living in the area within the next few years and it will bring more people into the area (could be a boon for sunday trading in the central markets). Though I hope there is plans to demolish the existing Coles and restart again, because that would have to be one of the worst designed supermarkets I have ever seen.

Or maybe apart of the Renaissance Arcade Redevelopment at Rundle Mall, I think it would be good to have another department store in the CBD. Theres already a Big W in the Melbourne CBD and I think in Brisbane.

The Central Market is unique. It is special, it has personality. Making it just another American style shopping mall, will actually result in less people visiting the city. I for one, would not make the effort to visit the Central market if it was just another shopping mall. And I'm sure, that the majority of people who visit the market would feel and react the same.

No I'm talking about the plaza or the top level, definitely not the markets itself. I for one would hate to see the markets destroyed. However the plaza is a bit dodgy.

Yes, I agree with you on that. The plaza is very outdated.

However I would rather the market retain its small business vibe, and not have large corporations trading there.

[Al]

I just wish there was a hardware store somewhere within walking distance of the CBD!

[duke]

I just wish there was a hardware store somewhere within walking distance of the CBD!

If a K-Mart or BigW opened then they would have a small amount of general hardware supplies like the suburban stores. But one in the CBD that was a proper hardware store would be good.
A quick search of Yellow pages says there is one at 66 Rundle Street Kent Town. Does anyone know if this store actually stocks much?

[Pistol]

Kent Town Bunnings is perfectly situated to the cbd and, although is no superstore, it carries the stock required of any handyman. If you need more, then a short drive to Mile End Bunnings is in order. Besides when visiting a hardware store, you generally want your car there to pile in all your new toys.

[Al]

You're correct in saying that most of the time, you'd have your car but there's been many occasions where I just wanted to pick up some nuts and bolts or sandpaper... that sort of thing. I don't why there can't be a mitre 10 or bunnings type of store south of Vic square. There's plenty of space that way. Kent town and mile end is just too far to walk to during a short lunch break. I miss Harris Scarfe's 'hardware section' since they decided to downsize it.

[stelaras]

An IKEA superstore coupled to a shopping complex that had coles/safeway and general stores, maybe throw in a Kingpin (tenpin bowling for over 18's)...where would you build??? NFI


Other stores to tailor for the well to do's in the CBD

Jimmy Choo,
Chloe, Dior,
Armani,
Bally
Boss

and any other store you can think of

plus a sinful café (all things rich and chocolaty)


anyway thats my 2 bobs worth

[Pants]

Just on this topic, has there been anything new open up in the city since I left in March that's worth knowing about?

[Ben]

An IKEA superstore coupled to a shopping complex that had coles/safeway and general stores, maybe throw in a Kingpin (tenpin bowling for over 18's)...where would you build??? NFI

Safeway.. Have you forgotten your Adelaide heritage already?