A line-up of major retailers have been announced at the new Melbourne Metro Tunnel stations. Local heroes IGA, People’s Coffee and Sushi Sushi, and global retailers such as Starbucks, KFC and 7-Eleven, are among the businesses to join the new world-class stations, set to open in 2025.
With almost 4,000 square metres of retail on offer, the tenancies are set to blend local charm and international favourites at Arden Station in North Melbourne, Parkville Station in the Parkville health and education precinct, Anzac Station in St Kilda Road’s commercial and residential precinct, and State Library and Town Hall stations in Melbourne CBD.
Colliers retail leasing associate director, Tom Larwill and retail leasing senior executive, Thomas Macrae have been appointed to lease the retail space on behalf of the Cross Yarra Partnership – a consortium comprising investors Capella Capital, Lendlease, John Holland, John Laing and Bouyges Construction.
Cross Yarra Partnership director of commercial development and services, Aoife Kealy said, “When the Metro Tunnel opens in 2025, it will transform how commuters, visitors and shoppers engage with the city. We are committed to providing an exceptional retail experience that meets the needs of Melburnians, visitors to our city and the local community by enriching their journeys through the Metro Tunnel stations.”
Larwill added, “To meet the needs of the anticipated commuter traffic, we are providing high-quality retail amenities across each station, featuring some of Melbourne’s favourite retailers to enhance the passenger experience. The level of interest received from retailers is a clear indication of the excitement and confidence around the Metro Tunnel Project in Melbourne.”
The biggest upgrade of Melbourne’s train network since the City Loop opened over 40 years ago, the Metro Tunnel will transform travel and Melbourne’s rail network by connecting the Sunbury, Cranbourne and Pakenham lines via a new tunnel and five new stations beneath the city.
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