Coles Newport is planning to close it’s doors on the 19th January for a planned 12 weeks and convert it to what they call a ‘Coles Local’ store.
When we asked the management of our local store what a ‘Coles Local’ would offer they said they would be closing the fresh bakery section, the fresh fish section and limiting their Delicatessen and concentrate on ‘Ready to eat’ type options. They plan to continue with cooked chickens.
Our local State MP Jacqui Scruby questioned Coles as to whether they would offer a satellite store similar to what Woolworths did when they converted their Avalon store recently, but Coles said they would not. Jacqui Scruby issued a Press Release covering her expressed community concerns and can be read by clicking the following – J Scruby press release.
Assistance for those finding it difficult to do their basic shopping
Jacqui Scruby indicated that she had approached MWP Community Care (MWP) to help transport seniors to alternative supermarkets during the stores closure. MWP said it was happy to assist and invited residents to call Linda at MWP on 9913 3244
