Stockland commences construction of its $37-million redevelopment to expand and upgrade Stockland Wendouree Shopping Centre in Ballarat.

The redevelopment will add 6,700m2 of new retail floor space, with a focus on youth fashion, casual dining and convenience.

Stockland Group Executive and CEO, John Schroder, said: “Our vision is to create the best retail shopping destination in Victoria’s central west. We’re responding to our customers’ feedback to ensure Stockland Wendouree remains the retail destination of choice with a greater range of specialty fashion, retail services and a vibrant and inviting casual dining experience for our customers to enjoy.”

At the heart of the upgrade will be a new full-line Woolworths with adjoining BWS liquor store as well as a new laneway dining precinct. The new foodie hub will offer indoor and outdoor seating and a variety of casual dining choices. The improvements will create a destination for the community to enjoy relaxed lunches and entertaining nights out, which will be unlike anything else currently on offer in Ballarat.