With the festive season upon Australia, the excitement of Christmas is palpable, but so is the stress of ensuring you have all your shopping done in time. There's good news for those scrambling for last-minute supplies: major retailers have released their Christmas holiday trading hours for 2024, helping consumers prepare for the busy shopping period.
Leading the charge, Coles supermarkets will be open on Christmas Eve, December 24. They will, of course, close their doors for Christmas Day, December 25, only to reopen on Boxing Day, December 26, though South Australian metropolitan stores will remain closed during this time. Consumers should note, as reported by Daily Mail Australia, "Most Coles stores will be open on Christmas Eve and Boxing Day but closed on Christmas Day." Such forewarnings help prevent last-minute panic.
Woolworths follows suit, maintaining similar trading hours throughout Australia: open for business on Christmas Eve, closed on Christmas Day, and open again on Boxing Day. Shoppers are urged to confirm local store hours as changes might occur. According to Daily Mail Australia, "Most Woolworths stores will trade to the below schedule during the festive period. Customers are encouraged to check their local store for their opening hours." This advice ensures no one is caught off-guard by unexpected closures.
For those interested in holiday spirits, Dan Murphy's has announced they will also close on Christmas Day but resume service by 10am on Boxing Day until 7pm. Expect similar closures from liquor retail powerhouse BWS, which will be closed on Christmas Day yet will operate under public holiday trading hours on Boxing Day. "BWS stores will be closed on Christmas Day and will reopen, with public holiday trading hours, on Boxing Day," states the report from Daily Mail Australia. So stock up wisely!
ALDI shoppers should take note as well. The discount supermarket will open its doors Christmas Eve, only to lock them on Christmas Day. Boxing Day weekend, stores will be open with varying hours, asserting to customers via the report, "Aldi encourages customers to check local hours on their website." Flexibility and due diligence will be beneficial for savvy bargain hunters this holiday season.
On the children’s toy front, Kmart will close on Christmas Day and reopen on Boxing Day. Clearly marking this as a key review area will help parents balance their shopping needs accordingly. The preliminary excitement of the Christmas period could easily lead to missed opportunities if families aren’t aware of such significant days where stores are temporarily unavailable. This point resonates with Daily Mail Australia, which notes, "Retailers like Kmart, Target, Big W and Bunnings are all closed on Christmas Day."
Further compounding the festive atmosphere, New Year's trading hours have also been highlighted, with all major retailers planning to open on New Year’s Day. Notably, areas including Alice Springs, Red Hill, and Milton Village will see restrictions on hours, offering some variety during the traditionally frequented holiday season. Planning to observe these hours aids customers during this busy time.
While many shoppers relish the act of gift-giving, others will pop by retail spots to prepare for gathering with friends during the New Year. This makes it even more important for shoppers to check store hours as changes may produce unexpected hurdles, particularly for those just browsing.
Finally, Westfield shopping centres, which are often the preferred place for consumers hunting for sales, confirm they will be closed on Christmas Day but will open doors for buying sprees on Boxing Day. A comprehensive list of store specifics can ease last-minute pressures, as seen with retailers informing the public: "Check the trading hours with the store." A suggestion underscoring possible changes traps many unprepared.
The same vigilance extends to liquor stores as well, with places like Liquorland ensuring shoppers are aware of their hours. Closed on Christmas Day – except for isolated instances like select stores operational during this period – these details can make all the difference between merry or missed celebrations.
With clarity shrouded over the busy holiday season’s operational hours, shoppers are directly encouraged to stay informed. Checking online for updated hours is the best route for making informed decisions, ensuring consumers can celebrate and contribute meaningfully to their traditions without undue stress or confusion.