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Westfield Mt Ommaney is a sub-regional shopping centre located in the suburb of Mount Ommaney, approximately 15 km southwest of Brisbane CBD, Queensland, Australia. Opened in 1982 and significantly expanded in 2010, it spans 90,000 square metres of gross leasable area (GLA) and houses over 170 specialty stores. Anchor tenants include Myer, Kmart, Target, Big W, Woolworths, and Coles supermarkets, alongside Event Cinemas for entertainment.
The tenant mix is diverse, featuring fashion retailers like H&M, Uniqlo, and Cotton On; beauty and health stores such as Priceline; food and beverage options with 30+ eateries including Din Tai Fung and local cafes; and services like Australia Post. It serves a primary catchment of around 250,000 residents within a 10 km radius in Brisbanes western suburbs, characterized by middle-to-upper income families with median household incomes exceeding AUD 1,800 weekly.
Accessibility is strong via the Centenary Highway and public transport links, though peak-hour traffic congestion is noted.
Market position as a dominant local destination benefits from Scentre Groups management, with portfolio-wide occupancy at 99.4% in 2024 and retail sales growth in Queensland at 3.7% year-on-year in early 2025.
Leasing advantages include stable footfall of approximately 6 million annual visitors, supported by loyalty programs and events, and competitive turnover rents tied to strong category performance in fashion and food. However, challenges include aging infrastructure from pre-2010 sections requiring maintenance, and broader market saturation in discount retail amid economic pressures.
Rent levels for specialty spaces average AUD 1,200-1,800 per sqm annually, with incentives for new tenants amid cautious consumer spending.
Overall, it offers balanced performance for retailers targeting family-oriented demographics, though proximity to larger competitors like Westfield Carindale may dilute trade in premium categories.
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Hours of Operation
Hours
| Monday | 09:00 AM — 05:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 09:00 AM — 05:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 09:00 AM — 05:30 PM |
| Thursday | 09:00 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Friday | 09:00 AM — 05:30 PM |
| Saturday | 09:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM — 04:00 PM |
Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.
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Demographics and Catchment
The catchment area encompasses Brisbanes affluent western suburbs, including Mount Ommaney, Jamboree Heights, and Riverhills, with a population of about 250,000 within 10 km and growing at 1.5% annually. Median age is 36 years, with 40% of households having children under 15, and above-average incomes (AUD 2,000+ weekly household) supporting discretionary spending on fashion, home goods, and dining. However, reliance on car-based access limits appeal to urban millennials, and economic slowdowns could reduce visits from lower-income fringes. Data from ABS census 2021 highlights 65% home ownership, indicating stable but conservative consumer profiles.
Tenant Mix and Occupancy
Occupancy stands at 99% as of late 2024, reflecting strong demand and low vacancy rates across Scentre Group properties. The mix emphasizes anchors (40% GLA) driving traffic, with 35% fashion, 15% food/beverage, and 10% services/entertainment ensuring balanced category performance. Strengths include complementary offerings like supermarkets boosting daily footfall, but weaknesses in underperforming electronics categories due to online competition. Operational quality is high with modern facilities post-2010 expansion, though some legacy areas show wear, potentially impacting premium tenant retention. Annual turnover rents average 8-10% of sales, aiding adaptability to market shifts.
Competition and Rent Levels
Faces competition from nearby centres like Westfield Carindale (larger, 118,000 sqm) and Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, which capture higher-end trade and draw 20% overlapping catchment. Brisbane retail market shows stable rents with 2-4% growth in 2025, but specialty spaces here range AUD 1,200-1,800/sqm net, higher than neighbourhood strips yet below CBD premiums. Risks include market saturation in discount formats (Kmart, Target) amid e-commerce rise, and access issues from highway congestion reducing impulse buys. Leasing terms offer 5-10 year options with turnover provisions, but rising outgoings (up 3% YoY) and economic uncertainty may pressure margins for mid-tier retailers.
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