Westpoint Blacktown

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Westpoint Blacktown is a large shopping centre situated in Blacktown that is owned by the Queensland Investment Corporation (QIC). It was recently renovated and expanded, making it one of the biggest shopping centres in Western Sydney.

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[edit] Refurbishment

An extensive refurbishments commenced in 2003 and has taken several years to complete. The centre incorporates several key retail outlets: the two floor Myer, Target, Big W, Coles Supermarkets, Franklins, and Woolworths supermarkets. The refurbishment incorporated an entertaimment precinct, which incorporates a Hoyts 10 screen cinema, bowling alley, a Morning Show studio and video arcade. There is also an outdoor dining precinct and specialty stores.

The refurbishment was to be undertaken by Baulderstone Hornibrook Pty Ltd (BHPL). However BHPL and QIC became embroiled in legal proceedings regarding the payment of outstanding progress payments which BHPL claimed were owing to it. This court proceeding delayed construction. In October 2006, QIC terminated the contract with BHPL.[1].

[edit] Access

The centre incorporates a large multi-level carpark. There is a taxi rank on level four. There is an underground bus station which provides a direct connection to Blacktown railway station.

[edit] Other facilities

The attached Westpoint office tower has various commercial services and other specialist facilities such as orthodontics and an eyecare centre.

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[edit] References

  1. ^ QIC shuts up shop on Baulderstone, The Financial Review, 11 November 2006. (subscription required). Accessed: 21 June 2007.