Harvey Norman Centre Albury
The Murray Region has a thriving retail presence to match its strong industry base. Among the most vibrant and innovative precincts is the Harvey Norman Centre Albury.
Opened in February 2007, the Harvey Norman Centre represents the company’s largest capital investment in regional NSW, at $40 million.
Harvey Norman founder and Executive Chairman, Gerry Harvey knew the Murray Region city of Albury was the perfect place to expand. Direct Hume Highway access from north and south as well as frontage to the Riverina Highway, which carries more than 800 vehicles per day, were identified as key drivers for growth.
“The move to the current site was two years in the planning,” Mr Harvey said. “We took into account factors such as the road network, including the new by-pass, comparison between Albury and Wodonga and overall accessibility to the catchment. “Our company’s total belief in the area has been well and truly justified. The store is now in the top 10 regional stores across Australia.”
Harvey Norman relocated from a 3,200sqm store to an 8,472sqm site in the new development, and in addition introduced the Joyce Mayne brand, which accounts for 4,300sqm. Given the strength of the Harvey Norman presence and the size of the Albury Wodonga and district market, the centre has attracted a host of national retail brands who have taken advantage of large floor space at the designated bulky goods precinct on the outskirts of the Albury CBD.
The new precinct has also given local businesses an opportunity to expand their operations alongside the retail giants. Given its place in the top ten regional stores in Australia, the success of the Harvey Norman Centre at Albury highlights the thriving economy at the heart of the eastern Murray Region.
Current Retail Brands at the Harvey Norman Centre in Albury:
Spotlight
BCF
Beacon Lighting
Curtain Wonderland
Godfrey’s
Harvey Norman Flooring
Everyday Living & Sleep City
Harvey Norman Furniture
Harvey Norman Bedding
Harvey Norman Electrical
Harvey Norman Computers
Joyce Mayne
Focus on Furniture
Pet Goods Direct
Freedom Furniture
Recollections and Early Settlers Furniture
The Ripe Tomato Cafe
