Woolworths New Zealand has reached a significant milestone in its ongoing transformation journey.
With its 100th store transitioning to Woolworths, the Woolworths Dunedin South supermarket first opened in 2012 and has undergone a significant refresh over the last six months.
The store features a range of new and improved features, including a new Woolworths Pharmacy with free prescriptions and vaccinations, improvements to the online delivery area, new checkouts, and a dedicated health foods area with a more curated food offering.
Woolworths Dunedin South Store Manager Ben Rudsdale was excited to welcome customers into the refreshed space. He said it was a special milestone to be the 100th Woolworths in New Zealand.
"We have worked hard to create a modern, welcoming store that is easy to shop in. We believe that our customers will love the new look and feel of the store and the enhanced range of products and services,” said Rudsdale.
“We have lots planned for opening weekend, including customised goodie bags, free coffee and a BBQ running, so I’d encourage locals to come on down."
Woolworths New Zealand Managing Director Spencer Sonn cut the ribbon on the refreshed store alongside long-serving Dunedin South team member Maree Macpherson and store manager Ben Rudsdale. Sonn remarked on the moment's significance for the local team and community.
"The 100th store milestone is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team across the country, who have been instrumental in bringing Woolworths New Zealand to life,” said Sonn.
“When we announced our transformation to Woolworths last year, we committed to becoming a better place to shop, better to work for, and to deliver better experiences for our communities - Dunedin South is a perfect example of how we’re delivering that promise.”
To celebrate its reopening, Woolworths Dunedin South has also donated to its local food rescue partner, Kiwi Harvest, to help continue their work of diverting food that can’t be sold but is still good enough to eat to Kiwis in need.
Woolworths' transformation journey, which began in 2023, reflected the retailer’s commitment to delivering a fresh and modern shopping experience for New Zealanders.
