David Jones has confirmed the closure of two key locations, as Australian department stores continue to struggle during challenging economic times and a radically changed retail landscape.
The retailer’s stores at Castle Towers Shopping Centre in Castle Hill and Tuggerah on the NSW Central Coast will close their doors.
“Thank you. After 34 years of serving our community, our David Jones Castle towers store will be closing on Sunday 18 January 2026,” a sign outside of the Castle Hill store reads.
David Jones has confirmed the closure of two key locations in NSW. (Nine)
”This team would like to thank all our wonderful customers for your support.
“We invite you to visit your closest stores – David Jones Parramatta, Hornsby or Chatswood Chase.
“Please continue to shop your favourite brands online at davidjones.com.au via the David Jones app.”
Myer, also located in Castle Towers at Castle Hill, will remain open, according to Castle Towers management.
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The department store chain will close their Castle Towers and Tuggerah locations. (Nine)‘This team would like to thank all our wonderful customers for your support.’ (Nine)
A spokesperson for Castle Towers told nine.com.au they have been working with David Jones “for some time” to prepare for the retailer’s exit from the centre in January 2026.
“We acknowledge our long partnership and are committed to supporting a smooth transition for retailers, staff and customers,” they continued.
“The planned departure of David Jones allows us to progress some very exciting plans for Castle Towers, including the introduction of new brands and stores.
“This enables reinvestment into new, high-performing retail concepts and fresh customer experiences, and we look forward to sharing updates in the new year.
“These plans will build on last month’s opening of the new-to-market Designer Precinct, which introduced brands including Aje, Kivari, Oroton, PE Nation, Tommy Hilfiger and Polo Ralph Lauren, along with refreshed concepts from R.M.Williams and Camilla.”
Rumours of a new Zara store in Castle Towers remain unconfirmed.
There are also rumours of an expansion in the shopping centre’s food offerings, including reports of a Harris Farm store in the works.
David Jones’ Tuggerah store will also close its doors in the New Year.
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‘”The planned departure of David Jones allows us to progress some very exciting plans for Castle Towers.’ (Nine)
A spokesperson for David Jones told nine.com.au they remain focused on delivering “world class products and experiences for our customers both online and in-store as Australia’s leading omnichannel retailer”.
“Key to delivering this experience is our ongoing program of retail network optimisation, which includes refurbishing our stores, right-sizing and where necessary, consolidation of our footprint,” they said.
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“Our transformation program also involves significant investment in our rapidly growing omnichannel offering as we meet the changing needs of our customers and create seamless experiences and inspiring destinations wherever they choose to shop.
“We remain committed to supporting our Castle Towers team and will work closely with them to identify redeployment opportunities wherever possible.
David Jones is investing in its online presence as the retail landscape radically changes in Australia. (Nine)
“Following the closure, customers can continue to experience our curated range of world-class brands at other David Jones stores across New South Wales, or enjoy the convenience of shopping via our mobile app or online at davidjones.com.”
There are currently 40 David Jones stores operating in Australia, including 15 in NSW and seven in Victoria, including their flagship Melbourne CBD store.
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