The new Bunnings Warehouse in Frenchs Forest is the largest, five storey hardware complex in the country, marking a major change for shoppers and trade workers in the area.
Construction And Opening Timeline
The project reached completion after almost four years of work following the demolition of the former Australia Post distribution centre at the corner of Warringah Road and Allambie Road.
The store welcomed customers on Monday, 1 December 2025. The forty eight million dollar build includes three retail levels, a ground floor trade yard and a rooftop nursery.
New Features Across The Site
Reports state the store covers about twenty thousand square metres with 101 aisles, and staff say the size makes it easy to get lost without a map. The layout includes a new kitchen design centre and the first Beaumont Tiles section inside a Bunnings in New South Wales. More than 400 parking spaces support local traffic.
The ground level features one of the largest enclosed timber and trade yards in Australia with several pick up lanes. Upper levels offer outdoor settings, plants, paint, tools, seasonal goods and a rooftop nursery for gardening products and popular plant varieties.
Local Jobs And Community Impact
The Frenchs Forest site brings about one hundred and twenty new jobs to the area. Staff ages range from teenagers starting their first employment to workers in their eighties who continue to serve in hardware roles.
Several new staff members have described the workplace as supportive and enjoyable, with strong teamwork across its departments. Store manager Paul Burgess has said the project reflects a significant investment in the community.
He noted that residents often asked him about the opening schedule while preparing for launch. He previously managed the Balgowlah store and stated that the new site offers more space, improved layouts and easier movement between sections.
Part Of Wider Growth
Bunnings is in a strong growth phase across Australia, with more than three hundred stores now operating. New sites in Portland, Mount Barker and Oxley show its push into fast growing areas. Perth’s Maddington site has fresh approval, and recent property moves in Sydney and other states add to the momentum.
The new Frenchs Forest store gives locals quicker access to home improvement goods, trade services and lifestyle products. A mid December launch event will welcome the community with simple activities and family friendly fun.
Published 02-December-2025
