Coles has been confirmed as the anchor tenant for Burwood Place, a $2.5 billion urban regeneration project led by Holdmark in Sydney’s Inner West. The 4,000sqm supermarket will sit at the heart of the new precinct, marking a major milestone in this “once-in-a-generation” project that is transforming Burwood’s centre into a dynamic mixed-use community hub.
Stage 1 of Burwood Place, currently under construction, will include the Coles supermarket on the lower ground floor, alongside a mix of leading retailers, including fashion, dining, services and public spaces along Railway Parade, within 200m of Burwood Train Station.
Holdmark’s fifth mixed-use precinct in Sydney, Burwood Place has been designed in collaboration with leading design partners as a five-minute neighbourhood, building on Burwood’s strong infrastructure and connectivity.
Holdmark Head of Retail Tony de Graaf said: “This is an exciting milestone for the Burwood community and a major step in bringing Burwood Place to life. Welcoming a trusted household name like Coles shows the strong commercial confidence behind the project and our commitment to creating a vibrant destination that serves the community. Burwood was recently named Australia’s coolest neighbourhood, and Burwood Place builds on that foundation to bring even more life, energy, and convenience to the area.”
Coles State General Manager for NSW Ivan Slunjski said the new Coles will provide a convenient shopping experience for the community, whether they choose to shop in-store or online.
“At Coles we are constantly evaluating our store network to ensure we are delivering the best shopping experience for our customers, and as part of that process we are excited about delivering a new supermarket as part of the Burwood Place development.
“This is an exciting opportunity for Coles to deliver an enhanced shopping experience for customers in Burwood,” Mr Slunjski said.
The arrival of Coles is set to underpin the long-term commercial success of Burwood Place, providing a strong foundation to attract other retailers and complementary services. With the development set to deliver more than 1,000 new homes, the supermarket will provide much-needed fresh food and groceries for the growing community. The project is expected to generate approximately 5,000 jobs across construction and ongoing operations.
Located in a suburb renowned for its thriving nighttime economy and culturally rich, growing population, the precinct will feature residential towers, commercial buildings, open spaces, an entertainment area, Urban Park and Town Square, and Arts and Culture House – creating a lively, accessible hub where residents and visitors can easily shop, dine, and enjoy cultural and recreational experiences.
“Burwood Place reflects the rich diversity of this area and offers spaces that welcome everyone. From the energetic Hawkers Hall to dining and entertainment throughout the podiums, we’re delivering all the convenience of city living within a blend of retail, commercial, civic, and recreational spaces,” said Mr de Graaf.
Construction of Stage 1 began in August 2025 with a groundbreaking ceremony attended by NSW Premier Chris Minns, NSW Minister for Planning, Paul Scully, State and Federal MPs and Burwood Mayor John Faker.
“The Coles tenancy marks the start of an exciting chapter for Burwood Place, with Holdmark already in discussions with leading local and international brands.”
The supermarket is expected to open alongside the rest of Stage 1’s retail offerings in 2028.
