Some EB Games Stores in Australia Closing, No Need for Concern
Recent developments in the gaming retail sector have prompted discussions about the status of EB Games in Australia. With EB Games New Zealand set to cease operations this month, attention has turned to the Australian branches, where a small number of stores will also close.
EB Games Stores Closing in Australia: What You Need to Know
As reported by Vooks, several EB Games locations across Australia will close. However, these closures should not raise significant alarm. Retail dynamics often lead to store closures for various reasons, including renovations and rental increases.
Details of the Closures
The closures are relatively limited, with specific branches in various Australian states affected:
- New South Wales: Five stores closing, including:
- Jesmond (Closed)
- Dapto (Closing Jan 17)
- Fairfield Forum (Closed)
- Tuggerah (Closing Jan 24, Zing store)
- St Clair (Closed)
- Victoria: Two stores closing:
- Airport West (Closed)
- Cranbourne Homemaker Centre (Closed)
- Queensland: One store closing:
- Details yet to be specified.
- Western Australia: Two stores closing:
- Morley Galleria (Closing End of Jan)
- Whitfords (Closing Jan 17)
- South Australia: Three stores closing:
- Elizabeth (Closing Jan 24, Zing store)
- Tea Tree Plaza (Zing)
- Marion (Zing)
Company’s Response
An EB Games Australia spokesperson emphasized that these closures are part of “usual network updates.” Customers of the impacted stores have already been informed. The spokesperson reassured that the overall performance of EB Games in Australia remains strong.
In conclusion, while the news of closures may seem concerning, they reflect typical business operations rather than systemic issues. EB Games continues to operate successfully throughout Australia despite the changes in its store count.
