Western Australian shoppers are no closer to seeing the $790 million Westfield Booragoon revamp come to life, with no timeline for construction yet announced.
Delays continue for major shopping centre upgrade
The proposed redevelopment of Westfield Booragoon, one of Perth's largest shopping centres, has been in the pipeline for years. The ambitious plan includes a major expansion of retail space, new dining precincts, and entertainment facilities. However, shoppers and local businesses are still waiting for any sign of progress.
According to a spokesperson for Scentre Group, the owner of Westfield centres in Australia and New Zealand, the project remains under review. “We continue to assess the feasibility and timing of the redevelopment in line with market conditions,” the spokesperson said.
The delay has frustrated local residents and business owners who had hoped the revamp would boost the local economy and create jobs. The Booragoon area is a key commercial hub for Perth’s southern suburbs, and the upgrade was expected to attract more visitors and investment.
Community leaders have called for more transparency from Scentre Group regarding the project’s timeline. “We need to know what’s happening. This redevelopment is crucial for our community,” said a local councillor.
Despite the lack of progress, Scentre Group insists the project is not cancelled. The company has invested significant resources into planning and approvals, and remains committed to the long-term vision for Westfield Booragoon.
In the meantime, shoppers continue to frequent the existing centre, which has seen some minor upgrades but nothing compared to the scale of the proposed transformation. The wait for the $790 million revamp continues, leaving many wondering when—or if—it will ever become a reality.
