Bunnings and Uber Eats Forge Major Delivery Partnership Across Australia
In a significant move for the retail sector, Australian hardware leader Bunnings has announced a strategic partnership with delivery app Uber Eats, set to revolutionize how customers access hardware and home essentials. This collaboration is poised to launch deliveries nationwide, following a successful trial phase that began earlier this year.
Expansion from Trial to National Rollout
The partnership is scheduled to commence across 15 initial locations in Australia before expanding to cover the entire country and New Zealand. This rollout will position Bunnings as the largest retail range available on the Uber Eats platform, offering an extensive selection of over 30,000 items. The initiative builds on a trial that started in January across five stores in Melbourne, allowing the companies to refine their services based on customer feedback.
Convenience and Speed for Modern Shoppers
Millions of Australians will now enjoy the convenience of ordering tools, garden supplies, and household items directly to their front doors. Deliveries are designed to arrive within 60 minutes, catering to urgent needs such as last-minute DIY projects, garden maintenance, or event preparations. Available products span a wide array, including nuts and bolts, power washers, folding chairs, mops, packing boxes, pet food, and even lawn mowers.
Ryan Baker, Bunnings chief operating officer, expressed enthusiasm about the expansion, stating, "While many customers enjoy visiting our stores to browse and get advice in person, we know there are times when convenience and speed are the priority. This partnership complements our existing delivery options and helps us better understand how customers want to shop with Bunnings."
Enhancing Customer Experience and Retail Innovation
Lucas Groeneveld, Uber Eats regional general manager of retail, highlighted the partnership's benefits, saying, "We're thrilled to deepen our partnership with Bunnings, one of Australia and New Zealand's most iconic brands, to offer a huge range of everyday home essentials through the Uber Eats app. From last-minute DIY fixes and garden projects to preparing for a barbecue or keeping a work site moving, this partnership makes it easier than ever for customers to get what they need, delivered on demand, whatever the occasion."
The phased rollout is planned to continue through 2026, ensuring a smooth implementation across regions. While the popular Bunnings snag might not be confirmed for delivery, the partnership underscores a growing trend towards on-demand retail services, blending traditional hardware shopping with modern digital convenience.
