Opening date announced for Mandurah Forum

An opening date has finally been set for the newly redeveloped Mandurah Forum and a list of new retailers announced.

The exciting final chapter of the Mandurah Forum $350 million dollar redevelopment is coming soon with the grand opening scheduled for Thursday 22 March at 8am.

The new Mandurah Forum will be anchored by a brand new David Jones and H&M in the fashion mall along with other sought after retailers such as Seed, Bonds, Lovisa, Bardot, Cotton On, Peter Alexander and recently announced Mecca Maxima.

Centre Manager Jacqueline McKenzie said the centre, which has nearly doubled in size, will provide the Peel Region with a fashion destination like never before.

“I am very excited to announce the day we bring this vibrant new shopping destination and community hub to the region,” she said.

“I am grateful for the community’s patience and excitement throughout the redevelopment, and I can’t wait to show them the completely transformed centre – I think they will agree it has been well worth the wait.”

Other fashion retailers confirmed for the grand opening include Cotton On Kids, Cotton On Body, Sunglass Hut, Portmans, Forever New, Bras n Things, Tarocash, Supre, Jacqui E, Honey Birdette, Sportsgirl, Oakley Vault, Just Jeans, Universal Store, Jeanswest, Sussan, TS14+, Gazman, Naturalizer and Decjuba.

Footwear retailers such as Wittner, Sketchers, Platypus Shoes and Footlocker will also open in the fashion mall on grand opening day.

Vicinity Centres Executive General Manager of Development Carolyn Viney said the centre launch day represents an exciting time for Mandurah Forum.

“As the new Heart of the South, I am excited to share this day with our eager community," she said.

“The $350 million dollar redevelopment shows our commitment to bringing a unique fashion destination, indoor and outdoor dining precincts and customer experience to the Peel region and its community."

Opening celebrations will also carer to children and families, with the popular Paw Patrol characters set to visit the centre daily from 22 March to 2 April.

Live performances and meet & greets will take place with Ryder and his rescue dogs from March 22 to March 26 , 

The group are also set to host a craft activity centre from March 27 to April 2. 

The revamped centre also features new improved amenities, including a new parents room and state of the art parking facilities, holding over 2,800 shaded car bays with Park Assist technology.

More details about launch weekend activities for the whole family, as well as retailer announcements are expected to unfold in the coming weeks.