New public market concept would be a purpose-built destination retail experience separate from existing wholesale market
Melbourne Market Authority (MMA) has called for feedback and expressions of interest on the development of a new public market concept.
The operator of the Melbourne wholesale market stated that if the initiative were to progress, it would establish a stand-alone public market with dedicated access on the northeast corner of the site.
“Importantly, this is not about opening the existing wholesale market to the public. Instead, it would be a purpose-built destination retail experience showcasing fresh produce and flowers sourced directly from the Melbourne wholesale market.”
The MMA also acknowledged the strong and ongoing demand for standard warehousing on site.
“While an earlier EOI was released for warehousing in this northeast location, should the public market concept proceed, warehousing opportunities would instead be explored on other suitable land within the precinct,” the MMA said.
Expressions of interest are open until Friday, 10 October.
