Funky Corner Stores start to roll out in two states

The store also has a tribute to Melbourne’s renowned artistic community, with a commissioned mural from acclaimed Melbourne artist George Rose, who has brought to life her trademark blend of vibrant colours and abstract strokes to create a captivating in-store installation.

The new Corner Stores, in NSW and Victoria, have all been chosen as future sites because they are in high-density urban areas where convenience is desired, making them perfect for commuters and residents needing freshly-baked goods and lunch on the run.

The Darlinghurst store, which was reopened last month, was converted from the traditional format to a Corner Store to be better suited to the area. The store’s vibrant artwork incorporates rainbow elements to pay homage to their area’s LGBTQA+ community.

Huw Longman, Director of the Corner Store Projects says: “ALDI’s Corner Stores have been designed to better meet the needs of our customers in high-density, urban areas. Shopping habits continue to evolve, and we are seeing a large audience of people who prefer shopping more frequently with a hyper-focus on convenience.”