Retail giant David Jones has confirmed that two of its prominent stores in New South Wales will shut down in January 2026, marking the end of an era for the Central Coast and Hills District communities. With the Tuggerah store closing on January 12 and the Castle Towers store following on January 19, the company\u2019s latest move has left both shoppers and employees reeling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
David Jones has been a staple for many shoppers in the Central Coast and Hills District, with the Castle Towers store having served the community for an impressive 34 years. However, in a statement, the company announced the store\u2019s closure, much to the disappointment of longtime customers. The store\u2019s last day will be January 19, 2026, and the decision was framed as part of a broader plan to optimize David Jones’ retail network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s a bittersweet moment for those who\u2019ve made regular trips to the store, often relying on its selection of fashion, beauty, and homeware. \u201cWe\u2019re sad to announce that we\u2019ll be closing the doors of our Castle Towers store from 19 January 2026,<\/em>\u201d read the statement shared by the store\u2019s team ans reported by Daily Telegraph<\/a>. Loyal customers expressed their gratitude, with one Facebook user sharing, \u201cTo all the lovely Castle Tower\u2019s staff who have served me over the years, my best wishes to you for every happiness and success in the future.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n