The Puckapunyal Family Store refurbishment was completed in late 2025, delivering a modern, contemporary retail environment designed to better meet the needs of the Defence community. The project transformed the store’s grocery, convenience and food service offering, creating a more convenient and enjoyable shopping experience for ADF families now and into the future.
The completed design focused on enhancing convenience, introducing fresh produce, expanding the grab-and-go range, and modernising the overall store layout and customer experience.AAFCANS carefully managed the construction program to minimise disruption throughout the project, ensuring ongoing access to essential amenities and fuel services for the community wherever possible.
Key Features Delivered:
- New display freezer
- Walk-in freezer storage
- Contemporary retail bays
- Custom counterline
- Industrial pendant lights & albatross fan
- Timber feature wall/shelves
- Overhead timber truss feature
- Barista coffee & new milkshake offer
- Fresh produce lounge/ gondolas
- Bakery shelving
- New supermarket-quality floor
- Display equipment
- New cold display and Merrychef (quick-cook oven)
- Stylish interior décor & paint theme
The completed refurbishment has significantly enhanced the store’s functionality, presentation and product range, ensuring the Puckapunyal Family Store remains a valued retail destination for the local Defence community.
