Melbourne Central Development - Levels 3 & 4
A new chapter is coming to Melbourne Central
Melbourne Central is getting ready for something big.
Construction is now underway on our $170 million Level 3 and 4 development, bringing more dining, entertainment, retail and reasons to discover something new to the heart of Melbourne.
Across 7,800sqm of new space, the development will introduce a new mix of experiences, including Melbourne’s first flagship Books Kinokuniya, a large-format entertainment destination, new dining spaces and more than 10 new food retailers.
And this is just the beginning.
Ahead of the permanent flagship opening in the first half of 2028, Books Kinokuniya will arrive at Melbourne Central with a temporary concept store on Level 2, giving our customers an early taste of what’s to come.
With construction now underway, a new part of Melbourne Central is taking shape, bringing more culture, creativity, food, entertainment and discovery to the heart of the city.
YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
Construction is underway on our new Level 3 and 4 development, bringing more dining, entertainment, retail and experiences to Melbourne Central. The development will introduce 7,800sqm of new space, including Melbourne’s first flagship Books Kinokuniya, new dining destinations and a large-format entertainment offering.
We’re working to keep Melbourne Central open, accessible and enjoyable throughout construction.
You may notice some changes as works progress, including temporary hoardings, changes to access routes, construction activity and some noise at certain times.
We’ll provide clear signage and wayfinding throughout the centre to help you get where you need to go.
As part of the development works, sections of the centre’s roof have been enclosed, which has reduced the amount of natural light coming into some areas.
We know how important a bright and welcoming environment is to your Melbourne Central experience, so we’re adding additional lighting throughout affected areas to help maintain a comfortable environment while construction continues.
Yes. Melbourne Central will remain open throughout the development. Some areas, entrances or pathways may change temporarily as construction progresses, so please follow onsite signage and directions to find your way around.
Yes. Our retailers and restaurants will continue to operate throughout construction, although temporary changes to access may occur around individual stores or precincts.
If access to a retailer changes, we’ll provide clear signage to help you find your way there.
The development will bring a new mix of retail, dining and entertainment to Melbourne Central, including Melbourne’s first flagship Books Kinokuniya, a large-format entertainment destination, new dining areas and more than 10 new food retailers. Keep your eyes peeled!
We’ll keep you updated through Melbourne Central’s website, social channels and onsite signage as works progress. Look out for changes to entrances, pathways, operating areas and other customer information during your visit.
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