Store aims to make a connection

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A NEW $18 million Woolworths store has opened its doors in Clyde North.
Woolworths Selandra Rise is on the corner of Linsell and Selandra boulevards and officially opened at 7am on Wednesday 17 June, following a VIP opening on Tuesday 16 June.
Woolworths Selandra Rise store manager Belinda Rickard said 70 people would be employed at the store.
“Our aim is to connect customers directly with our local fresh producers as much as possible,” she said.
“Our store will highlight the wonderful seasonality of produce along with tips for the best uses for products.”
The 3400 square metre store includes a pizza bar which creates freshly made pizza to order, a maxi bakery, case ready meat, a seafood counter and on-site liquor store.
Seventeen checkouts will be available including traditional, express and self-serve.