What’s happening?
Caneland Central has welcomed a fresh mix of tenants, including global jewellery brand Pandora, which opened its newest concept store on November 6. The store sits in a prime corner of the centre’s jewellery precinct in Centre Court.
Centre Manager Mark Farquhar said Pandora’s arrival is part of a wave of new openings, with fashion retailer General Pants Co. making its Mackay debut with a long-term lease in the youth precinct on level one.
Why it matters
The new tenants signal a strong retail outlook for Mackay, strengthening Caneland Central’s standing as the region’s premier shopping and lifestyle hub. “We are very excited about some iconic brands and great businesses opening at Caneland Central,” Mr Farquhar said.
He added that Priceline Pharmacy has launched its first next-generation concept store opposite Coles, featuring a new design, expanded health services, and a Meditech dispensing robot for faster, more accurate prescriptions.
Local Impact
For Mackay shoppers, the new stores mean greater choice and access to leading brands without leaving the region. The upgrades and new openings also create more local jobs and attract foot traffic that benefits nearby businesses.
By the Numbers
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Pandora opened on November 6 under a long-term lease at Caneland Central.
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General Pants Co. operates more than 50 stores across Australia and New Zealand and is opening in Mackay for the first time.
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HARLI + HARPA’s new store is their 42nd in Australia and eighth in Queensland.
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Caneland Central houses 8 mini-majors, 161 specialty stores, and 21 kiosks.
Zoom In
Mr Farquhar said HARLI + HARPA’s opening adds to the centre’s strong retail mix. “Each one of these additional tenants brings something unique to our centre. Together, they strengthen Caneland’s role as the region’s destination for shopping, lifestyle, and wellbeing.”
Zoom Out
Owned by Sentinel Property Group, Caneland Central remains the Mackay region’s only regional-scale shopping centre. Sentinel continues to rank among Australia’s top-performing commercial property investment trusts, underscoring investor confidence in regional retail.
What to look for next
More new openings are expected at Caneland Central as part of its ongoing tenant refresh, bringing national brands and modern retail experiences to Mackay.
