What's Cooking closes at Wollongong Central after 12 years
Scott Blasdall's kitchenware store closes October 8 after 12 years; owner retiring.
What's Cooking opened in Wollongong Central 12 years ago after Blasdall's Sydney shop closed. Scott Blasdall built a team of people he knew or were family.
During the pandemic, he ran the store alone from 10am to 3pm, then drove around town delivering goods to customers. The lease expires and renegotiating wasn't viable, so Blasdall decided to retire.
Staff and customers have become family. All remaining stock is on sale before closure.
- 12 years
- Store duration
- October 8
- Closure date
- Wollongong Central
- Location
- Scott Blasdall
- Owner
Why it mattersA local business anchoring the Wollongong Central precinct closes, changing the retail landscape for the community.
AustraliaWollongong loses one of its established independent retailers; affects local employment and shopping options.
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