Pinocchio's Pizza saves three Illawarra stores after sudden closure
New ownership has committed to reopening all three Pinocchio's Pizza locations. A buyer's withdrawal forced a sudden closure on 21 October.
Pinocchio's Pizza is an Illawarra institution that celebrated its 20th anniversary in March. Pinocchio's Pizza shut down without warning last week, leaving staff without notice.
A prospective buyer was in talks to rescue the struggling business but withdrew after examining its finances. The buyer decided the business was not viable.
The original owners got the business back. Within days, new ownership was announced on Facebook.
The new owner has promised to rehire staff and reopen all three locations: Albion Park, Dapto, and Shellharbour. No reopening date has been set yet.
The Shellharbour store began sharing its location with Eight Slice NY Pizzeria. A member of the original ownership partnership owns Eight Slice.
- 20th in March 2026
- Anniversary year
- Albion Park, Dapto, Shellharbour
- Locations
- October 21
- Closure date
Why it mattersJobs are being restored to a local community after a sudden, devastating closure. A family business gets a second chance.
AustraliaThis is a local Illawarra story affecting workers and families across three towns who depend on jobs in their area.
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