Merrylands. First stage of $170m project open

The first of the $170 million three-stage redevelopment of Stocklands Merrylands is open for business. It includes new major tenants and 17 specialty stores. Work is expected to commence soon on the second stage, with a completion date of late 2009. The stage will include a 750-seat food court and 70 specialty outlets. When the project has been completed, the largest retail development by the Stockland Group, will integrate the shopping centre with the town centre.