A closing department store in Carlingford

· Ruben Schade · Sept. 6, 2026, 7:45 a.m.
Summary
The blog post reflects on the decline of department stores in Australia amidst the rise of online shopping and economic challenges. The author shares personal experiences in Carlingford and Chatswood, contrasting the empty aisles of a closing department store with the bustling atmosphere of a street fair, but ultimately refrains from making clear conclusions about retail trends.
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