How do you feel about Foodworks closing in the town?
Reporter Kelly Lucas-Carmody and photographer Megan Fisher went out and about in Tatura to ask residents how they felt about the closure of Foodworks.
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MIRIAM CAMPBELL
I was devastated, and so was my daughter — she loved the lollies in there. It was convenient for locals, the staff were lovely, and the opening hours were great. To be honest, I feel a bit sad for the community and for the staff.
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Megan Fisher
BERNADETTE BLACK
I’ve lived here since I was young, and it was my first ever job when it was Tuckerbag. IGA is really busy now, which isn’t very enjoyable. I also feel it’s a real shame for the staff.
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Megan Fisher
DEAN WATSON
I think it’s a real shame. The town is only getting bigger, and we’re losing so many of our local businesses. No banks — no good. The elderly can’t always travel out of town, so they’re left with just the one supermarket, which has fewer choices and no competition on pricing.
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Megan Fisher
AVY PERRY
Tatura is getting bigger and bigger, with more houses being built all the time. We definitely need two supermarkets to support our growing town.
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Megan Fisher
KATHI CROW
I think it’s a real shame. Loss of jobs and the opportunity for young people to get their first jobs. We’ve also lost the chance for competitive pricing, and this end of town feels a lot less busy — it’s a bit lonely.
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Megan Fisher
PAULINE BARTEL
I’m shocked — I went away and came back, and it was closed. It all happened so quickly. This town is growing, and we need choices; we need two supermarkets.
