Charlestown Square

The GPT Group continues to invest in and evolve Charlestown Square Shopping Centre. In 2010, a significant development increased the Centre to approximately 88,000 square metres, almost double its previous size. In mid-2016, another development project welcomed the region's first H&M, the global fashion favourite, along with a large-format Cotton On flagship store.

The Remix project in 2016 also introduced several other international and exclusive brands including Mecca, Sephora, Rebel Sport, City Beach, Apple Store, and Myer.

As of 2026, the Centre now boasts several stores that are unique to the region, including the first and only Adidas and W Cosmetics, along with a newly refurbished Kmart and an expanded range of retailers, cementing Charlestown Square's position as the Hunter region's leading shopping destination.

More Choice, More Brands, More Stores

With over 250 specialty stores, Charlestown Square has something for everyone. Shop major retailers including the region's only Myer department store, Kmart, Big W, Aldi, Coles, Woolworths, and Reading Cinemas.

The Centre is also home to over 230 specialty stores including Apple, LEGO, Sephora, Mecca, JB Hi-Fi, Rebel Sport, City Beach, Adidas, W Cosmetics, Cotton On, Glassons, The Stable Door, Ghanda, Universal Store, Yo-Chi, Strike Bowling Bar, and Best & Less – everything you're looking for under one roof.

The South Piazza, our Dining and Entertainment Hub

At Charlestown Square, discover the South Piazza with a great range of restaurants and cafes open 7 days a week, including Yo-Chi, Dumpling Bar, Grill'd, and Sushi Musa. Looking for entertainment? Catch a movie at Reading Cinemas, go bowling at Strike, jump around at Flip Out, play mini golf at Holey Moley, or visit Timezone. For the ultimate luxury cinema experience, visit the Gold Lounge – featuring a fully licensed lounge bar, delicious food with in-cinema service, luxurious reclining seats, and wall-to-wall screens.

We've got all you fresh food needs covered

For your convenience, supermarkets at Charlestown Square open early every day. Coles and Woolworths (Ground Level) open from 7am Monday to Saturday and 8am Sundays, Aldi opens daily from 8.30am (Ground Level), and Dan Murphy's opens from 9am (Lower Ground Level). Fresh food needs covered with specialty stores including Bakers Delight, Donut King, and Craig Cook Natural Butcher. Check individual stores for opening hours.

If you feel it’s time to fix up or add something special for your home, you’ll be happy to find over 25 homewares stores ranging from Bed Bath N Table, Habitania, T2, and House stocked with great value products to suit every taste.

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Charlestown Square Conditions of Entry

For your comfort and safety, conditions of entering the Centre include but are not limited to;

• No smoking (in-Centre, car parks and within 10m of entry)
• No animals (Guide Dogs are excepted)
• No bikes, skateboards or scooters
• No alcohol consumption
• No anti-social, offensive and/or criminal behaviour
• Entry may be refused or withdrawn to patrons not wearing a shirt/t-shirt and/or shoes

The GPT Group reserves the right to refuse or withdraw entry to the Centre. To view the Conditions of Entry please click here: Conditions of Entry

Charlestown Square Behaviour Code

Charlestown Square and its immediate surrounds is a place where the whole community can feel safe. The community has the right to be safe and the responsibility to behave appropriately. In collaboration with a number of community stakeholders including the Lake Macquarie City Council, NSW Police and a number of youth services we have developed this Behaviour Code. This code is enforced by Charlestown Square security and local Police. The code details actions and consequences for anti-social behaviour at Charlestown Square. To view the code please click here: Charlestown Square Behaviour Code
 

Unique to Charlestown Square

As the largest shopping and entertainment destination, we like to provide you with a memorable shopping experience. Charlestown Square is home to over 70 stores that are unique to Newcastle and the Hunter Region. Find our full list of stores here.

The GPT Group’s purpose is to maximise the financial potential of Australian property with solutions that fulfill the aspirations of our investors, tenants and communities. GPT aspires to be an overall positive contributor to our communities, people and the environment.  

GPT achieved a ranking in the top 1% of real estate companies surveyed globally on the 2013 Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Of the past five years, GPT has been rated global sustainability leader in this index three times and has been in the top two both other years. 

For further information on the Group’s sustainability initiatives, please visit www.gpt.com.au.